Articles by Xiomara Martinez-White
Nearly 30% of Consumers in Largest Metros Opened at Least One Credit Card in First Half of 2023
December 11, 2023
Credit card interest rates are soaring — but that isn’t stopping consumers from opening new accounts. According to the latest LendingTree study, 28.8% of consumers... read more
Potential Holiday Party Ho Ho Hosts Expect to Spend an Average of $556 on Celebrations, With Many Pressured by Social Media Expectations
December 11, 2023
It may be the hap-happiest time of the year, but parties aren’t free for hosts. In fact, it can be tree-mendously expensive to welcome people... read more
49% of Americans Can’t Afford a $1,000 Emergency, With Many Relying on Credit Cards for Unexpected Expenses
December 11, 2023
If a $1,000 financial emergency hit your household tomorrow, would you be prepared? The answer for about half of Americans, according to a new report... read more
The Cost of a White Christmas: Home Values in the Nation’s Snowiest States
December 11, 2023
Though a white Christmas may be on some people’s wish lists this year, it’s not on everyone’s. Some might be willing to pay a premium... read more
Getting Car Insurance for Bad Credit
December 7, 2023
Car insurance companies in many states use credit scores to calculate car insurance quotes, as they see a correlation between having poor credit and a... read more