Chrysler hits 100 (somewhat bumpy) years
Call it Stellantis, call it FCA, call it DaimlerChrysler. Call it whatever you want. But most Americans will probably always just call it Chrysler. The…
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.
Ask the Expert: 30-year mortgages
How much do home values rise or fall during the life of a 30-year mortgage? History shows that home values typically rise over a 30-year period, but there…
Your new home is your castle: Give it a name!
Graceland. Ever heard of it? Of course, most everyone knows it is the home that Elvis Presley built, but there are other famous homes that you may know by…
How to do well, get more from summer internships
Whether you are advising a summer intern or a family member, this advice will serve that young person well. Come early. Arrive early to work, to meetings,…
How to comfort a bereaved person
When you have a friend or co-worker who has lost a loved one, you might be at a loss about what you should do. Here is some advice from grief counselors….
How to get lounge access
If you travel a lot, you might want to get lounge access for long layovers. Here’s how: * Buy a first class or business ticket. * Join an airline’s…
Spirit airlines dress code
Spirit airlines has a new dress code, but it shouldn’t be hard for most people to follow. Following disruptive incidents, Spirit has barred passengers…
Travel Bag briefs: No more free bags
No more free bags Southwest Airlines has ended its popular popular policy of two free checked bags on all flights. May 28 is the last day travelers will…
Hot dogs: Red hot since 1487
Hot dogs are the quintessential American summer food. Cookouts simply wouldn’t be the same without them. But like so many iconic American foods, the hot…
TikTok trend tries to maximize sleep
Another new health trend, courtesy of TikTok. It’s called sleepmaxxing, an elaborate multi-step nighttime routine designed to enhance sleep quality and…