Jenny Kerr
Jenny Kerr
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Jenny Kerr writes about budgeting, debt, savings and everyday money decisions with a practical, reader-first approach. Her work helps households understand costs, tradeoffs and financial promises before small choices become expensive problems.
Latest articles by Jenny Kerr
NFL Preseason Debuts Highlight Rookie Impact and Team Decisions
The 2026 NFL preseason opened with rookies and new signings under pressure to deliver. Early performances could influence roster spots, contract negotiations, and team strategies as franchises weigh player development against financial commitments.
Trump Seeks Supreme Court Approval for $400M White House Ballroom
President Trump is asking the Supreme Court to greenlight a $400 million White House ballroom, arguing it is vital for security, despite lower court rulings requiring Congressional approval and ongoing legal challenges
DraftKings Offers 1-Month ESPN Unlimited Trial With $5 Bet
DraftKings is giving new sportsbook users a free month of ESPN Unlimited when they place a $5 bet, but eligibility rules and automatic renewal at $29.99 per month apply-here's what to know before signing up
Apple Ordered to Propose App Store Fees as Supreme Court Review Looms
A federal judge has denied Apple's request to pause fee calculations for alternative App Store payments, forcing the company to outline its proposed charges while the Supreme Court prepares to weigh in
OpenAI's Internal Email System Cuts Through Bureaucracy Fast
OpenAI's friction@ email lets employees flag internal roadblocks directly to top leadership, speeding up problem-solving and bypassing traditional corporate red tape as the company rapidly expands
Atlantic Tropical Systems Raise Insurance and Cost Concerns for Florida
Three developing tropical systems in the Atlantic are being tracked by meteorologists, but none currently pose a direct threat to Florida. Homeowners and insurers are watching closely as storm risks can quickly shift, impacting coverage and repair costs.
Taylor Farms Recalls Raise Food Safety Questions for U.S. Consumers
Recent recalls tied to Taylor Farms have affected lettuce and jalapeño products sold at major supermarkets and fast-food chains, highlighting the challenges consumers face in tracing the origins of fresh produce and the risks of foodborne illness
Severe Storms Disrupt Chicago Travel and Raise Insurance Risks
Tornado warnings and severe thunderstorms forced ground stops at Chicago's major airports, causing hundreds of flight cancellations and delays as insurers and residents brace for costly wind and flood damage
Storm Damage Raises Insurance and Repair Costs for Chicago Area
After tornadoes struck LaSalle and Lee counties, Chicago faces new severe weather threats that could drive up insurance claims, repair expenses, and local infrastructure costs as residents and businesses brace for more storms this week
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Raises Financial Risks for DMV Residents
A severe thunderstorm watch threatens the DMV with damaging winds, hail, and power outages, putting property, insurance claims, and local businesses at risk as storms intensify into the evening
Iran's Strait of Hormuz Gamble Raises Global Energy and Market Risks
Iran's push to control the Strait of Hormuz is driving up energy prices, straining its own economy, and creating new risks for U.S. markets and global trade as the conflict drags on
Netanyahu's Gaza Strategy Raises Questions for U.S. Policy and Markets
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's approach to Gaza is drawing scrutiny as U.S. policymakers and investors weigh the potential impact on regional stability, energy prices, and global financial markets
Trump's White House Ballroom Halted by Court Over Legal, Funding Fights
A federal appeals court has ordered President Donald Trump to pause construction on his controversial White House ballroom, raising questions about legal authority, taxpayer costs, and the project's future as it heads toward the Supreme Court
Elon Musk's Texas Chip Plant Faces Tax Debate and Supply Pressures
A $16.8 billion semiconductor facility planned by SpaceX and Tesla in Texas is drawing political scrutiny over tax policy and raising questions about U.S. chip supply as demand outpaces global production
NYC Homeowners Sue Over Public Release in Pied-à-Terre Tax Rollout
Three New York City homeowners are taking legal action against the city, claiming their primary residences were wrongly flagged for a new tax and their personal information was made public, raising privacy and compliance concerns
