Some new car prices might drop
If you are in the market for a new car, you may know that a variety of factors may affect affordability and supply. Some observers think a select few cars…
Author: Rick Good
Rick Good spent ten years in the newspaper business, including with The News & Observer (Raleigh, NC) and The Greenville News (Greenville, SC). He co-wrote, with Melinda Coleman, Rutledge to Riley: Governors of South Carolina, 1776–Present (Published by The Greenville News), and is the author of Mind Games Trivia #1 (Amazon). He has recently spent 15 years creating original trivia content through Sounds Good Mobile Entertainment and continues that with his new company, SGME Software. He edits The Smart Reader's money, real estate, and business coverage.
Airport lounges getting uncomfortable amid influx of travelers
For a long time, airport lounges were a symbol of wealth and status. While most folks simply get comfy lounging around on the floor or on the rather…
Foxconn and Nvidia aim to build AI factories
Could software soon be assembled on an assembly line, much like the modern car? Might artificial intelligence fully automate traditional manufacturing and…
Will this new product solve the armrest war?
Among the many inconveniences of air travel is the battle of the armrest. To whom does the single armrest belong, we ask. Is it a fence that separates…
Ask the Expert
We are shopping for our first house — what is the difference between pre-qualified and pre-approved for a mortgage? When it comes to shopping for a…
The first ‘Thanksgiving’
After the dark days of 1620, the Pilgrim’s 1621 harvest festival was their first celebration of abundance. It has become a model of present-day…
How to make your home purchase go smoothly
Real estate deals falling through can be a frustrating experience for home buyers. In fact, statistics show that approximately 10 percent of real estate…
Should you trust your gut?
You have a big decision to make and you have to make it right now. Your stomach is in knots and you feel nauseous. Is your gut telling you something?…
One example of a railcar or bike. Some accommodate four.
Bike the rails with these fun tours You might be familiar with a handcar from old movies — when cowboys hand-pumped a small flat-bed car across the…
Veteran’s Day 2023: Kilroy is still here
As we celebrate Veteran’s Day on November 11, the nation will honor veterans with observances that range from parades to color guards. But one fun memory…