Best teen jobs: How you can earn, learn and grow early on
Read full article: Best teen jobs: How you can earn, learn and grow early onWith school back in session and expenses rising, many teens are looking for part-time jobs to earn extra income. While nearly six million 16 to 19-year-olds were employed in June 2024 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the highest number in over a decade, finding the right balance between schoolwork and earning potential can be challenging.
Companions to co-buyers: Pros and cons of co-owning a home
Read full article: Companions to co-buyers: Pros and cons of co-owning a homeMore than 12 million Americans spend at least half of their paycheck on rent. And new data shows housing prices in 99 percent of U.S. counties are unaffordable for the average wage earner. That’s why first-time home buyers are turning to friends to make their first big purchase.
Consumer Reports shares the best poop-scooping techniques and gadgets for dog owners
Read full article: Consumer Reports shares the best poop-scooping techniques and gadgets for dog ownersIt’s a dirty job, but someone has to do it. Consumer Reports has the scoop on the best gadgets and techniques to scoop that poop.
Descending the corporate ladder: How ideas of success in the workplace are shifting
Read full article: Descending the corporate ladder: How ideas of success in the workplace are shiftingWorking hard and rising to the top has long been a marker of career success and happiness. But that notion may be a thing of the past. According to Indeed and a new study, workplace priorities are shifting, especially among younger generations.
Jacksonville nurse practitioner says he lost over $4,000 to cyber thieves after his Ticketmaster account was hacked
Read full article: Jacksonville nurse practitioner says he lost over $4,000 to cyber thieves after his Ticketmaster account was hackedJim Whited, a Nurse Practitioner in Jacksonville, told News4JAX that Ticketmaster still hasn’t made his situation right, and said almost three months after the theft, he’s still been unable to reach a human in Ticketmaster’s fraud department.
Consumer Reports warns that dressers with higher risk of tip-overs are still for sale despite changes in law
Read full article: Consumer Reports warns that dressers with higher risk of tip-overs are still for sale despite changes in lawMany dressers are safer than before, thanks to new safety standards, but older models could still pose a deadly risk.
FEMA offers warning about scammers as inspectors begin contacting those applying for hurricane assistance
Read full article: FEMA offers warning about scammers as inspectors begin contacting those applying for hurricane assistanceWith calls coming from unfamiliar numbers and area codes, FEMA wants applicants to be aware of scam callers pretending to be associates from disaster assistance.
Addressing notable racial disparities in mortgage denial rates in Jacksonville
Read full article: Addressing notable racial disparities in mortgage denial rates in JacksonvilleThere is a housing crisis in America, and it includes a significant racial disparity in mortgage access, according to studies done by a group called Reinvestment Fund.
Florida gas supplies, prices stabilize after spike in demand from Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Florida gas supplies, prices stabilize after spike in demand from Hurricane MiltonFlorida gas prices are down and holding steady after stabilization efforts from Hurricane Milton took effect across the nation, AAA reported on Monday.
Flameproof blueprint: How to prevent fires in your home
Read full article: Flameproof blueprint: How to prevent fires in your homeAccording to the National Fire Protection Association, every 24 seconds, a fire department responds to a fire somewhere in the U.S. Even the simplest things can potentially catch fire.
Did someone tell you to pay a fine or bill with a gift card? Don’t do it! It’s a scam, the FTC warns
Read full article: Did someone tell you to pay a fine or bill with a gift card? Don’t do it! It’s a scam, the FTC warnsNo real business or government agency will ever tell you to buy a gift card to pay them. Here’s how to spot and avoid gift card scams.
Shroom Boom: Consumer Reports explains why mushrooms are having a moment
Read full article: Shroom Boom: Consumer Reports explains why mushrooms are having a momentIf you hadn’t noticed, mushrooms are having a moment. Along with finding them in the produce aisle, you’ll see them in snacks, broths, supplements, and even coffee and tea.
Baby walkers linked to thousands of injuries & multiple deaths, Consumer Reports warns
Read full article: Baby walkers linked to thousands of injuries & multiple deaths, Consumer Reports warnsConsumer Reports explains why baby walkers are so dangerous and what parents can do to protect their children.
Some things the FTC says you should know this Medicare Open Enrollment Period
Read full article: Some things the FTC says you should know this Medicare Open Enrollment PeriodIf you have Medicare, Open Enrollment — which runs from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7 — is when you can make changes to your health and prescription drug plans.
St. Augustine officials warn residents, businesses to beware of ‘unscrupulous activity’ during Milton cleanup
Read full article: St. Augustine officials warn residents, businesses to beware of ‘unscrupulous activity’ during Milton cleanupThe City of St. Augustine Planning and Building Department and Code Enforcement Division will be out in affected neighborhoods on Friday to assess property damage to homes and businesses.
Rush on gas & groceries causes some shortages, long lines ahead of Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Rush on gas & groceries causes some shortages, long lines ahead of Hurricane MiltonSome areas are already seeing shortages in supplies like toilet paper and water, along with long lines at gas stations.
The Great (Canned) Pumpkin: What’s in a can of ‘pumpkin’ is a bit of a trick -- but still a treat!
Read full article: The Great (Canned) Pumpkin: What’s in a can of ‘pumpkin’ is a bit of a trick -- but still a treat!Fall is in the air, or is that the scent of pumpkin bread, muffins, and pumpkin pie? All recipes that depend on that little can of pumpkin… It might sound like a silly question, but do you really know what’s in the can? It's probably NOT pumpkin.
Pumpkin spice priced nice: Kickstart holiday shopping early with these great deals in October
Read full article: Pumpkin spice priced nice: Kickstart holiday shopping early with these great deals in OctoberConsumer Reports reveals products at deep discounts to help kickstart the holiday shopping season.
‘It’s a matter of life and death’: Florida Blue customers relieved after new agreement with Baptist Health
Read full article: ‘It’s a matter of life and death’: Florida Blue customers relieved after new agreement with Baptist HealthFlorida Blue customers are relieved after the insurance company agreed to a new contract with Baptist Health hours before the Monday night deadline.
Florida Blue, Baptist Health reach deal hours before Monday night deadline after 8 months of negotiations
Read full article: Florida Blue, Baptist Health reach deal hours before Monday night deadline after 8 months of negotiationsFlorida Blue and Baptist Health reached a new contract agreement hours before the Monday night deadline that would have caused the hospital to be considered out-of-network for some 600,000 Florida Blue customers across the region.
Retire with purpose: How you spend retirement years can affect you mentally, physically
Read full article: Retire with purpose: How you spend retirement years can affect you mentally, physicallyOn average, you will spend a third of your life at work. That adds up to 90,000 hours and leaves most of us dreaming about the day we don’t have to clock-in.
Money matters: Giving kids a financial head start
Read full article: Money matters: Giving kids a financial head startLearning how to manage money is an essential life skill. But according to a 2023 Edward Jones survey, 80 percent of respondents said they never learned financial skills in school. So how can parents step in?
BBB warns to watch for storm-chasing contractors to avoid scams after the storm
Read full article: BBB warns to watch for storm-chasing contractors to avoid scams after the stormAs Helene is approaching, the Better Business Bureau is reminding Floridians to be on alert for scammers looking to cash in after the storm is over.
Shift shock: How to avoid disappointment at your new job
Read full article: Shift shock: How to avoid disappointment at your new jobA 2024 survey reveals 69% of job seekers are hopeful that they will land the perfect job this year. But what happens when you sign on the dotted line, but the job isn’t what you thought it was going to be?
What to do after a data breach -- and how to protect yourself from one
Read full article: What to do after a data breach -- and how to protect yourself from oneWhether you’ve been a victim or want to proactively protect your personal information, Consumer Reports explains what you can do now before the hackers strike.