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Ready for tax day 2023? Here’s what Americans spend their refund on

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:00:08 GMT

When it comes to the upcoming tax day 2023, Americans can’t really be divided between two polar opposites — people either get excited to do their taxes because they anticipate a refund, or they dread it because they’re pretty sure they’ll have to pay and the whole process is a pain, in the first place.For those who do get a refund, the question is: what to do with it? Here’s how Americans plan on spending their tax returns in 2023. Tax Day is on April 18, 2023 The majority of those who were surveyed will save their refunds.Knowing that there’s a recession, people all over the world are forced to spend more. What’s surprising, however, is that based on GOBankingRates’ survey, 25.75% of the Americans they asked said they’ll put their tax return into savings — and many financial advisors and economists also think that this is the best choice for where their refund should go.Unfortunately, the average amount of tax refunds is expected to drop by a few hundred dollars. ...

Finding Your Niche in Hollywood: Conversation with Antoinette Love Ransom

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:00:08 GMT

Photographer:  Daniel Morales / Makeup credit: Irene Kim / Clothing: Another Girl/ Hair: Alexis Rhoden owner of Chanel’s Hair Boutique“Don’t judge a book by its cover.” Is one of the many quips made by Hollywood Correspondent, Antoinette Love Ransom; known for her sultry style and energetic demeanor. Over the years, Antoinette has developed an impeccable work ethic, and has finally found her niche in Hollywood. Working hard is not foreign to Antoinette; she developed a great work ethic as a child. Attending the prestigious Actors Training Studio, educated Antoinette on the discipline of stage production, and acting. Like all struggling artists, she’s made more sacrifices than you could count. Leaving her hometown of Kansas City, Missouri to moving to Los Angeles in the early 2000s. This was not only intimidating but a culture shock. LA is the home of the most talented and eclectic artists from around the world, and the opportunities were slim.To be a Black woman in Hollywood i...

Boost Your Sales Career with Rob Crate: An Experienced Sales Professional’s Insightful Tips and Powerful Methodologies

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:00:08 GMT

The skills needed to excel at sales play a significant role in personal excellence in all aspects of life. Sales help one become a powerful negotiator, laying the foundation for impactful communication. That said, sales is also considered the most rewarding profession in the world. Tackling challenges in real time and the ability to make quick moves make this career exciting for the people pursuing it.Unfortunately, sales is not an art or skill based on theory that is taught in school.It is something that comes with experience and practical knowledge. Sales require more practical skills than theoretical ones. One with a creative mindset and powerful critical thinking capability can easily pursue this lucrative profession.Like any art, sales require years of practice, experience, and exposure. This profession is established over a delicate balance of persuasion, psychology, and comprehension of human nature.Rob Crate is a sales professional from London, Ontario, Canada, who is also a...

Choosing The Right Retirement Strategy in an Uncertain Economy

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:00:08 GMT

You already know the importance of saving for retirement throughout your working years. But if you’re not sure exactly how to do that, you aren’t alone.Most people would advise you to set aside a specific sum of money while making strategic investments. But where do you keep that sum? How do you create an investment strategy and invest without losing too much money? How do you make your hard-earned money grow over time?It’s Never Too EarlyRetirement planning might sound complex, but once you’ve set your retirement goals and developed a sound strategy for pursuing them, you can focus on putting away more money while giving your investments time to grow. It’s never too early to start!If you want to maximize your chances of creating a solid retirement fund to support you through your golden years, a qualified financial advisor can help you every step of the way.Your advisor will help you develop an investment strategy and set up annuities, IRAs, and other retirement accounts. With a co...

Lion’s Mane Vs Cordyceps

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:00:08 GMT

Mushrooms are definitely something not all of us are used to consuming. But did you know these little fungal organisms can provide several health benefits? Two of the most popular varieties are Lion’s Mane mushrooms and Cordyceps, both of which have gained a lot of attention due to their potential medicinal effects.According to research (1) findings, Medicinal Mushrooms (MMs), like these two varieties, contain bioactive compounds that can positively influence our body’s systems. From providing anti-inflammatory benefits to enhancing cognitive function and even supporting our immune systems – it’s no surprise why more and more people are turning to MMs. But with all the buzz about Medicinal Mushrooms, how do you know which ones to choose? This article will explore Lion’s Mane vs Cordyceps and compare their potential benefits, effects, and uses. We’ll also talk about when it makes sense to stack these two mushrooms together for maximum benefits. Let’...

Lion’s Mane Nootropic For ADHD : Does It Work?

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:00:08 GMT

ADHD is a common mental disorder that affects millions of children and adults worldwide. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 9.8 percent of children aged 3-17 have been diagnosed with ADHD in the U.S. For many, these symptoms can have a major impact on their daily lives.Many people with ADHD take medication to manage their symptoms, but there’s also a growing interest in non-drug treatments. Lion’s mane nootropic (also known as Lion’s Mane Mushroom extract) is one such natural remedy that has been gaining popularity in recent years.But does it really work? What does the research say?In this article, we’ll:explain what Lion’s Mane is and how it worksoutline the health benefits of this mushroom supplementdiscuss the symptoms and treatments for ADHDlook at whether Lion’s Mane can be taken for ADHDprovide dosing guidelines for those who want to try Lion’s Maneand answer common questions about taking this nootropic for ADHDLet’s di...

Valley Fair in San Jose adds merchants, hits record sales and visits

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:00:08 GMT

SAN JOSE — Westfield Valley Fair in San Jose has begun to attract visitors and retail activity at levels that top the big shopping mall’s trends prior to the outbreak of the coronavirus.The retail center is also going through a stretch where it is attracting merchants at a brisk pace, according to Sue Newsom, senior general manager with Westfield Valley Fair.After the opening of the popular Eataly Italian food hall at Valley Fair, the retail complex is preparing for the openings of other high-profile merchants.Plus, Valley Fair has achieved key benchmarks lately, the center’s officials say.Customers visit Eataly, an Italian food hall located at Westfield Valley Fair mall in San Jose, June 2022. (Dai Sugano/Bay Area News Group)“Our foot traffic has been exceptional,” Newsom said. “We now are way beyond our pre-COVID retail sales and foot traffic.”Valley Fair also climbed to a fresh pinnacle for visitors, as measured by foot traffic.̶...

Trial begins for Colorado stepmom accused of killing missing 11-year-old Gannon Stauch, dumping body in Florida

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:00:08 GMT

Gannon Stauch Jury selection began Monday in the murder trial of the Colorado Springs woman accused of killing her 11-year-old stepson and then driving across the country to dump his body in Florida.Letecia Stauch, 39, is charged with first-degree murder in the death of Gannon Stauch, who disappeared from the family’s Colorado Springs home on Jan. 27, 2020, prompting extensive searches for the boy. Letecia Stauch was the last person to see Gannon alive, and investigators believe she killed the boy in his bedroom while the two were home alone that afternoon.Gannon’s body was found in March 2020, inside a suitcase under a bridge near Pensacola, Florida. He had been shot in the jaw, stabbed in the chest and back, and suffered a skull fracture, authorities said. His body was wrapped in bedding from the family’s home, and bullets found in the suitcase appeared to have been fired from a gun kept in the family’s home, investigators previously testified.Stauch pleaded not guilty by rea...

Single family residence sells in Fremont for $1.5 million

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:00:08 GMT

4839 Sterling Drive – Google Street ViewA house located in the 4800 block of Sterling Drive in Fremont has a new owner. The 1,132-square-foot property, built in 1953, was sold on Feb. 9, 2023, for $1,500,000, or $1,325 per square foot. The property features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a garage. The unit sits on a 9,298-square-foot lot.These nearby houses have also recently been sold:In December 2022, a 1,900-square-foot home on Mattos Drive in Fremont sold for $1,610,000, a price per square foot of $847. The home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.A 1,492-square-foot home on the 4900 block of Sterling Drive in Fremont sold in July 2022, for $1,700,000, a price per square foot of $1,139. The home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.On Mattos Drive, Fremont, in August 2022, a 1,497-square-foot home was sold for $2,150,000, a price per square foot of $1,436. The home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. 

Two vacationing teens killed sledding down half-pipe at Colorado ski Resort

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:00:08 GMT

Two teenagers on spring break from Illinois were killed at Colorado’s Copper Mountain Ski Resort on Sunday evening after sledding down a half-pipe together and launching off a snowbank into the air.The teens, aged 17 and 18, “came down hard on the hard ice” below the half-pipe, according to a Summit County Sheriff’s Office statement, which said they experienced “blunt-force trauma.”They received immediate medical attention but could not be revived and were pronounced dead at the scene, the statement said.Summit County authorities on Monday weren’t able to say whether the half-pipe was closed. Sheriff’s deputies responded around 8:36 p.m., agency officials said.The two teens “were sliding on some sort of article together,” Sgt. Wanda Wilkerson said.Copper Mountain representatives said they were unable to comment.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Collision in San Jose injures two pedestrians Crime and Public Safety | 2 skiers killed in large late-win...