Brooke Barley

Brooke Barley

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Brooke Barley is an LA-based writer whose work has appeared in numerous digital publications.

Expertise in

  • Banking
  • Credit Cards
  • Saving & Spending

"An investment in knowledge pays the best interest." --Benjamin Franklin

Latest Articles

Illinois Housing Market 2024: Prices Have Dropped in These 9 Cities

It's no secret home prices are going up in the U.S. Though prices are not rising as quickly and dramatically as they have in recent years, they're still reportedly projected to go up another 0.5% in...
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Housing Market 2024: 7 Pennsylvania Cities Where Prices Are Dropping

If you look around your neighborhood, it most likely seems like housing prices are only going up. That's true for the majority of the country, although not by as much as originally projected. The...
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Sam’s Club vs. Costco in Every State: Which Corners the Market?

Wholesale warehouses like Sam's Club and Costco require a membership to get in, so chances are, people are more loyal to one or the other. The stores are very similar: both offer deep discounts for...
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50 Safest Places To Retire in the US

There are many factors to consider when deciding where you want to retire, from affordability to the scope of amenities available to you.  Another issue that is often top of mind for retirees is...
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5 Most Overpriced Costco Items, According to Superfans

Though many customers flock to Costco for bulk deals, there are a few items that frequent shoppers will tell you are priced a little too high for what they're worth. For You: The Single Best Thing To...
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7 Home Items That Are Worth Paying More For

Furnishing your home can be costly. You might be tempted to look on sites that sell used furniture like Craigslist and OfferUp, or hey ... maybe even the street. That might be okay for some items, but...
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