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How to stop putting off your estate plan, and why it matters more than you think Recent data from financial planners reveals that most people are hesitant to commit to any sort of estate planning, instead opting to defer when possible — a trend which could have negative impacts down the line if not addressed early. The 2026 Financial Advisor Insights report by Jump shows that when advisors bring up estate planning, 72% of clients express interest but defer concrete action, citing reasons such as...
‘The Chosen’ director to Latter-day Saints: Loosen up The director of the indie streaming hit “The Chosen” recently gave Latter-day Saints a bit of tough love when it comes to their worship style and portrayals of Jesus. “I feel like it’s OK for me to say this because, as you know, I’m the honored evangelical mascot of the LDS Church,” filmmaker Dallas Jenkins said in an interview on the podcast “followHIM.” “I would say that there’s such a reverence and there’s such a genuine respect for Christ...
Why we crave ‘comfort food’ When they’re stressed, many people reach for comfort foods. For some, that may come in the form of a bowl of pasta topped with their great-grandmother’s beloved tomato sauce. Others may crave traditional dishes usually reserved for holidays, such as kasha varnishkes, an Ashkenazi Jewish dish made from buckwheat groats, sautéed onions and bow-tie noodles. When there’s no time for old-world cooking, ice cream may work just as well. This is the essence of a term appar...
Here's what social media is doing to your finances and mental health In the beginning, social media was a place to people-watch, interact, and reconnect. But that initial premise was soon inundated with product placements — and now more than one-third of U.S. adults say they’ve purchased an item directly through a social media app. That means that using social media is no longer just a way to burn time and relax. And if you’re an active user, that means you’re at risk of being influen...
Pocket gardens: The tiny urban oases with surprisingly big benefits It’s not just easy to miss, but often downright hard to notice. A simple patch of greenery in a city may seem like a blip in the concrete jungle, but it’s an extremely powerful way to solve a bunch of problems at once: Studies have shown that green spaces improve urbanites’ mental health, make summers more bearable, and prevent flooding by soaking up stormwater. When these plots are planned — as opposed to letting vacant...
What is lead nurturing? 6 strategies to close hesitant prospects in 2026 New leads may never result in a sale. As a salesperson, you can’t afford to give up on a prospect simply because they are unwilling or unready to buy at the current moment. Instead, savvy sellers use tactics to cultivate these relationships and provide hesitant leads with the support they need to successfully move forward in the buying process. Read on as Apollo explains how to quickly identify the prospects who aren’t read...
What does it feel like to take GLP-1s? New survey documents patients’ experiences It has now been several years since GLP-1 medications were widely introduced for weight loss, transforming both clinical care and public awareness. But as adoption has surged, a new set of questions has emerged: What does it feel like to take these medications? What challenges do patients face beyond weight loss itself? And as demand continues to grow, what factors will determine whether patients can start — and...
The complete guide to IEEPA tariff refunds Recent legal developments have opened the door to significant tariff refunds under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). For business owners, this presents both an opportunity and a compliance challenge. Importers should file protests promptly to protect their rights and eligibility for refunds during the administrative review cycle. This guide from Polston Tax clarifies what the ruling means, who qualifies and how to act. You will...
Understanding life expectancy trends in the United States Life expectancy is a measure of how long, on average, a person is expected to live. In the United States, life expectancy has undergone significant changes over the past century. While it increased dramatically during the 20th century, recent years have seen some fluctuations, largely due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Doctronic reports. Key Takeaways - American longevity increased 58% over 119 years—from 50 years in 1900 to n...
Gorodenkoff // Shutterstock Movies and TV shows casting in Birmingham The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV...
Gorodenkoff // Shutterstock Movies and TV shows casting in Mobile The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows...
5 common reasons cars break down and how a certified mobile mechanic can help A car that will not start at the worst moment is a special kind of frustration. It usually happens at the office, in a grocery store parking lot, or on a school pickup run, almost never in the driveway with a free afternoon to deal with it. Most breakdowns trace back to a small handful of recurring issues. And for drivers who cannot afford to lose a workday at a traditional shop, these issues often can be handled by a...
The importance of discretion and privacy in biohazard and trauma cleanup The American home looks different than it did 60 years ago. As marriage rates stall and the “solo-living” economy gains momentum, the U.S. is observing a demographic shift that is quietly reshaping the demands on property management and public health. Today, single-person households represent a staggering 29% of all U.S. homes—a record high that has nearly doubled since the 1960s, according to U.S. Census Bureau data....
My brand isn’t ranking in AI search results: Why and how to fix it If a brand isn’t ranking in AI search results, the most likely reason is that AI engines like ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, Perplexity, and Gemini don’t have enough consistent signals about that brand to cite it in generated answers. AI platforms don’t rank pages the way Google does. They select brands based on citation frequency across trusted sources, entity clarity, and structured content that directly answers user queries...
Bitcoin Pizza Day, explained: The $41 pizza that became worth millions Bitcoin Pizza Day marks one of the earliest and most important moments in cryptocurrency history: the first time Bitcoin was used to buy a physical good. On May 22, 2010, a man spent 10,000 Bitcoins on two pizzas — an amount worth about $41 dollars at the time. What makes this story so widely known today is how much those Bitcoins would be worth now. Due to the massive rise in the price of Bitcoin since then, that simple p...
The new rules for getting hired in an AI-driven job market The rise of AI is reshaping the job market, leaving many workers, particularly early-career professionals, at a disadvantage. Layoffs that companies have attributed to AI accounted for 25% of all US job cuts in March 2026 and have contributed to a steady erosion of entry-level and mid-level openings. Beneath the surface, a more nuanced shift is occurring. In Q1 2026, demand for experienced technology and professional services personnel...
The ‘sibling discount’ is gone: How families with multiple college students can navigate college funding gaps For decades, parents with two or more children in college at the same time could count on receiving more financial aid. But a change in the federal financial aid calculation has eliminated this "sibling discount," leaving more families with multiple kids in college on the hook to cover thousands in college costs. The shift comes as part of the FAFSA Simplification Act, which was imp...
The ‘add protein’ era: How everyday foods are getting a functional upgrade For years, healthy eating advice has often centered on restriction. People were told to cut carbs, avoid sugar, or stay away from entire categories of food in hopes of getting closer to some ideal version of health. That mindset has started to lose some of its grip as more consumers look for habits they can actually live with, BUILT reports. Rather than building their routines around what has to go, many are paying clo...
Why industry leaders think the worst may be over for US boat sales Nearly 85 million Americans spend time boating each year, which makes the current slowdown more complicated than a simple drop in sales. Recent research from RJ Nautical suggests that while new boat purchases have cooled, interest in boating activity itself remains resilient. Families are still planning weekends around marinas, anglers are still towing boats to local lakes, and owners are still maintaining the vessels they...
Grusho Anna // Shutterstock Movies and TV shows casting in Birmingham The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV sho...
Trong Nguyen // Shutterstock Are home prices going up in Tuscaloosa in 2026? Home prices have been a major talking point since the pandemic, when they climbed at a record pace in response to a frenzy of demand. This increase led to a sharp decline in affordability that weighed on buyers and sellers and slowed the housing market to a crawl. Now, the housing market is in the early stages of a long, gradual reset. Redfin economists predict that affordability will slowly improve this year and...
Felix Mizioznikov // Shutterstock Are home prices going up in Mobile in 2026? Home prices have been a major talking point since the pandemic, when they climbed at a record pace in response to a frenzy of demand. This increase led to a sharp decline in affordability that weighed on buyers and sellers and slowed the housing market to a crawl. Now, the housing market is in the early stages of a long, gradual reset. Redfin economists predict that affordability will slowly improve this year and...
Felix Mizioznikov // Shutterstock Are home prices going up in Montgomery in 2026? Home prices have been a major talking point since the pandemic, when they climbed at a record pace in response to a frenzy of demand. This increase led to a sharp decline in affordability that weighed on buyers and sellers and slowed the housing market to a crawl. Now, the housing market is in the early stages of a long, gradual reset. Redfin economists predict that affordability will slowly improve this year and...
Felix Mizioznikov // Shutterstock Are home prices going up in Huntsville in 2026? Home prices have been a major talking point since the pandemic, when they climbed at a record pace in response to a frenzy of demand. This increase led to a sharp decline in affordability that weighed on buyers and sellers and slowed the housing market to a crawl. Now, the housing market is in the early stages of a long, gradual reset. Redfin economists predict that affordability will slowly improve this year and...
tokar // Shutterstock Are home prices going up in Gadsden in 2026? Home prices have been a major talking point since the pandemic, when they climbed at a record pace in response to a frenzy of demand. This increase led to a sharp decline in affordability that weighed on buyers and sellers and slowed the housing market to a crawl. Now, the housing market is in the early stages of a long, gradual reset. Redfin economists predict that affordability will slowly improve this year and beyond as price...
