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Data shows rural disparities in traffic deaths

The Daily Yonder shares its analysis of federal highway data to reveal that rural counties have higher traffic death rates compared to their urban counterparts.

How to start an online business in 8 steps

LegalZoom explains how to start an online business, no matter your budget or skill set, in eight steps.

Using vacant commercial spaces as affordable artist studios is a win-win

Next City reports on how one group connects artists with spaces in otherwise vacant spots to bolster their careers, activating unused space in the process.

Managing your money

Why rising car insurance rates are outpacing inflation

Way.com provides context around rising car insurance rates in a post-pandemic world.

More drivers than ever are making $1,000+ auto loan payments

Experian explains why more drivers continue to make high auto loan payments despite falling interest rates and more dealer incentives.

AI for small business: The 7 tools you need to make work easier

NEXT explains the obstacles keeping small businesses from using AI tools and shares actionable ways they can, and should, be using them to stay ahead.

The states with the most new car dealerships may surprise you

The General used Bureau of Labor Statistics data to map new car dealerships by state, finding higher concentrations in central U.S. states.

How high schoolers can plan for post-college career paths in the age of AI

HeyTutor examined academic research and expert opinions to see how high schoolers can prepare for a world where artificial intelligence is everywhere.

5 surprising trends in car prices: What every buyer needs to know for Fall 2024

CoPilot shares the latest prices, sales, and inventory in the new and used car market.
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How to sell a car privately in 10 steps
CarGurus shares 10 steps to successfully sell your car privately.
How to apply for and get a business credit card in 3 easy steps
Ramp explains how to apply for a business credit card as a small business owner or emerging startup.
Autonomous vehicles: How safe are they?
Way.com delves into the data on autonomous vehicle testing growth and analyzes the current state of AV safety in California.
Corporate Transparency Act deadline looms: It's OK for small businesses to ask for help
LegalZoom surveyed more than 200 small business owners to understand their hesitations and obstacles in complying with the Corporate Transparency Act.
76% of teachers say strict cell phone bans boost student engagement: A closer look at classroom policies
Study.com shares insights from a survey of 1,000 educators surrounding the cell phone ban and its effects on student engagement.
From gold watches to luxury bags: Why some people are buying wearable investments
Is a bottle of Macallan 1926 a better investment than a bar of gold? The RealReal used Knight Frank data to explore wearable luxury investment trends.
Here's how the rise in e-commerce is impacting America's truck drivers
Truck Parking Club measured the growth in e-commerce and how freight haulers have had to adapt using Census, BLS, and Freight Analysis Framework data. 
Where veterans are buying the most homes
SmartAsset ranked the 40 largest metro areas based on demand among veteran homebuyers, using the most recently available mortgage data.
Where college students went in 2024
Lyft digs into the data to discover which college students are going to which destinations the most.
Hit-and-run car insurance claim: What happens to your insurance rate?
CheapInsurance.com explains what happens to your car insurance rates, the claims process, and how to protect yourself after a collision.

Modular construction is on the rise. Can it build high-quality affordable housing?

Next City reports on a Minneapolis housing authority's initiative to build affordable homes through modular construction and asks if it is a sign of things to come.

The parent report card: Teachers get an 'A.' The system? Not so much.

The 74 reveals that a new National Parents Union survey finds broad support for kids' teachers and principals but a well-established skepticism of larger institutions.

Commercial fire insurance: 10 tips to reduce the risk of fire at your business

NEXT explains what to know when looking for fire insurance and shares 10 tips to reduce the risk of fire at your business.

Regulatory shifts push European traders from CFDs to futures following the US

Benzinga covers the gradual transition to futures and options over CFDs in the European market as a result of the recent emergence of futures prop trading platforms.
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States most popular with Gen Z homebuyers
Spokeo analyzed data from the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act database to determine the states most popular among Gen Z homebuyers in 2023.
'Good jobs' will increasingly require a bachelor's degree
BestColleges reports on a study that indicates the bachelor's degree will increasingly become the gateway to good jobs in the 2030s.
The complete guide to employee expense reimbursement
Ramp takes a deep dive into the topic of expense reimbursements, with examples, strategies, and alternatives to apply to your business.
Interest rates are finally coming down this year. Here's what that means for 5 common investments.
Wealth Enhancement Group analyzed federal resources, including Fed research and FINRA guidance, to see what lower interest rates may mean for you.
The construction industry expects to add 157,000 jobs by 2032. Here's why.
Machinery Partner looked into the growing demand for construction industry workers over the next decade, identifying trends in demand and jobs needed.