Discrimination against Black homeowners in the appraisal process: How to recognize it and what to do about it

Insider’s experts choose the best products and services to help make smart decisions with your money (here’s how). In some cases, we receive a commission from our our partners, however, our opinions are our own. Terms apply to offers listed on this page. Creating an appraisal report isn’t an exact science, which leaves room for…

The Fed’s interest rate hikes helped make this weekend’s $1.6 billion Powerball prize the largest lottery jackpot in US history

A man displays his Powerball lottery numbers after buying a ticket at a convenience store in Miami, November 2, 2022. Rebecca Blackwell/AP Photo This weekend’s $1.6 billion Powerball prize is the largest lottery jackpot in US history. The Federal Reserve’s interest rate hikes are a key reason the headline prize is so high. It makes…

Russia is reportedly asking Western countries to ease sanctions amid talks to extend the Black Sea grain export deal

REUTERS/Maxim Shemetov Russia is reportedly asking the West to exempt a key lender from sanctions, sources told Reuters. But a spokesperson from the European Commission told Reuters that sanctions already allow for the exemptions. The request came during talks to extend a deal that allows exports of Ukrainian gain from the Black Sea. Russia is…

12 Netflix hacks, tips, and tricks to get the most out of your subscription and customize your viewing experience

There are many Netflix hacks, tips, and tricks you can use to improve your viewing experience. Once you’ve picked the best Netflix plan, try setting up profiles to personalize your account. Netflix is available on dozens of different devices, and each app has its own features and secrets. If you’re interested in good, old-fashioned entertainment,…

Adidas might try to dig out of its Yeezy crisis with a new CEO in what could be a ‘first step toward better days’ for the embattled company

Former Puma CEO Bjørn Gulden Daniel Karmann/Getty Images Adidas is “in talks” with former Puma CEO Bjørn Gulden about becoming its next CEO. Investors responded favorably to the news, with Adidas shares climbing more than 20%. “We think this is one of the best hires they could make,” wrote a Wall Street analyst. Adidas shares…

15 open jobs at tech companies like Adobe, Amazon, and Microsoft that pay over $200,000

SDI Productions/Getty Images Insider compiled a list of 15 high-paying technology industry jobs that are open right now.  These jobs range from those at big-name businesses, like Adobe, to newer startups. From enterprise sales to VP of engineering, job seekers still have many roles to choose from. Workers across industries are nervous. And for good…