December 30, 2022
Opt for a new kitchen that breaks the rules
December 19, 2022
Cineversary podcast traces Mockingbird's grand flight across 60 years
To listen to this episode, click here or click the "play" button on the embedded streaming player below. Or, you can stream, download, or subscribe to Cineversary wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts,
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Chris Hite |
December 12, 2022
Short on (ginger)bread this holiday season? Consider a Christmas loan
But know what you are getting into before committing to a Christmas loan. Learn how it works, what’s needed to qualify, pros and cons, eligibility requirements, who offers it, and alternatives to consider by checking out my newest article for Bills.com, available here.
December 6, 2022
When it’s time to redo the loo
November 29, 2022
Here are the vehicles that are cheapest and costliest to insure
November 20, 2022
Want to sell your home during the holidays? Read this first
But just because it’s the holiday season doesn’t mean your window of opportunity has slammed shut. By understanding the pros and cons of selling a house during the winter holidays and following some home selling tips, you can increase your odds of unloading that property without undue delay or a big ding to your net proceeds.
My newest article for Bankrate, available here, covers this topic like a blanket of snow.
November 10, 2022
Cineversary podcast explores why Casablanca gets better as time goes by
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Kenneth Turan and David Thomson |
November 1, 2022
Is tuition insurance worth it?
But what happens if you send your child to college and they drop out? You might get a refund, but depending on when the withdrawal happens it may not be the full amount paid for tuition, fees, room and board and other expenses. In fact, the entire amount may have to be forfeited. Tuition insurance can help protect against this situation.
Learn more about the pros and cons of tuition insurance by reading my newest story for Forbes Advisor, available here.
October 25, 2022
Where's the housing market headed in 2023? Let's find out...
Eager to learn what the experts predict in 2023 regarding mortgage rates, home prices, buyer competition, housing supply, sales activity and home affordability? Check out my newest article for Bankrate (available here), which forecasts these housing market matters.
October 18, 2022
Reduce your risks of breast cancer with these tips
While you can’t change your genetic predisposition to or a family history of the disease, learning the facts, taking precautionary measures consistently and early on, and making recommended lifestyle changes can alter the odds in your favor and help decrease the likelihood that you’ll ever be diagnosed with or succumb to breast cancer.
Learn more by reading my latest article for CTW Features, available here.
October 15, 2022
Cineversary podcast celebrates Nosferatu and Cat People anniversaries
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David Kalat and Gregory Mank |
For Cineversary podcast episode #52, host Erik Martin takes a double dip into the Halloween candy bowl by spotlighting two seminal early horror films: First, Nosferatu, which marks a 100th anniversary this year, for which he’s joined by film scholar and Nosferatu expert David Kalat; and Cat People, commemorating an 80th birthday in 2022, for which he’s joined by classic horror historian Gregory Mank, author of The Very Witching Time of Night: Dark Alleys of Classic Horror Cinema. Erik and his guests peel back the cobwebs on these macabre masterworks to explore how they remain relevant today, why they’re worth celebrating, and the long shadows of influence they’ve cast upon the horror genre.
October 3, 2022
Want to buy a car? Aim for this credit score
What’s the minimum credit score needed to be eligible for a vehicle loan? Read My newest article for Bills.com, available here, and learn more.
September 28, 2022
Should you pursue credit card preapproval?
But obtaining a preapproved credit card has its pluses and minuses. Learn more about these benefits and drawbacks, worthy candidates for getting preapproved, and what happens if you are preapproved but ultimately rejected for the card.
September 19, 2022
Midnight Terror Haunted House expands staff and characters in 2022
September 14, 2022
TCM's Eddie Muller returns to Cineversary podcast to celebrate Out of the Past
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Eddie Muller |
September 6, 2022
What you can expect to pay for the remodel of a small kitchen
Read my newest article for Ownerly, available here, to learn more about the best strategies for remodeling a smaller kitchen and what kind of return on investment you can expect.
August 30, 2022
Understanding COBRA insurance
August 23, 2022
Garden glow know-how
Consider that proper outdoor lighting is a good idea to protect your home against theft while also creating an ambiance that radiates warmth and joy for the people living inside. And research suggests mental health benefits can be gained when you have a good yard design.
Get helpful tips on how to illuminate your grounds safely and effectively by reading my latest piece for CTW Features, available here.
August 11, 2022
Cineversary podcast rediscovers the magnificence of the Ambersons
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James Naremore and Joshua Grossberg |
To listen to this episode, click here or click the "play" button on the embedded streaming player below. Or, you can stream, download, or subscribe to Cineversary wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Pocket Casts, PodBean, RadioPublic, and Overcast.
August 8, 2022
Know which drivers should be listed on your auto insurance policy
Your auto insurance premium is partially determined by the drivers listed on your policy. While your insurer looks at more than a dozen factors that affect your insurance rates, any drivers (and their driving record) listed on your policy will absolutely push your premium up or down. The big question is, who exactly has to be listed on your policy, and how will that impact your premium? While a fully licensed teen driver certainly needs to be listed, what about a teen with a learning permit, a parent living with you, or a neighbor who borrows your truck to move?
August 1, 2022
Housing market halftime is over: Here's what the 3rd quarter will look like
But the near-term future looks relatively predictable to many pros, who foresee slightly lower or stabilized mortgage rates, relatively high home prices, and lingering supply issues despite more inventory expected. Industry insiders are also mindful of a possible recession, which could alter prospects for the rest of 2022.
Curious what housing drifts are anticipated by those in the know? Eager to learn if buying or selling is a smart move between now and the end of September? Read my newest piece for Bankrate (available here) for valuable insights and helpful recommendations offered by different industry experts.
July 25, 2022
How buying a home can be a hedge against inflation
Even though home prices are higher, purchasing a residence can be a smart move that outpaces the inflation rate. Take the time to better understand how inflation works, why homebuying may be a good inflation-proof strategy, and where inflation is headed by reading my current piece for Bankrate, available here.
July 18, 2022
Your loved one passes away and owes taxes. Here's what happens next
Take the time to learn what’s involved tax-wise after a loved one dies and what to expect by reading my first article for new client TaxCure, available here.
July 14, 2022
Cineversary podcast speaks up about The Quiet Man on its 70th anniversary
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Joseph McBride and Des MacHale |
Learn more about the Cineversary podcast at anchor.fm/cineversary and email show comments or suggestions to cineversegroup@gmail.com.
July 11, 2022
Pick the perfect printer
Get tips on how to select the right printer for your family's needs by reading my newest article for The Costco Connection, available here.
July 4, 2022
Staying fit safely in the summer
Learn how to better protect yourself outdoors under the summer sun by reading my latest piece for CTW Features, available here.
June 27, 2022
Can cancer patients get life insurance?
Learn the facts and possibilities, and get to the bottom of important questions like: Can you get life insurance if you have cancer? Does life insurance cover cancer? What are the rules related to life insurance with pre-existing cancer? Get the answers by reading my first article for new client Forbes Advisor, available here.
June 15, 2022
Cineversary podcast rediscovers the magic behind E.T. 40 years later
To listen to this episode, click here or click the "play" button on the embedded streaming player below. Or, you can stream, download or subscribe to Cineversary wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Pocket Casts, PodBean, RadioPublic, and Overcast.
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James Kendrick and Caseen Gaines |
June 7, 2022
Glass with class
Fact is, it’s easy to take windows for granted. While they may not appear to be dirty or in need of attention, the glass, screen mesh, and frame materials take a beating from the elements over time that can compromise the window’s operation and longevity. That’s why it’s wise to inspect, maintain, and repair your windows regularly, especially before cold weather comes around again later this year.
Learn more by reading my newest article for The Post and Courier, available here.
May 30, 2022
Live a less stressful life by adopting these recommended financial habits
But the situation is not hopeless. You can get fiscal matters in order and learn to better manage your dollars with patience, discipline, and recommended financial practices. For helpful tips and insights from experts, check out my newest story for Credit Sesame, available here.
May 25, 2022
When it's time to say sayonara to your swimming pool
Weigh the pros and cons carefully, crunch the numbers, learn about the process involved, and find the right experts for the job if you’re ready to pull the trigger. For more tips, read my newest article for Ownerly, available here.
May 18, 2022
Cineversary brings out the big guns to celebrate High Noon's 70th anniversary
Glenn Frankel |
To listen to this episode, click here or click the "play" button on the embedded streaming player below. Or, you can stream, download or subscribe to the Cineversary podcast wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Castbox, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Pocket Casts, PodBean, RadioPublic, and Overcast.
Learn more about the Cineversary podcast at anchor.fm/cineversary and email show comments or suggestions to cineversegroup@gmail.com.
May 10, 2022
A playground right on the premises
Look no further than your home’s backyard, the ideal spot for a playground you can have built. Find out more about how to create a backyard playset by reading my newest article for CTW Features, available here.
May 3, 2022
Sweat equity
April 26, 2022
The paperwork you'll need to complete for a mortgage loan
Learn more about the documentation required as well as tips on how to keep this process moving along smoothly and effectively by reading my newest piece for Home.com, available here.
April 20, 2022
When Uncle Sam comes calling with a tax bill
April 14, 2022
Cineversary podcast sends 70th birthday wishes to Singin' in the Rain
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Alicia Malone and Brian Eggert |
April 12, 2022
Trick of the tongue
“Words: So innocent and powerless as they are, as standing in a dictionary, how potent for good and evil they become in the hands of one who knows how to combine them.”—Nathaniel Hawthorne
This master of American literature sounded prescient when he uttered this quote back in the 19th century. That’s because Hawthorne seems to herald a warning in the 21st century about things he couldn’t have possibly foreseen, such as the dangers of bogus audio in the form of speech deepfakes, which employ artificial intelligence and machine learning to create convincing synthetic audio of a human speaker.
How convincing? Consider that, in a well-reported 2019 AI-powered crime, criminals used deepfake technology to mimic the voice of a company’s chief executive over a phone call where the speaker directed the transfer of around $250,000. The funds were transferred and redistributed, and no suspects were identified. Another widely-reported deepfake-enabled financial heist resulted in the cloning of a bank director’s voice and the illegal transfer of $35 million.
April 5, 2022
Understanding the metaverse and how your business can benefit
March 28, 2022
Two wheels, unlimited possibilities
Get helpful tips on how to choose the right bike for you by reading my newest CTW Features article, available here.
March 23, 2022
Knowing the right time to slash your home's price
When you list your home for sale, setting the right asking price from the start is important. But sometimes, even if you think the list price is appropriate, your home still might linger on the market. That’s when it’s time to consider a price reduction to attract a buyer. Learn more by reading my newest story for Bankrate, available here.
March 15, 2022
A podcast that makes you an offer you can't refuse
In Cineversary podcast episode #45, host Erik Martin commemorates the 50th anniversary of perhaps the best American film of the 20th Century, The Godfather, directed by Francis Ford Coppola, by talking with Harlan Lebo, author of The Godfather Legacy and a senior fellow at the Center for the Digital Future at the University of Southern California Annenberg. Erik and Harlan investigate why this movie still matters, ways it has stood the test of time, its cultural impact and legacy, what we can learn from the film today, and more.
Harlan Lebo |
To listen to this episode, click here or click the "play" button on the embedded streaming player below. Or, you can stream, download or subscribe to the Cineversary podcast wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Castbox, Pocket Casts, PodBean, RadioPublic, and Overcast.
Learn more about the Cineversary podcast at anchor.fm/cineversary and email show comments or suggestions to cineversegroup@gmail.com.