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Home Buying Today Vs. Years Ago: Older Adults Share Their Eye-Opening Observations
"My uncle bought a house in the Bay Area in the '70s. Bought in the $200k range. It was sold about eight years ago for $1.55 million. The house was recently sold again for close to $2.8 million."
She Refused To Fund Her Sister's Wedding After Being Body Shamed, And Honestly, I Respect Her Choice
"My parents are saying I should just let it go and help her since 'that’s what sisters do,' but I feel like she crossed a line."
Doctors And Nurses Are Revealing The Medical "Lies" People Should Stop Believing
"When you have an IV site, there isn't a needle in your arm. There is a tiny, flexible, plastic catheter, and it's not going to tear through your veins and skin if you bend your elbow."
People Are Sharing The Moment They Learned That Their Rich Friends Were WAYYYY Wealthier Than They Originally Realized
These friends put the "quiet" in "quiet luxury"
19 Times The Obscenely Wealthy Did Seriously Out-Of-Touch Things Around "Regular" People
"Until then, I honestly had no idea some people lived like that!"
People Are Sharing Why They Walked Away From Marrying Rich, And Wow, These Rich People Are Messyyyyy
"I... wasn't allowed to cut my hair or style it differently than what he liked. Or wear anything he didn't approve of first."
Older Adults Are Calling Out Things They Think Are A Huge Waste Of Money, And I Never Considered Some Of Them
"The first one that came to my mind: HOA fees."
"I Couldn't Make That Shit Up": 21 Juicy And Surprising Confessions From A Former Cruise Ship Employee
"Every ship has a jail and a morgue..."
"It's Not Worth Sacrificing Yourself": 21 Impactful Lessons Adults Are Urging Younger People To Realize Before It's Too Late
"I drilled this lesson into my daughter, and now she is financially on track, single and child-free, and taking steps to buy her first home."
If You're Part Of The "Sandwich Generation," You're Probably More Prone To Burnout. Here's How To Prevent It.
Are you part of the "sandwich squeeze" cohort at your job? Here's what to do.
Frustrated People Are Calling Out Things That Have Become Way Too Normalized In 2024, And They're 100% Right
"In today's culture, it has become acceptable to do this, but it's actually disrespectful."
People Are Sharing The Things They've Stopped Buying Because They've Gotten Wayyyy Too Expensive, And It's Pretty Wild
It's rough out here.
Teachers Are Revealing The Very, Very Disturbing Realities About Students Today That Parents Need To Start Paying Attention To, And They're Not Holding Back
"This becomes so challenging that I often cry myself to sleep at night."
Gen Z Is Missing These Crucial Skills According To Gen X, Millennials, And Boomers, And It Might Come Back To Haunt Them
"With Gen Z, I've witnessed that if technology is not fully automated or if they come across a technical issue that needs attention, they pretty much just give up. They would rather get a new phone instead of attending to a simple issue with their current phone."
I Tried The Litter Robot That Everyone Is Always Talking About, And, Shocker, I Love It
After using the Litter-Robot 4 for two months, I can confidently say that it’s changed our lives for the better.
18 Secrets About Being A Private Chef, Revealed By Actual Chefs
"I have a credit card. I simply buy whatever I need. They keep loose tabs on it, but they've learned to trust me."
21 "Normal" Things Society Accepts That Are Actually Kinda... Weird
"It's still strange to me."
"Money Dysmorphia" Could Be Seriously Hurting Your Finances. Here's How To Tell If You Have It.
Although the experience is common among millennials and Gen Zers, it can affect anyone, no matter how much is in your bank account.
I Suddenly Found Myself The Breadwinner In Our Family. I Didn't Expect What It Would Do To My Marriage.
"I felt irritated when I came home to a sloppy playroom or a sink full of dishes.... I felt, at times, as if my husband resented me — which made me resent him."
Millions Of People Are Invested In This Viral Crumbl Cookie Drama After Some Australians Flew To The US And Resold Them In Sydney For A Ridiculously High Price
"Not everyone paying $17 for stale cookies. 😂"
Amazon Sells Their Returned Products For A Discount, And It's My New Favorite Way To Shop
If it saves me 50%, I don't care if the shipping box is damaged.
Selena Gomez Reacted To News That She's A Billionaire
"I personally think it’s distasteful to talk about money."
This 28-Year-Old Nurse's Solution To Gun Violence Has Gone Viral, And People Are Calling It "Brilliant"
"As an owner of a gun, I approve. It's the responsible and reasonable solution."
22 TV And Movie Roles Actors Admitted They Only Did For A Check
Jacob Elordi said, "I just play what they give me. I need a job."
Here Are 15 Outrageous Demands From Entitled Bosses Who Deserve A Nice, Long Sitdown With HR
Who needs time off anyway, right?
"I Know You Aren’t Trying To Hurt Me." Doctors, Nurses, And First Responders Are Revealing The Most "Haunting" Last Words They've Heard From A Patient
"'Thank you' from a little old man with Stage 4 lung cancer. He had no family, so I stayed after my shift ended. He just didn't want to die alone, and I refused to let it happen. It still makes me cry when I think of it."
13 Times Celebrities Threw Their Money Away In Frustrating Ways — Like, Just Give It To Charity At This Point
Lady Gaga reportedly paid about $50,000 for a ghost detector. Apparently, she's afraid of evil spirits and has her hotel rooms scanned for paranormal activity.
People Are Sharing The Wild Culture Shocks They Experienced Marrying Into Ultra-Rich Families, And I Can't Believe The 1% Are Actually Like This
"I really hope that marrying into a rich family worked out for some, but for me, it was a nightmare."
"We Didn't Ruin Everything": Boomers Are Calling Out The "Toxic" Assumptions Younger Generations Have About Them, And, Well, Points Were Made
"We had nothing handed to us. We worked, saved our money, and didn't buy what we couldn't afford — unlike many younger folks now."
15 Times Singers And Bands Revealed Their Backstage Demands
Joe Jonas said, "I've had 12 puppies on the rider for a while. Every once in a while, a city will show up with 12 puppies."
21 Awful, Cheap, And Entitled Customers Who Should Be Banned From All Restaurants IMMEDIATELY
There are NO excuses for this behavior.
17 "Emergency" Safety Tips That Could Actually Save Your Life, According To Hospital Workers
"ER doctor here. If you're having chest pain that you've never had before, call 911 or go to the ER and get it checked out. I can't tell you the number of families I've had to console because their loved one thought it was just heartburn."
I'm Feeling Called Out By These Stereotypes Bartenders Confessed To Having About People Who Order Certain Drinks, And I'm Guessing You Might, Too
"[It's] the pumpkin spice latte for white guys."
Teachers Are Sharing The Funniest Student Mistakes They've Ever Witnessed, And I'm Laughing So Hard At These Poor Kids
"A boy in my ninth grade science class asked me, 'How long is a meter stick?'"
"What An Incredible Waste Of Money": People Are Revealing The Common Social Norms They Secretly Find Ridiculous, And I Agree With A Lot Of These
"It feels like a missed opportunity to connect on a deeper level."
"I Kept Wasting Time On It": People Are Revealing The Things They Regret Doing In Their 20s, And It's Suuuuper Fascinating
"So much stress I could've avoided."
Flight Attendants Are Sharing The Things They'll Never Do On A Flight, And It's Eye-Opening
Leave these behaviors behind at the gate.
"It Usually Amounts To Around $200 Every 18 Months Or So": People Are Sharing The Frugal Habits They Still Do Even Though They Make A Higher Income
"It helps me be mindful of my spending."
Which Not-So-Typical Job Would You Be Willing To Try For A Day?
Some of these may make you grateful for your current job!
These Are The Most Common Travel Scams To Be Aware Of Before You Book Your Next Trip
"We have seen travel scams come in via text message, email, and on social media," one expert noted.
"It Saved A Friend From Financial Ruin": 20 Purchases That Seem Like A Splurge At First, But Absolutely Pay For Themselves Over Time
"It's completely useless 99% of the time, but it's something you wish you had when something happens."
Upscale Restaurant Workers Are Sharing Things They Wouldn't Be Caught Doing As A Restaurant Patron, And Some Of These Might Shock You
The special of the day? Dining out don'ts.
Finance Experts Are Sharing Their Best Hacks To Boost Your Credit Score Without Clearing Out All Your Debt
It’s not about having perfect credit but making sure you’re taking advantage of the small things that can add up over time.
We've Only Explored 5% Of The Ocean, So It's No Surprise That These 27 Terrifying Stories From People Who Work At Sea Are Amongst The Scariest I've Ever Read
I, personally, will be staying on land for the foreseeable future now, thanks!
These 9 Inventions That *Literally* Changed The World Were All Created By Latine Inventors (And If You've Ever Enjoyed Color TV, You Should Be Thankful)
Innovation is something to celebrate this Latine Heritage Month.
"I Have An Employee Who Always Clocks Out 5 Minutes Early..." — Here's Why It's So Important That People Are Calling Out How Problematic This Boss Is
"Any boss who thinks the hours worked are more important than the work done should revert to sweeping the shop."
Homeowners Are Sharing The "Worth Every Penny" Purchases, Renovations, And Projects That They Completely Swear By
"We've installed this in every house we've lived in, and it's very low maintenance."
Chefs Are Sharing The "Normal" Aspects Of Life That Come With Working In Restaurants, And As A Former Line Cook, I Can Confirm They're Spot On
"I was raised by chefs, and I've always done this for big meals. My confusion came when I realized others don't."
Teachers Are Sharing What Boomer Parents "Did Right" That Millennial Parents Have Kind Of Forgotten About, And It's A Whirlwind
"These children are an odd mix of arrogant, entitled, bored, and insecure that is new and concerning."
"It Can Be Catastrophic." EMTs Are Revealing "Emergency" Safety Tips That Could Save Your Life
"If there's a fire that you can't put out yourself within 30 seconds, call 911 and GET OUT. Do not start collecting items, grabbing clothes, or continue fighting the fire. A fire will spread quickly and emit toxic smoke immediately."
Employees Are Sharing Secrets Most People Don't Realize About Their Industry, And They're WAY Darker Than I Expected
"Housekeepers told me it was normal. I was horrified. I cringe at staying at hotels and take a blanket when I can."
26 Job Interview Red Flags That Scream, "Don't You Dare Work Here!"
"Nobody wants to work anymore!" Oh, hush.
What's the most out-of-touch thing you've ever seen a rich person say or do?
"It's one banana, Michael. What could it cost? 10 dollars?"
This 27-Year-Old Makes $56k A Year And Just Bought A House — Here's How She Manages Her Finances And Lifestyle
"Gen Z is trying really hard to educate themselves in a sea of misleading and uninformed news. I think they really just want to make a difference in the world but aren’t given the credit or help by the generations before them."
This Woman's Outfit For A Dinner With Her Husband's Boss Is Going Viral Online — Here's Why
"As soon as he saw me, he said I was going to embarrass him."
"This Saves A Huge Amount Of Money!": People Are Sharing Their Best "Rich People Tips"
"If possible, don’t put clothes in the dryer unless you HAVE to. It wears them out quicker."
Ex-Restaurant Employees Are Revealing The Menu Items And Behaviors They Avoid While Dining Out, And I'm Taking Notes
"The amount of worms that came out of those steaks as the chefs portioned them still haunts me to this day."
13 Famous People Who Were Born Into Serious Generational Wealth — Like, They Can Always Order The Guac At Chipotle
Sky Blu — who you might know from LMFAO — is the grandson of Berry Gordy, founder of the Motown record label. Berry signed some of the biggest musicians of all time, including Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, the Temptations, and the Supremes.
People Who Work In The Food Industry Are Revealing Wild Secrets About Their Jobs That More People Should Know
"In college, I worked in the restaurant business, and people don't wash their hands nearly as often as you'd think they should. And these were all very nice restaurants — top health scores and really good management. It's unealistic for servers and cooks to properly wash their hands before and after touching food."
"So Many Of Us Get It Wrong": Email Etiquette Experts Are Begging You To Stop This Rude Email Habit
Don't make this common mistake when reaching out to people over email.
Teachers Are Sharing The "Sickest Burn" A Student Ever Gave Them (And These Are Hilariously Brutal)
"A fourth grader told me she wanted to find me a husband, and when I asked her why she said, 'Because then he can buy you a whole new wardrobe.'"
People Are Recalling The Wildest Reasons A Coworker Was Fired, And It's Every HR Department's Biggest Nightmare
"A few HR employees got fired because they were hooking up in a wellness room meant for nursing mothers."
24 Very, Very, Very, Very Embarrassing Job Interview Stories That I Sorta Feel Bad For Laughing At
One wrong move, and boom — your chances are in the gutter.
This AITA About A Guy Returning His Wife's Birthday Gift Makes Me Angry For The Reason You Wouldn't Expect
I honestly would do the same.
"I Could Not Believe I Had To Explain This To Her": 15 Times People Were Flabbergasted When A Conversation Took A Turn For The Worst
"I remember hanging up the phone and putting myself on break. My manager looked at me and told me to take a walk, barely hiding her unrestrained giggles."
"We Overpaid For Years": Frugal People Are Sharing Their Best Money-Saving Habits
"It has made me way more frugal in every aspect of my life."
"Chris Called Him Ugly To His Face" — Millions Of People Are Outraged Over This Resurfaced Interview Where Adam Driver Is Asked If His Looks Hurt His Career
"To make Driver's appearance the central focus of an interview like this tells us more about Wallace's shortcomings than it does about Driver's."
Turns Out There’s Actually A Reason Why Cocktails And Mocktails Are The Same Price, And It’s Fascinating
You won't catch me complaining next time I decide to treat myself to an alcohol-free cocktail!
"My Dad Will Never Give This Up": These 20 "Boomer Trends" Are Predicted To Vanish, And As A Millennial, I Find These Things Really Weird
"The only time I want these is from a medical professional telling me something important. I hate them otherwise."
17 "Never Again" Home Purchases And Splurges That Homeowners Regret
"We were told before financing that it would be $25,000, but now it's $43,000. It's a scam."
Ex-Hotel Employees Are Sharing The Things They Would NEVER Do While Staying At A Hotel
Ok, so apparently we shouldn't be touching ANYTHING in a hotel room. Noted.
People With Super Rich Friends, Tell Us The Moment You Realized That A Friend Was Wayyyyyy Wealthier Than You Originally Realized
"Don't worry about it, we can take my parent's private plane!"
Kevin Hart Told Chloe Bailey He Hasn't Read Reviews On His Work In 12 Years, And She Loved His Reason Why — Honestly, So Did I
"I don't read any form of information attached to my material."
Thousands Of Gen Z'ers Are Taking To TikTok To Share Everything They're *Not* Buying, And It's Kinda Refreshing To See
"Under-consuming, or mindfully consuming, has allowed me to create a life for myself that feels a lot more relaxing and a lot more free."
"He Quietly Said, 'Check Her Background'": People Are Sharing The "Harmless" Skills That Might Not Look So Great From The Outside In, And They're So Accurate
"Most residential locks I find to be cheap and fairly easy to lock pick — not really difficult to get good at them..."
This AITA About A Deeply Awkward Workplace Encounter Escalates To The Point Where Everyone Thinks HR Should Get Involved, And I Have So Many Questions
Gather 'round the water cooler for some deeply disconcerting office drama.
Former Rich Kids Are Exposing Themselves And Their "Rude Awakenings," And They're Gasp-Inducing
"When I attended college, I was unaware of how to cleanse myself properly after using the toilet. There was no bidet, and I had never used toilet paper by myself."
Canadians Are Revealing What They'd Do If They Won The Lottery, And It's Truly The Most Interesting Thing I've Seen All Week
"Sell my house, move to a city on the Mediterranean Coast of Spain, France or Italy. Eat my winnings in cheese."
21 Major Differences Between School In The USA And Canada That Literally No One Talks About, But Are Actually Fascinating
I'll never understand the priority American schools place on sports. Like, we're here to learn, aren't we?
17 Trashy, Tacky, And Questionable Tourist Destinations That Some People Have Surprising Reasons For Loving
"It's one of my favorite cities, and I embrace its tackiness, grittiness, and elegance all at once. That's what makes it so unique."
People Are Sharing Popular Pieces Of Advice For College Students That Are Actually Toxic (And Other Tips That Are Seriously Game-Changing)
"While the intent here is good, doing this led me to experience extreme burnout. A much better piece of advice I would offer in its place is this..."
Rich Parents Are Sharing The “Final Straw” That Made Them Cut Off Their Spoiled Kids Financially, And Wow
"I cut my son off. He went to college and failed all of his classes. My other daughter, who is older, tried to tutor him. He offered to pay her to stop, using my bank account."
Tattoo Artists Are Spilling All The Secrets That Come With The Job
"When we advise you to reconsider a design, or flat out refuse to tattoo something on you, it's nine times out of 10 to protect you, not just to be an a—hole."
"The Guy Who Started Today Is Not The Guy We Interviewed": This Employee Is Wondering What They Should Do
"No one else seems to have noticed that it’s a completely different guy..."
People Are Sharing Telltale Signs That Someone Grew Up Poor, And They're Spot On
"I never saw it as strange until my husband asked why I was doing that."
A 37-Year-Old Woman Went Viral For "Fridgescaping" Her Refrigerator, And Depending On What You Think, You'll Either Find It "Horrifying" Or "Inspiring"
I never knew I needed a Beetlejuice -themed fridge until now...
Be 100% honest: If you won $50,000 today, what would you do with it?
Student loans, begone! (And then a sweet treat.)
Men Are Getting "Penis Filler" Injections To Make Their Dicks Thicker — Here's What It's Actually Like
I watched someone get 50 filler injections in his penis and scrotum. Here are allllll the answers to your questions, including how much it costs and how much girthier his penis actually got.
People Are Sharing The Most Shocking Instances Of Privilege They've Ever Witnessed
"She told me if I didn't pump for her, she wouldn’t buy me a coffee."
18 Jobs That Everyone ~Thinks~ They Want, But Are Actually Disappointing
Welp, there go my dreams of being a veterinarian.
People Are Sharing Their Stories Of "Financial Infidelity" And Opening Up About How Their Partners Misused Money
"I have epilepsy and went through a time where I was having a lot of seizures, which affected my memory. He would take money out of my purse, and when I noticed, he would lie and tell me I had spent it."
Someone Asked How To Spot A Toxic Workplace During Interviews, And The Responses Will Have You Shouting Amen Or WTF
"They ever say, 'We are family here.' F*****g run."
Everyone Has Soul Career That Their Heart Yearns For — Choose 10 Random Words To Find Out Yours
Interior design is my calling. 🛋️ 🖼️
17 Things That Are Definitely Privileges Even If You Don't Realize It
"Being able to call an ambulance without worrying about the bill afterward."
These Baby Names Are Thought To Exude "Quiet Luxury," But I Want To Know If You Would Ever Actually Consider Them For A Hypothetical Child
Will these names grow up to be the 1%?
Build Your Morning Routine And We'll Give You A Career Path To Consider
I know I'm not meant for a career that starts before 9 a.m.
