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• Waymo teen accounts offer peace of mind for Phoenix families - Read Article

  Waymo teen accounts offer peace of mind for Phoenix families

  2025-07-11T11:50:00-07:00

  Learning to drive has long been the marquee milestone for American teenagers coming of age. The freedom and self-reliance that comes with driving to school, hanging out with friends, and…

  
• Arizona home insurance rates see 4th-biggest spike nationwide - Read Article

  Arizona home insurance rates see 4th-biggest spike nationwide

  2025-07-11T10:30:00-07:00

  According to LendingTree’s annual State of Home Insurance 2025 Report, Arizona home insurance rates have surged 70% over the past six years, the 4th-biggest increase nationwide. LOCAL NEWS: 100 best places…

  
• 8 simple ways to keep retirement spending in check  - Read Article

  8 simple ways to keep retirement spending in check 

  2025-07-09T13:30:00-07:00

  Retirement is often envisioned as a period of relaxation and freedom, but financial stability remains a key pillar of a fulfilling retirement. With no regular paychecks coming in, managing expenses…

  
• Phoenix has the 2nd-lowest inflation problem in U.S., study shows - Read Article

  Phoenix has the 2nd-lowest inflation problem in U.S., study shows

  2025-06-23T07:25:00-07:00

  The U.S. inflation rate hit a 40-year high after the pandemic, but has since cooled significantly due to factors like the Federal Reserve rate hikes. Thankfully, Phoenix has the 2nd-lowest inflation problem…

  
• Top 5 mystery box websites: Unbox excitement and surprises today - Read Article

  Top 5 mystery box websites: Unbox excitement and surprises today

  2025-04-30T01:20:00-07:00

  Mystery box websites have captured the attention of online shoppers looking for excitement and surprise. These platforms offer unique and often valuable items, making each purchase a thrilling experience for…

  
• Gas prices in Arizona among the least affordable in the U.S. - Read Article

  Gas prices in Arizona among the least affordable in the U.S.

  2025-03-31T08:20:00-07:00

  Gas prices in America vary a lot from place to place—but so do people’s wages—meaning how affordable a gallon of gas is depends on where you live. A new analysis…

  
• How to create and manage secure passwords when shopping online - Read Article

  How to create and manage secure passwords when shopping online

  2025-03-24T13:25:00-07:00

  Online shopping is vital, but it can get addictive – and the more you do it, the riskier it can become! Whie it’s nearly impossible to avoid every risk, there’s…

  
• How Phoenix inflation compares with other U.S. cities - Read Article

  How Phoenix inflation compares with other U.S. cities

  2025-03-14T07:05:00-07:00

  With the year-over-year inflation rate at 3% in January, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its updated report on the Changes in Inflation by City and found that Phoenix is the…

  
• Smart Valentine’s Day spending: Creative ways to celebrate on a budget - Read Article

  Smart Valentine’s Day spending: Creative ways to celebrate on a budget

  2025-02-14T11:45:00-07:00

  Valentine’s Day is here, but if you’re one of the 36% of Americans who went into debt for the holidays, you may not be feeling quite ready for it. In…

  
• Smart ways to lower your cost of living and save more money - Read Article

  Smart ways to lower your cost of living and save more money

  2025-02-07T10:30:00-07:00

  The cost of living keeps rising, making it harder for many people to keep up with rent, utilities, groceries, and other expenses. Whether you’re trying to stretch your paycheck further…

  
• Why selling your used phone is easier than you think - Read Article

  Why selling your used phone is easier than you think

  2025-02-03T15:00:00-07:00

  The days of letting your old phone gather dust in a drawer are over. Selling your used phone has never been easier, thanks to a variety of tools, platforms, and…

  
• Exploring the benefits of Android 13 in modern mobile devices  - Read Article

  Exploring the benefits of Android 13 in modern mobile devices 

  2024-12-20T11:25:00-07:00

  Have you ever thought about what makes the present mobile phones smarter than ever? With each software update, devices gain enhanced features, better security, and improved functionality. Android 13 is…