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Renting is cheaper than buying, according to a new Bankrate survey. In 21 U.S. metros, the monthly cost of owning is at least 50% more expensive than the monthly cost of renting.

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Bankrate's Mark Hamrick tells Fortune that it's "disappointing because it is an indication that so many Americans are living paycheck to paycheck."

The home improvement industry's outlook looks bright, driven by factors such as falling mortgage rates, easing inflation, a rise in DIY projects, increasing disposable income, and a growing interest amongst homeowners to undertake renovation projects. Thus, it could be wise to buy home improvement stocks La-Z-Boy (LZB), Hooker Furnishings (HOFT),…

Americans are expected to spend nearly $30 billion on gift cards this holiday, according to the National Retail Federation. But many gift cards wind up forgotten or unused.

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Americans are expected to spend nearly $30 billion on gift cards this holiday, according to the National Retail Federation