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• Survey says solar panels should grace new Arizona flag - Read Article

  Survey says solar panels should grace new Arizona flag

  2026-08-04T08:35:00-07:00

  Many state flags were designed decades ago, back when “modern branding” meant a seal, some Latin, a stern-looking eagle, and absolutely no concern for how the whole thing would look…

  
• 9 in 10 workers’ wages not keeping up with cost of living, report shows - Read Article

  9 in 10 workers’ wages not keeping up with cost of living, report shows

  2026-08-04T05:20:00-07:00

  For the third consecutive year, more than nine in 10 U.S. workers say their wages are not keeping up with the cost of living, according to the 2026 Monster® Cost of Living…

  
• How to match a credit card to your spending habits  - Read Article

  How to match a credit card to your spending habits 

  2026-06-29T13:50:00-07:00

  Most people pick credit cards backwards. They see an ad, get excited about rewards, and apply immediately. Then six months later, they’re wondering why the card isn’t delivering value.  The…

  
• Arizona ranks No. 1 for higher gas prices - Read Article

  Arizona ranks No. 1 for higher gas prices

  2026-05-31T09:10:00-07:00

  SmartAsset’s latest study finds Arizona is No. 1 when it comes to rising gas prices  over the last year.  DEEPER DIVE: Read all the Ranking Arizona Top 10 lists here INDUSTRY…

  
• How rising costs are making personal loans essential for Arizona consumers in 2026 - Read Article

  How rising costs are making personal loans essential for Arizona consumers in 2026

  2026-04-14T00:55:00-07:00

  Rising costs in 2026 are placing a growing strain on budgets across Arizona, making it harder for households to cover everyday expenses. As financial pressure increases, more consumers are turning…

  
• 5 tips for spring cleaning your finances - Read Article

  5 tips for spring cleaning your finances

  2026-03-27T09:15:00-07:00

  Spring is in the air, and it’s time to enjoy the sunshine, purge the clutter, and do a deep cleaning on the house. But your home isn’t the only area…

  
• Staying safe on online marketplaces: 25 legal and safety tips - Read Article

  Staying safe on online marketplaces: 25 legal and safety tips

  2026-03-25T08:00:00-07:00

  Staying safe on online marketplaces: 25 legal and safety tips Online marketplaces offer convenience but come with real legal and safety risks that every buyer and seller should understand. This…

  
• Study: Taxes and insurance make up 21% of monthly mortgage payments - Read Article

  Study: Taxes and insurance make up 21% of monthly mortgage payments

  2026-03-13T11:35:00-07:00

  Property taxes and homeowners insurance are making up a growing share of monthly housing costs across the U.S., according to a new report from Neighbors Bank released today. While home…

  
• Why your home insurance quote might be higher than expected and how to fix it - Read Article

  Why your home insurance quote might be higher than expected and how to fix it

  2026-02-05T09:00:00-07:00

  You’ve done the sensible thing every homeowner or renter should do: you got the insurance quote, and you want to protect your home the best you can. However, the price…

  
• Arizona ranks No. 5 for increase in gas prices - Read Article

  Arizona ranks No. 5 for increase in gas prices

  2025-12-21T12:00:00-07:00

  As Arizona residents drive into the holiday travel season, a new SmartAsset study shows gas prices in the state have seen one of the steepest increases in the U.S., growing…

  
• Giving season: 5 food banks to donate to this holiday season - Read Article

  Giving season: 5 food banks to donate to this holiday season

  2025-11-16T05:10:00-07:00

  As the temperatures continue to cool and the holiday spirit picks up, gratitude and giving are in the air. Warm the heart and the belly of children and families across…

  
• Hidden holiday costs: What to watch for this holiday season - Read Article

  Hidden holiday costs: What to watch for this holiday season

  2025-11-12T10:40:00-07:00

  The holidays are usually called the most wonderful time of the year, but they are also typically the most expensive time of the year. In a recent survey from Bankrate,…