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CaterCow reports that 53% of employees prefer catered lunches over holiday parties, emphasizing food’s role in workplace culture and wellness.

Better reports a government shutdown has caused a data blackout, hindering economic predictions and creating mortgage rate volatility for borrowers.

Stacker ranked the best colleges in big cities using 2025 data from Niche.

Bluevine reports that 39% of small businesses have less than a month of cash on hand, with many prioritizing liquidity over returns and facing funding challenges.

Graphite reports that while AI-generated articles dominate online publishing, human-written content still outperforms in search rankings.

HousingAnywhere reports that emerging cities like Porto, Leipzig, and Valencia are ideal for career growth, affordability, and quality of life in 2026.

Property Reach reports home prices are dropping in select U.S. states, particularly Florida and Texas, driven by oversupply and cooling demand.

HomeLight reports the top 25 real estate markets for 2026, highlighting regions like McKinney, Texas, and St. Louis, Missouri, driven by demand and affordability.

Pangram reports that new AI-enabled browsers, such as OpenAI’s Atlas, raise concerns about academic integrity and student data privacy in universities.

Mercury reports that small businesses face rising credit card fraud risks. To combat this, implement layered prevention strategies and swift response plans.

Finder.com reports that six common investing myths can cost individuals thousands. Misconceptions about money, timing, and risk hinder investment growth.

Current reports six tips for retirement saving, emphasizing the importance of contributions, HSAs, automation, and starting small.

CheapInsurance.com reports that unreported fender benders can lead to severe financial and legal consequences, including claim denials and license suspensions.

Better reports a government shutdown may lower mortgage rates but introduces processing delays, especially for FHA and VA loans.

The Motley Fool reports that 54% of Social Security recipients find the upcoming 2.8% COLA insufficient to cover rising living costs.

Digital Marketing Recruiters reports that top marketing candidates seek fair pay, strong benefits, flexibility, and a supportive culture, emphasizing transparency in hiring.

Comerica reports that the One Big Beautiful Bill ensures 100% bonus depreciation for qualifying assets starting Jan. 19, 2025, promoting stable tax planning.

TurboTenant reports that rental application fraud, including fake pay stubs, is rising. Landlords should look for signs like rounded numbers, poor formatting, and inconsistencies to spot fakes.

Stacker compiled a list of the most conservative colleges using 2026 rankings from Niche.

CheapInsurance.com reports that a car is a total loss when repair costs exceed its actual cash value. It outlines options and coverage details.

Edmunds reports the 2025 Nissan Versa is the cheapest new car at $18,385, amid rising vehicle prices; check out 21 affordable options.

SEO Consultants for Lawyers reports four strategies for law firms to enhance their online presence: build a professional website, optimize SEO, utilize content marketing, and engage on social media.

WorkTango reports that investing in employee surveys is crucial for 2026 HR budgets to enhance engagement, productivity, and retention.

Redfin Real Estate reports over 15% of home contracts were canceled in September 2025, highlighting an increase in buyers “ghosting” sellers.

Cake reports startups focus on AI to enhance creativity, alleviating job fears and promoting diverse, human-centered teams for better innovation.

CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in the U.S. using data from AAA.

CheapInsurance.com compiled a list of the cheapest gas stations in every state using data from Gas Buddy.

Shipley Energy reports noises from heating systems may signal issues. Understanding these sounds can prevent costly repairs and enhance efficiency.

Brex reports effective expense account management is vital for tracking business spending, ensuring compliance, and preventing fraud.

Finder.com reports five common credit score myths, clarifying misconceptions about bank history, marriage, payments, and rent impacts.