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Ever since James Gunn became co-chairman and co-CEO of DC Studios, he decided to shake things up by ditching most of the established actors except for Margot Robbie in order to create a more unified DCU anchored by newer actors. The highest-profile actor to get the big red boot was Henry Cavill as Superman but now, after much hemming and hawing (including the cancellation of her third solo film), it looks like Gal Gadot is going to be replaced as Wonder Woman. We at Giant Freakin Robot recently conducted a poll on Twitter to see who fans wanted to replace Gadot as the famous Amazonian warrior, and Ana de Armas handily won the poll.

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Back when Wonder Woman was first being cast, many didn't know who Gal Gadot was until they discovered she'd be portraying the world's most famous Amazon onscreen (unless, of course, they were big fans of The Fast and the Furious films, of which Gadot starred in two franchise entries).

The same can't be said for Ana de Armas, who has been quietly establishing herself as a popular and reliable actor in some very high-profile genre films. This included starring in Blade Runner 2049 alongside Ryan Gosling as Joi, an ethereal holographic girlfriend quite possibly named after a kind of online video you might search for when you're lonely.

And even as everyone tries to figure out who is going to portray the next James Bond (we really did have our hearts set on Idris Elba), Ana de Armas has starred alongside previous Bond star Daniel Craig on two different occasions. She starred as Marta Cabrera in the popular Rian Johnson film Knives Out, and she later reunited with Craig to star in No Time to Die as Paloma, a CIA intelligence operative.

In other words, she knows how to handle her own in blockbuster movies and is a natural when it comes to action scenes, both of which would be assets if she took the role of Wonder Woman after Gal Gadot hangs up the blue panties.

In fact, one of the few things that might make Ana de Armas a poor replacement for Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman is her age. As of this writing, Ana de Armas is only 34 years old, but Gunn seems to be focusing on casting younger actors who can headline these tentpole superhero movies for another decade or more.

Gal Gadot was 31 when she first appeared as Wonder Woman and has now effectively been retired from the role at the tender age of 37. So Ana de Armas being only three years younger than the woman she might replace could be a problem for Gunn and his vision of the DCU.

Regardless of whether Ana de Armas ever replaces Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, we can agree that both women have very impressive film resumes and some awesome projects around the corner. For example, Gadot will be starring as Cleopatra in a movie of the same name as well as playing the Evil Queen in a live-action version of the Disney hit Snow White.

And de Armas will appear alongside Chris Evans in Ghosted and alongside both Keanu Reeves and Norman Reedus in Ballerina. No Lasso of Truth is needed to make us say that each of these actors has a bright future ahead of them, but should either want to tie us up, well…we wouldn't necessarily object.

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Published by Greensprout Experts | 9/12/22

Avoid these 5 Credit Card Mistakes in 2023

It is almost the end of 2022 and credit card APRs have hit record highs in recent months. As we transition into 2023, it is important to make sure that you are positioning yourself to save the most money while using your cards, and avoid getting hit with higher fees.

Try Not to Carry a Balance

This might seem like a common sense rule, but many credit card users still carry a balance on cards that they could actually afford to pay off. This is a primary source of income for the card issuing company.

With the current high APRs, it is essential that you pay off your balance in full every month if you can afford to do so. This might mean tightening up your monthly budget around other items, but it will help you avoid wasting money on interest charges.

Don't Exceed 30% of Your Credit Limit

Unlike the above example, if you aren't able to completely pay off your credit card each month, it is important to at least keep your balance below 30% of your credit limit.

Experts generally agree that going above 30% will have a negative impact on your credit utilization ratio, and therefore on your credit score. Staying under 30% will help any future borrowing you might need to make, whether it be a home, auto or personal loan.

Choose Your Intro Offers Carefully

Introductory offers are usually the most valuable offers that a card issuer provides. If you are applying for a new card, make sure to consider how the introductory offer can benefit your specific situation.

For example, if you quality for a card with 0% introductory APR, it could be incredibly helpful using it to transfer a balance from a card with a high APR in order to save on interest. Be sure to check the rules for each card to make sure you can use it for the intended purpose.

Don't Be Late

This might be the simplest tip, but it always needs reiterating. If you carry a balance, make sure you pay on time to avoid late fees. Setting up an automatic payment with your credit card company or via your bank is a great way to avoid late fees.

Check if your card has an annual fee (most do) or monthly fee, and calculate whether that fee is worthwhile compared to the benefits you get from using that card. It might be beneficial to change the card you use if the benefits do not outweigh the fees.

Use the Right Card at the Right Time

If you know that you are going to be carrying a balance due to your purchase, you should prioritize using a card with low or 0% APR to minimize your interest charges while you pay it off.

On the other hand, if you can afford to pay off your credit card in full before the end of the month, then it would benefit you more to use a card with high rewards such as travel or cash back bonuses.

If you are traveling abroad, try to use a card that has no overseas transaction fees.

Published by Greensprout Experts | 1/16/23

Tax Season Is Over, But Watch Out For These Phishing Scams

While tax season is over for most individuals, the IRS warns that scammers are still attempting brazen scams targeting those who are awaiting their returns or filing late.

Personal information and identity theft are generally the goal of these scammers, hoping to gain access to your information. Once they've attained it, the criminals can use your information for such things as filing fraudulent returns, filing for unemployment benefits, claiming stimulus bonuses, and more.

IRS Commissioner Chuck Rettig was quoted as saying, "If you are surprised or scared by a call or text, it's likely a scam, so proceed with extreme caution. I urge everyone to verify a suspicious email or other communication independently of the message in question."

There are three primary methods the scammers often use to gain your information.

Phone scams

Victims might receive a phone message informing them that they might be subject to any number of threats if they do not reply, including contacting law enforcement, deportation, revocation of licenses, or even a warrant for arrest.

Criminals have sophisticated software that can fake the origin of the call, making it appear as if it came from a legitimate IRS office, law enforcement, or other government office.

The IRS states that it does not leave such pre-recorded messages, nor any type of threats.

The IRS will never call to demand immediate payment, especially using methods such as a prepaid debit card, gift card, or wire transfer, nor will it ask for credit card or debit card information over the phone.

Likewise, the IRS will not threaten to immediately bring in law enforcement or demand that taxes be paid without offering the opportunity to appeal and officially verify the amount owed.

Email scams

Scammers can also fake the origin of an email, making it appear as if the email comes from the IRS, even using official logos and credentials. However, the IRS warns that it does not initiate contact via email to request financial or personal information and asks that you immediately report such an email by sending it as an attachment to phishing@irs.gov.

Text/SMS scams

Scammers send what appear to be official-looking messages directly to victims' smartphones, frequently referencing topics such as a stimulus payment or COVID stimulus check. The message will often contain a link, which might look official, but the IRS states that it does not use text messages to discuss personal tax issues, especially regarding bills or refunds. Nor will it send such messages via social media. If you receive such a message, the IRS asks that you do not click on any links and that you take a screenshot and send it to phishing@irs.gov.

The IRS states that it generally begins any communication via standard mail and that you should be aware of any of the above methods.

Published by Greensprout Experts | 9/20/22

5 Ways You Can Benefit From A Balance Transfer In 2023

A balance transfer credit card can be a powerful tool for managing debt and improving your financial situation. These cards allow you to transfer high-interest debt from other credit cards to a card with a lower interest rate, which can save you a significant amount of money in interest charges over time. In this article, we'll explore some of the top benefits of using a balance transfer credit card.

Pay off debt faster: One of the most significant benefits of a balance transfer credit card is the ability to pay off debt faster. By transferring your high-interest credit card debt to a card with a lower interest rate, you can pay more of your monthly payment towards the principal balance of the debt, rather than just paying interest charges. This can help you to pay off your debt more quickly and become debt-free sooner.

Lower monthly payments: Another benefit of balance transfer credit cards is the ability to lower monthly payments. Since the interest rate on the balance transfer card is typically lower than the interest rate on the original credit card, you will have lower monthly payments, which can make it easier for you to afford to pay off your debt.

Improve credit scores: A balance transfer credit card can also help to improve your credit score. When you pay off debt and reduce the amount of credit you are using, your credit score will increase. This can open up more opportunities for you in the future, such as being approved for a mortgage or a car loan at a better rate.

Interest rate reductions: Many balance transfer credit cards offer an introductory interest rate deal for the balance transfer, which can be significantly lower than the rate on the original card, this can help you to save hundreds or even thousands of dollars on interest charges over the life of the debt.

Financial flexibility: A balance transfer credit card can provide a financial breathing room for those in a tight spot, allowing them to tackle high-interest credit card debt, student loans or other financial challenges. With a balance transfer credit card, you can consolidate your debt into one manageable monthly payment which can help you to avoid late fees and penalties.

Credit limit increase: When you successfully pay off a balance transfer credit card, your credit limit may increase, this can lead to increased financial flexibility.

It's worth noting that balance transfer credit cards are not a cure-all solution, and they are not the right choice for everyone. They usually come with fees and if not handled correctly, the balances can grow again and put you deeper in debt. It's very important to read the terms and conditions of the credit card carefully before signing up.

In addition, consumers should be aware that balance transfer credit cards typically have a "transfer limit," which is the maximum amount that can be transferred to the card. It's important to transfer enough to cover the high-interest debt, but not so much that you will be unable to pay off the balance within the promotional period.

In conclusion, a balance transfer credit card can be a powerful tool for managing debt and improving your financial situation. They allow you to transfer high-interest debt to a card with a lower interest rate, which can help you to pay off debt faster, lower monthly payments, improve your credit score and provide financial flexibility. With balance transfer credit cards, you can consolidate your debt into one manageable monthly payment which can help you to avoid late fees and penalties.

Published by Greensprout Experts | 1/20/23

IRS Warning To Job Seekers: Beware Of Job Scams

With many Americans facing unemployment or reduced wages following the COVID-19 pandemic, scammers have taken advantage by preying upon those looking for new jobs.

This June, the IRS issued a press release warning of a scam that is becoming more and more common.

The scam revolves around jobs posted on social media, where making a post is easy and has the ability to target a large audience.

The scammers post highly attractive job positions, hoping to lure in victims just hoping to land a lucrative position. Once the victim contacts the scammers to apply for the job, the scammers seek to gain personal information that would normally be submitted during a job interview.

The IRS warns that this information can be used by the scammers at the victim's expense in numerous criminal ways, including filing fraudulent tax returns that could affect the victim in the future. Scammers might also use the information to file for unemployment benefits in the victim's name.

Red flags to watch out for are high salaries that don't appear to coincide with the market average or the experience level, unprofessional communication, a highly flexible schedule, any benefits that seem "too good to be true," and any job requesting a payment of some kind.

Job seekers are warned to be cautious and aware of any red flags to avoid becoming victims of these scams.

Published by Greensprout Experts | 10/20/22

8 Ways to Quickly Boost Your Credit Score

Use these simple tips to quickly raise your credit score and increase your chance of approval for future loans and credit cards.

Raising your credit score is a win-win scenario, regardless of where your score stands now. If you have a low to moderate credit score, these tips can help you see a significant increase in it. If you already have good to excellent credit, it doesn't hurt to boost your score even more if you haven't already tried these methods.

1. Understand your credit utilization.

Credit utilization refers to the percentage of your credit limit that you are using. For example, if your card has a $10,000 limit and you currently have $2,500 in balance, then you are at 25% credit utilization.

The rule of thumb is to try to never exceed 30% credit utilization. Now, that doesn't mean you cannot use your credit card for a large purchase that might exceed 30%; however, you should try to pay down the balance below 30% before your card issuer makes their monthly report to the credit bureaus, which happens when your monthly billing cycle ends. Research has found that people with the highest credit scores average less than 7% credit utilization across their cards.

2. Make your payments on time.

One of the most damaging things to a credit score is late payment. In fact, a late payment can negatively impact your credit report for as long as 7.5 years. It is critical that you make your payments on time, and if you must make a payment late, then work as hard as you can to get the account paid up as soon as possible. If your payment is late by only a short amount of time, you can always call the creditor and request that it not be reported. The creditor won't always comply, but it is worth trying.

3. Clear up any collections you have.

If you have any old accounts in collection that show up on your credit report, investigate them immediately. Sometimes the accounts are simply mistakes and can be cleared up and removed from your report. Other times, they are accounts that you forgot you had but you are still responsible for. If you have such accounts, contact the collection agency to stop reporting them as debts once they are paid off, and pay them off as soon as you can.

4. Increase your credit limit.

If you qualify for a credit limit increase, it will instantly reduce your credit utilization percentage (assuming your balance stays the same). You will likely quality for a credit limit increase if your income has increased and/or your credit score has improved since you initially applied for your card. Once your limit increases, resist the urge to spend more and try to keep your credit utilization percentage as low as possible.

5. Piggyback on someone else's good credit.

Do you have a family member, relative, or friend with exceptional credit, a high credit limit, or a long history of on-time payments? If so, then you can greatly benefit by being added as an "authorized user" to one of their cards. Of course, this requires a significant amount of trust between yourself and the owner of the card; however, the card owner doesn't actually need to give you a card for you to benefit from this method, so there is minimal risk to them. Just being named as an authorized user of their card will extend their credit limit to be used in your credit utilization calculation, and a history of good payments will further benefit your score.

6. Fix errors on your report.

Once you have your credit reports in hand, carefully examine any and all accounts that are lowering your score. Sometimes mistakes are made, such as a payment marked late when you can prove that it was actually made on time. Clearing up small mistakes like this can help increase your score. Other types of mistakes might happen when someone with the same or a similar name accidentally has their activity reported under your name. Clear up any mistakes you find as soon as possible.

7. Report your rent and utility payments.

Not every credit scoring model considers rent payments, but some do. You can use a rent reporting service to include your rent payments on your credit report. Even if this does not directly increase your score, it helps when a potential lender sees a record of on-time payments. In addition to rent, Experian Boost can report payments to your phone, utility, and other monthly payments from your bank account, which in turn can help increase your score under certain scoring systems and establish additional payment history for potential lenders.

8. Get a secured credit card.

This method is generally used by people who are building credit for the first time or who have low to bad credit and are trying to build it back up. A secured card means you put up a cash deposit to "secure" the card, which is held by the lender. Then, you use the card just as you would any other card, with all the same rules regarding credit utilization and making on-time payments still applying. This can help you establish a good payment history when you are just getting started.

The lower your credit score, the more significant an increase the methods discussed here will have on it. And even if you have good credit, it never hurts to improve it, so use all these tips to your advantage.

Published by Greensprout Experts | 12/16/22

5 Must Have Budgeting Apps

Many of us have a lot of expenses, ranging from house bills to phone bills, grocery bills, insurance bills and miscellaneous expenses. Staying organized and up to date with all of your regular expenses can be quite the task. It is important for everyone to have some sort of budgeting structure to build and maintain financial stability. A budget is not only beneficial on a day-to-day basis either; it's also beneficial to have a budget structure long term. In this article, we are going to go over some of the top recommended and easy-to-use budgeting apps you must have, starting with Truebill.

Truebill

With the majority of platforms adopting a subscription-based format in recent years, it is hard to know exactly which ones you are currently subscribed to. Truebill tackles this problem by finding recurring payments, which makes it easy to cancel them. On average, Truebill saves its users around $720 annually, or $60 dollars per month. Truebill does take 40% of the money it saves you, but if it can't lower your bill it's completely free. You can also use its Smart Savings feature to open a savings account and then automatically add to it by analyzing your account and finding the best times to allocate money to your savings.

Simplifi (By Quicken)

Simplifi's goal is directly aligned with its name: creating an easy, user-friendly way to take control of your finances and establish a budget. Simplifi links to over 14 thousand financial institutions, including credit card accounts, banking institutions, investment brokers, loans and more. It allows you to get a full picture of where your finances are allocated and gives you the option to establish budgets based on different finance goals. Simplifi gives its users access to a wealth of analytics and insights, such as income and outflow projections. Simplifi by Quicken is an affordable subscription-based service with monthly and annual payment options. The monthly option is $5.99, and the one-time bill is $47.99 annually, an average of just $3.99 per month.

Digit

Digit is another automated savings platform with a few more bells and whistles. On average, it saves its users over $2000 annually and rewards you with a 0.5% bonus on your savings every 90 days. As far as budgeting goes, Digit uses machine learning to determine how much money you need for bills and what is safe for spending. Instead of budgeting this money all at once, it breaks your budgeting up into smaller amounts over the course of the month to ensure you have a little breathing room. It's as simple as making the deposit, checking inflows and outflows and then determining what is left for you to spend. For investors, there are also guided ETF investment options that are based on your risk tolerance. Digit also has a debit card, with fee free access to 55k+ Allpoint ATMs. The Digit Debit card will never spend what is set aside for your bills, and it is FDIC certified up to 250k. When you sign up with digit, you get a 30-day free trial. After that, it's only $5 a month for a tool that helps you save, bank, budget and invest.

Mvelopes

Mvelopes is an old savings and budgeting concept reimagined. Instead of leaving your cash in an envelope and allowing it to consistently lose value due to inflation, you can have a digital envelope that links to your banking institution accounts and credit card companies so you don't have to give up rewards like cash back benefits, all while getting paid interest on your money. There are three plan options, Basic, Premier and Plus, which vary in price and features based on your specific needs.

If you just want to organize your finances in a digital envelope, the Basic $5.97 monthly plan is right up your alley. Looking to get a custom debt strategy from Mvelopes? The Premier plan, which costs $9.97 monthly, might be more your speed. The Premier plan also gives you access to an educational portal that has learning resources on a variety of topics, including financial awareness, eliminating debt and how to get ahead. Even better, it comes with a 30-day free trial. Finally, the Plus plan includes a quarterly meeting with a finance trainer, so you can get face-to-face, 1-on-1 assistance. It costs $19.97 monthly.

Pocketguard

Pocket guard was selected as one of the top money apps for college students for 2022. With one of the simplest and user-friendly interfaces, you won't have to spend much time to get a good understanding of your finances. You can categorize your savings accounts using hashtags, allowing you to instantly add a transaction to a specific hashtag. Pocketguard also provides you with ways to lower your bills and even helps you negotiate for lower rates. You can get a full picture view of your spending by linking to banking institutions, credit cards, investment accounts and active loans. Pocketguard will also inform you of the amount you can spend safely considering your upcoming bills and overhead. You can see all of your accounts in one place and how close you are to reaching your financial goals.

In this article we have gone over 5 apps that can help you learn about budgeting, start a budget and reach your budgeting goals. All 5 of these apps are great, and each has unique features and benefits. It's about finding the right app for your financial needs. For more information, click on any of the titles listed below.

Published by Greensprout Experts | 12/20/22

What Is A Cash Advance And Can You Avoid The Fees?

Even in this day and age, there are still times when only cash will work, for instance, at many small vendors or markets or when buying secondhand items. Once in a while you might find yourself in a situation where you simply need cash but don't have enough in your bank account. Maybe you are waiting on a check payment to clear or for a salary direct deposit, but you need some cash immediately. These are common situations in which people use a cash advance.

What exactly is a cash advance?

To put it simply, a cash advance is using your credit card to buy cash instead of a product or service. It's a quick and easy way to use your credit card to get a cash loan.

Most credit card companies won't let you take your entire credit line as a cash advance, so keep that in mind. Many of them have set maximums, so you might only be able to get a few hundred dollars unless you have stellar credit. Remember that a cash advance is meant for emergency situations, not as an alternative to a loan.

How do I get a cash advance?

Getting a cash advance is easy. If you have a PIN set for your credit card, you can get cash advances directly from an ATM. If you don't have a PIN, you can still get a cash advance at a bank that services the type of credit card you are using.

What is so bad about cash advances?

So let's talk about the downsides: cash advance fees and interest! Many credit card companies charge a flat fee up to a certain amount and then a percentage after that. For example, a common cash advance fee structure is "$10 or 5%, whichever is greater." So, if you get a cash advance of $500, it would cost you $25 in fees.

There is also the possibility of ATM or bank fees. These are charged by the company that issues the cash advance, for instance, the owner of the ATM or bank you use.

Interest is another expensive aspect of a cash advance. Most times, the interest rate for cash advances is much higher your normal rate, and it can start accruing immediately rather than on your next billing cycle.

With some credit cards, you can be charged a cash advance fee for cash-equivalent transactions. These are transactions that are treated like a cash advance even though you haven't taken out cash from an ATM. For example, you'll be charged a cash advance fee if you use your credit card as overdraft protection, purchase a money order, put money on a reloadable gift card, buy lottery tickets, or send money to another person. The fee for cash-equivalent transactions may be different from the regular cash advance fee.

Can I avoid cash advance fees?

First, we'd like to say that cash advances are only meant for emergency situations and should not be used on a regular basis. If you ever find yourself in a situation where you think you need to use a cash advance, here are some helpful tips to consider.

The bottom line is, you can't avoid the fees. Even if you use your credit card to send money through an online P2P transfer, the credit company will consider it a cash advance and charge you the relevant fees.

Here are some alternatives you should consider:

Borrow it - Ask a family member or friend or even your boss if you can borrow the money, as long as you're sure you can pay it back promptly.

Paycheck advance - There are apps that can give you cash for your paycheck early, but of course they also take a piece. Even so, this could still be better than a cash advance.

Personal loan - If the fees and/or interest rates are lower and you can qualify, then this is a better way to get cash quickly.

P2P loan - Peer-to-peer loans are a relatively new method, and fees/interest rates can vary. Make sure to check the fine print.

Payday loan - While this is a legitimate alternative, we do not recommend it because the fees and interest can be sky high.

Published by Greensprout Experts | 12/27/22

What Is Inflation?

In economic term, the word inflation means "a general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money."

We use the term inflation when talking about the cost of products and anything that is related to the general public as well as government matters. In other words, you could think about inflation as "how much is my money actually worth?"

Causes of Inflation

Inflation means a general price increase, or rather, a reduction in the purchasing power of your money.

The topic of inflation is complex because there are various causes of inflation, and they can all be happening at the same time to various degrees. We will cover the principal causes:

Demand-Pull Inflation - This type of inflation is caused by increased consumer demand, and it is generally a long-term effect. If there is a continual increasing demand for products and services, their price generally increases. This can trickle down to other related goods and services needed to create whatever is in demand, and therefore prices start to increase across the board.

Cost-Push Inflation - When demand stays the same but the actual cost of the production of goods (such as raw materials or employee salaries) increases, the cost of these goods rise at the consumer level. In turn, fewer of these goods are also produced, so there is less supply. While this type of inflation is mostly caused by raw goods, such as precious metals and employee salaries, it can also be caused by natural disasters that impact the cost of commonly used products.

Expansionary Fiscal Policy - When the government reduces taxes, businesses and individuals tend to spend more. When banks lower interest rates, more businesses and individuals borrow money to spend. Both of these situations can lead to demand-pull inflation.

The Housing Market - When demand for housing increases, it can cause a large increase in demand for related products (raw materials) and labor on a nationwide scale. The increased demand results in increased prices, both for the houses themselves and for everything related to them.

How does inflation affect your money?

In simple terms, as inflation rises, your money is worth less than it was the day before.

The cost of almost everything goes up, but the amount of money you have stays the same. Therefore, you are not able to buy the same amount of goods and services that you are used to. This is seen as a decrease in your standard of living.

You'll either have to spend more to live in the way in which you are accustomed, or you'll have to cut back on you spending to keep within the same budget.

When is inflation considered good?

It might sound counter-intuitive, but inflation can be good in some ways. Generally speaking, if you owe large amounts of money (like a mortgage or business loan) then inflation can be a good thing for you. When inflation increases, salaries also tend to increase. The rate of increase often does not match the rate of inflation, but it can still end up being a benefit, particularly for those with fixed rates on their loans.

In addition, when consumers expect prices to rise (as in demand-pull inflation), they tend to spend immediately before prices go up further, thereby boosting economic growth.

Keep in mind that the alternative to inflation, deflation, is often much worse for the economy. It is generally accepted that a slow steady increase in inflation is good for the economy.

When is inflation considered bad?

When the rate of inflation outpaces the increase in wages, that is the "bad" type inflation that people start to worry about because it reduces the standard of living.

This is sometimes referred to as the "wage–price spiral." When inflation rises quickly, the price of goods increases. Workers worry about the rising costs and therefore demand higher wages. In turn, higher wages make everything cost more, so the prices of goods and services increase even further, and the vicious cycle repeats itself.

When inflation gets out of hand, drastic measures are usually taken to slow it down, and this often results in a recession.

Hopefully, you now have a better understanding of inflation and how it affects your purchasing power.

Published by Greensprout Experts | 10/24/22

Increase Your Chances for Credit Card Approval

Entering your information and clicking "Apply" is easy, but it doesn't always mean you are going to get approved. In this short guide, we'll cover a few key factors that can greatly increase your chances of getting approved for the card you want.

Get Your Score

There are 3 agencies that report credit scores: Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. To further complicate the situation, there are 2 primary types of scoring being used today: the FICO Score and VantageScore. FICO is older, more widely used, and the primary score used for mortgage lending; however, VantageScore is also gaining widespread use.

You are entitled to 1 free report annually directly from the scoring agencies; however, this report is not always as detailed as many consumers want. Additionally, most people want to check their scores more often than just once a year to keep an eye on potential changes and know exactly where they are before applying for a loan or credit card. You can get full access to your score and report HERE.

Understand Your Score

As you probably already know, the primary factor in getting an approval is your credit score. While there are multiple credit scoring systemsóeach of which might calculate your score a bit differently, depending on which one you checkólenders and credit card companies generally classify credit score into 1 of the following 4 categories:

* Bad credit: 300-629

* Average credit: 630-689

* Good credit: 690-719

* Excellent credit: 720 and above

The better the credit card is that you're applying for, the higher your credit score generally needs to be in order to get approved. A rating of Excellent should qualify you for almost every card, while a score of Good qualifies you for many. If your score is on the borderline between 2 categories, you might want to wait to apply until you can bump it up into the next bracket to increase your chances of approval.

On the other hand, don't lose hope if you have bad credit. There are special cards designed specifically for people with bad credit to help them build up their scores. These cards might come with higher rates or more prerequisites, but they are a great way for you to start building your score. Then, after you've raised your score, you can apply for a better card.

Raise Your Score

There are 3 key factors to increasing your credit score over time: payments, balances, and debt.

1. Payments

Making payments such as your mortgage payment, auto loan, or credit card payment on time is the primary way for you to build good credit. The longer you continue to make your payments on time, the more your score will increase. Always try to avoid making a late payment, as this will negatively impact your score.

2. Balances

Even if you make all your payments on time, you could be declined for a new card if your balances are too high on your existing cards. In fact, your balance can account for 30% of your credit score. As a rule of thumb, try to keep your running balance under 30% of each card's credit limit. For instance, if your card has a $1,000 credit limit, don't let the end-of-month balance exceed $300.

3. Debt

In addition to credit card balances, other debt is a factor when it comes to being approved. If you've recently taken on new debt like a mortgage or auto loan, it might impact your chances of being approved for a new card. Applying for too many lines of credit close together will hurt your chances of approval.

Report All Your Income

While your credit score is the primary factor in getting approved, lenders also have to consider your ability to pay off any credit you might use on your new card. As mentioned before, debt is an important part of calculating approval, and credit card issuers use a debt-to-income ratio to determine your ability to make payments.

You should never overstate your income; however, you do want to be as accurate as possible, and that means including all potential sources of income in addition to your full-time job. Many people do not realize this, but applicants 21 and older can use their "household income" in addition to their personal income on their credit card application. This means you can include not only your income but also that of your spouse or partner. This can greatly increase your chances of getting approved.

Conclusion

No one likes getting their credit card application denied. However, the knowledge you gained from this article should be enough to prepare you to increase your chances of being approved on your next application.

Published by Greensprout Experts | 9/24/22

5 Ways Your Credit Score Can Help Build Your Wealth

Having a good credit score is crucial for many aspects of financial life, from getting approved for a loan or credit card to qualifying for a mortgage or a rental agreement. A credit score is a three-digit number that represents an individual's creditworthiness, and it's based on a variety of factors such as payment history, credit utilization, and length of credit history. In this article, we will explore some of the benefits of increasing your credit score.

Better loan and credit card terms: One of the most significant benefits of having a good credit score is that it can help you qualify for better loan and credit card terms. Lenders and credit card companies tend to offer the most favorable terms, such as lower interest rates and higher credit limits, to borrowers with good credit.

Lower interest rates: With a good credit score, you will be seen as a lower-risk borrower, and this can lead to lower interest rates on loans and credit cards. Lower interest rates can save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars over the life of a loan or credit card balance.

Access to more credit: Lenders and credit card companies are more likely to approve credit applications from individuals with good credit. This means that you will have more options when it comes to loans, credit cards, and other credit products.

Ability to make large purchases: A good credit score will make it more likely that you will be approved for larger loans or credit lines. This can give you the ability to make large purchases such as buying a house, or car.

Better insurance rates: insurance companies use credit information to rate applicant's risk. Having a good credit score can lead to lower insurance rates.

Greater financial flexibility: With a good credit score, you will have more options when it comes to borrowing money, making large purchases, and managing your finances. This can give you greater financial flexibility and help you achieve your financial goals.

Protection from Identity theft: A good credit score will alert you if there are any suspicious activities or credit inquiries that you are not aware of. This can help you to detect and prevent identity theft.

It's important to note that increasing your credit score takes time and effort. The process can include making sure that your credit reports are accurate, paying your bills on time, and keeping your credit utilization low. Avoid applying for too many credit at the same time, this can cause your score to temporarily drop and will raise flags with lenders and credit card companies.

Additionally, Keep in mind that credit scores are not the only factors that lenders take into account when evaluating loan and credit card applications. Income, job history, and other factors also play a role. However, having a good credit score can help you to get the best terms and rates available.

In conclusion, having a good credit score can bring a lot of benefits to your financial life. It can help you qualify for better loan and credit card terms, lower interest rates, access to more credit, ability to make large purchases and even better insurance rates. It can also give you greater financial flexibility and protection against identity theft. To achieve a good credit score takes time, effort and discipline, but the benefits it brings are worth it.

Published by Greensprout Experts | 10/28/22

A Simple Guide to Debt Consolidation

Being under a mountain of multiple debts can seem like an impossible obstacle to tackle. Thanks to debt consolidation, however, there are options you can use to make this battle more manageable. Read on to learn more.

What Is Debt Consolidation?

To put it simply, debt consolidation takes multiple debts you owe payments on and wraps them up into a single debt. For example, if you have multiple credit cards and other typically high-interest types of debt that each have different amounts and interest rates, you can consolidate them all into one debt with one rate and one payment. This can be an incredibly helpful option for borrowers who are able to repay their debts but would like to simplify their repayments and/or attain a better interest rate on multiple debts at once.

What Types of Debt Consolidation Are Available?

There is more than one way to consolidate debt, but generally, the following 2 ways are the most common:

0% interest credit card: There are various credit cards that offer a 0% interest with balance transfer. This type of card is ideal for debt consolidation because it allows you to transfer your outstanding balances from other higher-interest debts into a single card with 0% interest. Not all cards allow balance transfers, so be sure to check before applying. However, there are 2 things you should know. First, you'll most likely need a good or excellent credit score (690 or better) to qualify for this type of card, and second, these cards are to be used for a promotional period of time, so pay close attention and pay off your debt before the 0% period ends. If you can do that, you'll save yourself a bundle.

Debt consolidation loan: Just like any other type of loan, the better your score is, the better the rate of a debt consolidation loan will be. With this loan type, you can generally find a fixed-rate loan with a lower interest rate than the multiple debts you are paying off. Use the loan funds to pay off your high-interest debts, and voilaóyou now have a single, lower-interest payment to make your life easier and help you repay your debts faster.

Home equity loan: Much like a debt consolidation loan, a home equity loan can be used to consolidate debt at a better rate. However, this option is risky because you are staking your home on your ability to repay the loan. So, make sure that the terms are within your means to repay.

401(k) loan: If you have a substantial amount of retirement savings invested in your 401(k), you might be permitted to take out a loan against it that could have a lower rate than your current, multiple debts. Just like a home equity loan, however, this strategy carries risk, as defaulting on your 401(k) loan payments can have drastic consequences for your retirement. So, use this option only if it makes sense in your situation and with your ability to repay.

Should I, or Shouldn't I?

When it comes to debt consolidation, there are a few basic questions to ask yourself to determine whether this is something you should do.

Debt consolidation might be a smart move for you if your monthly income is more than enough for you to consistently make on-time payments, and you have confidence that it will continue to stay that way for the remaining period required to pay off the debt consolidation within the required term.

If your debt payments are already beyond 50% of your monthly gross income or you have a problem with excessive spending, then debt consolidation is probably not going to be helpful; instead, you should look into more specific forms of debt relief. There are custom-tailored debt relief programs for situations like this.

Likewise, if you can already pay off your debts in a short period of time at the current rate (say less than a year), then the effort to consolidate is probably not worth the amount you will save. Everyone's situation is different, so you will need to consider your options and see which path is the right one for you.

Published by Greensprout Experts | 1/04/23

A Simplified Guide To Microinvesting

What is Micro-Investing?

Micro-investing is the act of making small investments of either a few dollars or a few cents at a time, sporadically or consistently. It is typically done by new investors, who are seeking to get their feet wet in the world of investing. Micro-investing is a great way to get immersed in investing and gain a better understanding of it overall with significantly less risk. You can put forgettable amounts of money away on a consistent basis to allow your portfolio to grow and compound over time. Before you know it, you might open up your investment app of choice and be surprised at what that spare change did for you in comparison to putting it in a piggy bank. Below, you can read about 6 of the best apps for getting started in micro-investing.

Stash

Stash is the first micro-investing platform we will be going over today. Stash serves as an easy entrance into stock trading and investing while also offering education tools so users can learn as they invest. You can invest in a variety of different ways depending on your membership, including stocks, fractional shares, ETF's, bonds, and more. Even better, you can also start micro-investing with that spare pocket change thanks to Stash's round up feature. Stash features 3 subscription plans, priced at $1, $3, and $9 a month. There are a few key differences in the plans. The $3 membership gives you access to a few more investment options, such as traditional and Roth IRA's, while the $9 membership gives you 2x stock-back shopping rewards. You also get $10,000 in life insurance for free provided by Avibra.

Acorns

Acorns is known for being one of the easiest investment platforms to utilize. Acorns has 2 features that make saving and investing effortless. First, the round ups feature simply rounds up to the nearest dollar and puts it away for you. Second, “found money” rewards you for shopping at partner companies. These rewards vary and can be as high as 10% cash back on your purchase. The set-it-and-forget-functionality of Acorns allows you to determine the size of your round ups and your tolerance for risk when investing. After your account is set up, investing is as easy as swiping your debit card.

Public.com

Many people are not well versed in the world of investing, and that can hold a lot of people back. Public.com has some of the best features for getting you educated and simplifying investing as a whole. Public.com allows you to take a look at and follow other users' portfolios to get an idea of where other investors are putting their money. You can also invest by theme to find multiple companies in a single sector you think has potential. You don't have to commit to whole shares either because fractional shares are available as well. Another cool feature is that you can drag and drop investments to organize them in long-term or short-term portfolios, making the separation of the two extremely easy.

Greenlight

Greenlight is a financial tool for parents who want to educate their children on finance, money management, investing, and more. Greenlight features in-app chores, which, upon completion, release and trigger deposits. You can also automate deposits for your children weekly or monthly. With Greenlight you can predetermine spending, earning, and savings goals for your children. Are you more interested in the investment side of things? With GreenLight + you get access to a custodial, micro-investing account for only $7.98 a month.

M1 Finance

M1 Finance offers more than just micro-investing. It has multiple financial components all in one platform, ranging from banking and borrowing to investing. When you open a checking account and an investment account, you will receive an M1 Finance debit card. Further, having both accounts allows you to utilize M1 Finance's low-cost portfolio loan option. This lets you borrow against your portfolio once it hits the minimum required balance without utilizing or impacting your credit. You can get all of the bells and whistles with M1 Finance for only $125 dollars a year, and you won't have to worry about management fees either.

Sofi Invest

SoFi Invest is another platform that offers so much more than just simple micro-investing. SoFi has been recognized for being very friendly to college students and recent graduates, with features tailored primarily to that demographic. This includes student loan refinancing and tools for individuals who are recently starting their credit journey related to budgeting and credit scoring. You can schedule 1-on-1 financial consulting with a SoFi professional to assist you in reaching your financial goals. Best, you can get started with SoFi today with as little as $1 dollar invested in a variety of different assets. SoFi has investment options in stocks, ETF's, fractional shares, initial public offerings, retirement plans, and even cryptocurrency. Did I mention there isn't any trade commission?

Should You Start Micro-Investing?

If you are someone who wants to start investing but you don't quite understand where to begin, then micro-investing is definitely a good option for you. If you're looking on behalf of your children, platforms like Greenlight or Acorns can help them to start thinking financially. All of the platforms listed above can help you take your first steps in the world of investing with very little financial risk while gaining exposure to a wide variety of investment options. Even better, these platforms feature simplified investment options and educational tools to get you on the path to success. Regardless of whether it is a few dollars or a few cents, the possibilities are endless when it comes to micro-investing, and the skills you develop will serve you in the long term. Click on any of the titles above to start your micro-investing journey.

Published by Greensprout Experts | 1/24/23

Who Will Benefit And Who Will Suffer From The Interest Rate Spike

After the Federal Reserve held meetings from June 14 to 15, 2022, and announced a rise of 0.75%, the largest interest rate spike since 1994, many are worried how this change in the rate might affect them.

Here is a quick breakdown of what areas will be impacted, both positively and negatively, by the rate increase.

Who will be affected?

The US government

As inflation remains higher than interest rates, the US government has been taking advantage of the inflation by paying off previous debts using today's weaker dollar. This has benefited the government by helping to battle the national debt. However, this could quickly change if interest rates rise above inflation.

Savings accounts

One of the few positives from the interest rate spike is that banks will be offering increased returns on savings accounts. Although this rate won't increase as drastically as the interest rates, it is still a welcome benefit for those who keep their money in savings.

Stocks and cryptocurrency

Crypto has already been suffering heavy losses since November of last year, and that downtrend is likely to continue due to the recent rise in interest rates. Likewise, the stock market will also slow as investors reevaluate what value to place on stocks in this post–rate hike environment.

Credit card balances

Most variable-rate cards are closely linked to the federal funds rate, meaning as the interest rate increases, it is likely that credit card rates will also increase. Those with outstanding balances on their cards will face higher costs to pay them off as interest rates rise.

Homebuyers seeking a mortgage

Although not directly connected, mortgage rates will also likely increase along with the interest rate. Expect to see home prices rise and the cost of mortgages increase as the Fed battles inflation.

Homeowners seeking equity loans

If you've pulled out a home equity line of credit recently, you can expect to see your payments rise, and new potential borrowers will see higher rates for a line of credit.

Published by Greensprout Experts | 11/10/22

Should You Invest in an IRA? A Quick and Easy Guide to Understanding Individual Retirement Accounts.

When it comes to saving for your retirement, there are many options on the table. One of the most frequently mentioned is the IRA, or individual retirement account. But what exactly is an IRA, and how does it work? Keep reading to learn all the details.

What Is an IRA?

To put it simply, an IRA is an investment account that offers tax advantages and helps you save for your retirement. IRAs are one of the most popular and frequently used methods for retirement saving, and one of them might just be perfect for you.

The reason IRAs are popular is because the contributions you make to them are usually tax deductible; this means you will save on your taxes at year end, as well as put away more for your retirement. On top of that, depending on the circumstances, your withdrawal from the IRA later on might be tax-free, which means more money in your pocket.

The money you contribute to your IRA will grow over time. How fast it grows will depend on the choices you make to allocate your investment. You have the option of investing your IRA in stocks, bonds, or other assets, as well as the ability to change the investments later on if you feel the need. You can check the status of your investment and see the earnings reports and other figures to help you make decisions on how to allocate it.

One of the main reasons why people choose an IRA instead of (or in addition to) a 401(k) is that an IRA offers more flexibility in the type of investments it has available, as well as potentially greater returns.

Which IRA Is Right for Me?

Starting an IRA is as easy as visiting your bank, broker, or financial advisor. Once your IRA is set up, you can start contributing funds to it and select how those funds will be invested.

There are currently 4 popular types of IRAs, so let's take a minute to explain each of them so that you can decide which one is best for you.

Traditional IRA

The traditional IRA offers tax-deductible contributions (up to a set limit), which helps you save on taxes at the end of each year. However, this contribution amount is dependent on other circumstances. For instance, if you or your spouse already has a retirement plan from your employer, the amount you can deduct could be reduced or even voided if your income exceeds the limit (see IRS guidelines for more details). Don't worry, you can still make contributions to your IRA; they just won't be tax-deductible.

For 2021 and 2022, the contribution limit is $6,000 annually for those aged 49 and under, and $7,000 for those aged 50+.

When it's time to make withdrawals from your traditional IRA, they will be taxable just like any other form of income.

Roth IRA

The Roth IRA is the opposite of the traditional in that your contributions are not tax-deductible; however, the withdrawals you make later on are tax-free. In addition, there is no tax placed on the gains from your investments. This makes the Roth IRA the preferred choice for investors who have a long way to go before retirement, based on the assumption that the tax they pay now on their contributions will be lower than what they would end up paying later on their withdrawals.

Much like a traditional IRA, the limits are the same for single filers, with an annual contribution of $6,000 ($7,000 for those aged 50+) as long as your adjusted gross income is below $140,000. If the person is married, that limit rises to $208,000.

SIMPLE IRA

The acronym SIMPLE stands for Savings Incentive Match Plan for Employees. The SIMPLE IRA is designed for businesses with 100 employees or less.

With a SIMPLE IRA, the employer must also contribute to the IRA. Just like in a traditional IRA, the contributions are tax-deductible, and later on, the withdrawals are taxed as income. The big difference is the amount that you can contribute; for 2022, this amount is $14,000 annually for those 49 and under and $17,000 for those 50 and over.

SEP IRA

If you are self-employed or only have a handful of employees, then the SEP IRA might be right for you. The tax status of contributions and withdrawals follows the same as that of the traditional IRA.

However, the limits for a SEP IRA are calculated in a different manner. For 2022, this limit is 25% of your annual compensation, or up to $61,000 whichever is lower. There is no difference based on age, and you must start taking your minimum withdrawals at age 72. If the business owner contributes to the SEP IRA for themselves, they must also contribute a proportional amount to each eligible employee.

Should I Have an IRA or a 401(k)?

Why not both? Yes, that's right you can have both an IRA and a 401(k).

Generally, a 401(k) includes an employer match up to a certain amount; then, you can invest in an IRA of your choice to further increase your retirement savings.

IRAs usually offer more flexibility in terms of choice of investments, whereas choices with an employer-sponsored 401(k) might be limited.

Since each person's situation will differ based on what is offered by their employer, it is up to you to evaluate your options and choose what would be best for you.

Published by Greensprout Experts | 1/06/23

Everything You Need To Know About FHA Loans

If you are shopping for a home or refinance, you've probably heard the term "FHA loan" a few times already. With down payments as low as 3.5%, it can be a very attractive option. Keep reading to learn the ins and outs of FHA loans.

First Of All, Who Is The FHA?

Established in 1934 and now under the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, FHA stands for the Federal Housing Administration. Created during tough economic times, the FHA was designed to help make homeownership more reasonable for the everyday person through lower down payment requirements. Before the FDA, home buyers were generally expected to cough up 50% or more of the purchase price as a down payment. The FHA brought that number down to 20%, which was a huge benefit for hopeful home buyers.

So What Is An FHA Loan?

To put it simply, it is a mortgage that is insured by the FHA. Lenders feel more comfortable taking a smaller down payment because the mortgage insurance provided by the FHA protects them in the case of default. Since their risk is reduced, they are able to offer better terms to buyer who might not otherwise be eligible for a home loan.

The lender must be FHA approved, but there are numerous lenders in this category, as it has grown very popular. The loan can only be used for certain types of homes, such as single family houses, condos, and 2- to 4-unit multifamily homes.

What Makes An FHA Loan So Appealing?

With a FICO score of 580 or better, you could see your down payment requirement reduced to as low as 3.5%!

In addition to the lower down payment, an FHA loan is also generally easier to qualify for than a conventional mortgage. The FHA program allows more leeway when it comes to "gifted" downpayment money from family or employers as well as lower credit scores while still offering favorable interest rates.

On the downside, there are sometimes additional closing costs related to an FHA loan, and you'll also be required to make the FHA mortgage insurance payment, which can be wrapped up into your monthly loan repayment amount.

Different Types Of FHA Loans

The FHA program has multiple sub-types that can be used for different types of purchase, and each comes with its own set of qualifications and limitations. For example, the basic home mortgage 203(b) can be used to purchase or refinance a home, but it must be a primary residence that also does not require more than $5,000 in repairs. An FHA construction loan can be used to finance the cost of the land and the house together, but once again it has specific qualifications that need to be met. Depending on your situation, there might be an FHA loan type that is perfect for you.

Limitations Of An FHA Loan

Aside from the individual qualifications necessary for each specific loan type, there is also an overall limit on the amount that can be borrowed with an FHA loan. The limits depend on the county in which the property is located and take into account the average values in the area. In 2022, the limits are anywhere from $420,860 to $970,800. You'll need to check with an FHA-approved lender regarding your specific area to ask about loan limits.

How Do I Get An FHA Loan?

FHA loans can be given to borrowers who have a credit score as low as 500, but you'll need a score of 580 or higher to get the greatest benefits and the lowest down payment. Each lender might add additional minimum score requirements based on their own policies, so be sure to check carefully with the lender you are applying to. For example, some lenders have increased their credit score requirement to 620 to secure the minimum down payment during the COVID-19 pandemic. Even if you do not qualify for the minimum 3.5% down payment due to a poor credit score, you still might be able to put down as little as 10%, which can be a huge savings over a traditional mortgage.

In addition to your credit score, the FHA program also takes into account your debt-to-income ratio, known as DTI. You must have a DTI of less than 50% to qualify for an FHA loan. This is calculated using your pre-tax income and your total monthly debt.

How Do I Apply For An FHA Loan?

The process is generally the same as for any other mortgage application, requiring the standard documents, but in addition the property itself must also qualify for one of the various types of FHA loans.

The organizers of the Academy Awards have been urged to reconsider the prize eligibility of Tom Cruise's box office smash Top Gun: Maverick following reports it was partially funded by Russian oligarch Dmitry Rybolovlev.

Tom Cruse is pictured right in promotional imagery from his 2022 movie "Top Gun: Maverick." Russian oligarch Dmitriy Rybolovlev is pictured inset on March 1, 2015 in Monaco. A Ukrainian expat group as asked the organizers of the Academy Awards to reconsider the prize eligibility of "Top Gun: Maverick," amid allegations it was partially funded by Rybolovlev.© Eamonn M. McCormack/Getty Images for Paramount Pictures;/VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images
The movie, which was released last year and features Cruise reprising his role as Navy pilot Pete "Maverick" Mitchell, has been nominated for Oscars in several categories: best picture, original song, editing, adapted screenplay, sound and visual effects. The ceremony will be held this Sunday in Los Angeles.
In an open letter to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which was shared with the press, the Toronto-based expatriate group Ukrainian World Congress (UWC) charged that billionaire Rybolovlev's money went into the movie via his silent investment in Los Angeles-based New Republic Pictures.

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It was reported in January that Rybolovlev provided indirect funding for the film. The claim is notably controversial because Rybolovlev is on a list of Russians who have been sanctioned by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in light of the ongoing war.

The UWC stated in the letter that its intention is to eradicate any potential for Russia to have a hand in the content of Hollywood movies.

"The Ukrainian World Congress expresses its serious concerns over Russia's influence on the Hollywood film industry," UWC president Paul Grod wrote in the letter, addressed to the academy's president, Janet Yang.

Grod shared unsubstantiated speculation that Rybolovlev's involvement in the funding of the Top Gun sequel may have resulted in the Kremlin interfering with the script to remove any possible negative references to Russia from the storyline.

"Rybolovlev's funding of Top Gun: Maverick was not publicly disclosed and there is good reason to believe that his involvement may have led to censorship on behalf of the Kremlin," Grod wrote.

"Contrary to the original film, Top Gun: Maverick makes no direct or indirect reference to Russia. This is hardly a coincidence. Hollywood must be vigilant and transparent of Russian money being used to further pro-Kremlin censorship," he said.

While New Republic Pictures has invested in a number of Paramount's cinematic offerings since 2020, it has no creative input in the content of the pictures, according to Deadline. This hands-off funding would also apply to Top Gun: Maverick.

The Los Angeles Times reported earlier this year that former New Republic President Bradley Fisher alleged that Monaco-based Rybolovlev played a major role in the company funding Top Gun: Maverick and the Mission Impossible sequels. The claims were made in a breach of contract lawsuit brought by Fisher.

In the letter, Grod described Rybolovlev "as one of Russia's richest oligarchs," additionally referring to the businessman as "a known close friend and business partner" of the country's deputy prime minister, Yury Trutnev.

Grod also described the oligarch as Belarussian President Alexander Lukashenko's biggest business partner in potash exports for more than a decade. This, Grod said, has aided him in sustaining an authoritarian regime through the flow of cash.

Newsweek reached out to representatives of Paramount via email for comment.

Known as the "fertilizer king," Rybolovlev has been based in Monaco since 2010 and is the owner of the local soccer club AS Monaco. As a result, he has been photographed watching games alongside Prince Albert II of Monaco over the years.

Rybolovlev, an art collector who is worth an estimated $6.6 billion, gained notoriety in the U.S. when it was revealed that he had purchased former President Donald Trump's Maison de L'Amitié property in Palm Beach, Florida, in 2008.

The purchase was made during a U.S. housing market crisis in which other Palm Beach County properties fall by an annual rate of 19.2 percent. Trump purchased the property for $53 million in 2005.

Rybolovlev never moved into the house, instead tearing it down in 2016 and selling parts of the property to 515 North County Road Trust for millions of dollars less than he had paid for it.

It was also reported that Rybolovlev's business jet arrived within hours of Trump at American airports in Concord, North Carolina, and Las Vegas during the 2016 presidential election. Rybolovlev was apparently aboard his jet during the North Carolina trip. It was not confirmed who was on his plane for the Las Vegas flight.

While Rybolovlev is among a group of Russian businessmen who have been sanctioned by Zelensky since the start of the Ukraine invasion, he has so far avoided having such restrictions placed on him in the U.S. and Europe.

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New York
City
Manhattan, looking southward from Top of the Rock Central Park Unisphere, Queens Brooklyn Bridge Grand Central Terminal Statue of Liberty United Nations headquarters Times Square Bronx Zoo Staten Island Ferry
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Nickname(s): The Big Apple, The City That Never Sleeps, Gotham, and others

^[1]
Country	United States
State	New York
Region	Mid-Atlantic
Constituent counties (boroughs)	Bronx (The Bronx) Kings (Brooklyn) New York (Manhattan) Queens (Queens) Richmond (Staten Island)
Historic colonies	New Netherland Province of New York
Settled	1624
Consolidated	1898
Named for	James, Duke of York
Government
• Type	Strong mayor–council
• Body	New York City Council
• Mayor	Eric Adams (D)
Area ^[2]
• Total	472.43 sq mi (1,223.59 km²)
• Land	300.46 sq mi (778.18 km²)
• Water	171.97 sq mi (445.41 km²)
Elevation ^[3]	33 ft (10 m)
Population (2020)^[4]
• Total	8,804,190
• Estimate (July 2021)^[5]	8,467,513
• Rank	1st in the United States 1st in New York State
• Density	29,302.66/sq mi (11,313.81/km²)
• Urban ^[6]	19,426,449
• Urban density	5,980.8/sq mi (2,309.2/km²)
• Metro ^[7]	20,140,470
Demonym	New Yorker
Time zone	UTC−05:00 (EST)
• Summer (DST)	UTC−04:00 (EDT)
ZIP Codes	100xx–104xx, 11004–05, 111xx–114xx, 116xx
Area code(s)	212/646/332, 718/347/929, 917
FIPS code	36-51000
GNIS feature ID	975772
GDP (City, 2021)	$886 billion^[8] (1st)
GMP (Metro, 2021)	$2.0 trillion^[9] (1st)
Largest borough by area	Queens (109 square miles or 280 square kilometres)
Largest borough by population	Brooklyn (2020 Census 2,736,074)
Largest borough by GDP (2021)	Manhattan ($651.6 billion)^[8]
Website	nyc.gov

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New York, often called New York City^[a] or NYC, is the most populous city in the United States. With a 2020 population of 8,804,190 distributed over 300.46 square miles (778.2 km²), New York City is the most densely populated major city in the United States and more than twice as populous as Los Angeles, the nation's second-largest city. New York City is located at the southern tip of New York State. It constitutes the geographical and demographic center of both the Northeast megalopolis and the New York metropolitan area, the largest metropolitan area in the U.S. by both population and urban area. With over 20.1 million people in its metropolitan statistical area and 23.5 million in its combined statistical area as of 2020, New York is one of the world's most populous megacities, and over 58 million people live within 250 mi (400 km) of the city.^[10] New York City is a global cultural, financial, entertainment, and media center with a significant influence on commerce, health care and life sciences,^[11] research, technology, education, politics, tourism, dining, art, fashion, and sports. Home to the headquarters of the United Nations, New York is an important center for international diplomacy^[12]^[13] and is sometimes described as the capital of the world.^[14]^[15]

Situated on one of the world's largest natural harbors and extending into the Atlantic Ocean, New York City comprises five boroughs, each of which is coextensive with a respective county of the state of New York. The five boroughs, which were created in 1898 when local governments were consolidated into a single municipal entity, are: Brooklyn (in Kings County), Queens (in Queens County), Manhattan (in New York County), The Bronx (in Bronx County), and Staten Island (in Richmond County).^[16]

As of 2021, the New York metropolitan area is the largest metropolitan economy in the world with a gross metropolitan product of over $2.4 trillion. If the New York metropolitan area were a sovereign state, it would have the eighth-largest economy in the world. New York City is an established safe haven for global investors.^[17] As of 2022, New York is home to the highest number of billionaires^[18]^[19] and millionaires^[20] of any city in the world.

The city and its metropolitan area constitute the premier gateway for legal immigration to the United States. As many as 800 languages are spoken in New York,^[21] making it the most linguistically diverse city in the world. New York City is home to more than 3.2 million residents born outside the U.S., the largest foreign-born population of any city in the world as of 2016.^[22]

New York City traces its origins to a trading post founded on the southern tip of Manhattan Island by Dutch colonists in approximately 1624. The settlement was named New Amsterdam (Dutch: Nieuw Amsterdam) in 1626 and was chartered as a city in 1653. The city came under British control in 1664 and was renamed New York after King Charles II of England granted the lands to his brother, the Duke of York.^[23]^[24] The city was regained by the Dutch in July 1673 and was renamed New Orange for one year and three months; the city has been continuously named New York since November 1674. New York City was the capital of the United States from 1785 until 1790,^[25] and has been the largest U.S. city since 1790. The Statue of Liberty greeted millions of immigrants as they came to the U.S. by ship in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and is a symbol of the U.S. and its ideals of liberty and peace.^[26] In the 21st century, New York City has emerged as a global node of creativity, entrepreneurship,^[27] and as a symbol of freedom and cultural diversity.^[28] The New York Times has won the most Pulitzer Prizes for journalism and remains the U.S. media's "newspaper of record".^[29] In 2019, New York City was voted the greatest city in the world in a survey of over 30,000 people from 48 cities worldwide, citing its cultural diversity.^[30]

Many districts and monuments in New York City are major landmarks, including three of the world's ten most visited tourist attractions in 2013.^[31] A record 66.6 million tourists visited New York City in 2019. Times Square is the brightly illuminated hub of the Broadway Theater District,^[32] one of the world's busiest pedestrian intersections^[31] and a major center of the world's entertainment industry.^[33] Many of the city's landmarks, skyscrapers, and parks are known around the world, and the city's fast pace led to the phrase New York minute. The Empire State Building is a global standard of reference to describe the height and length of other structures.^[34]

Manhattan's real estate market is among the most expensive in the world.^[35]^[36] Providing continuous 24/7 service and contributing to the nickname The City That Never Sleeps, the New York City Subway is the largest single-operator rapid transit system in the world with 472 passenger rail stations, and Penn Station in Midtown Manhattan is the busiest transportation hub in the Western Hemisphere.^[37] The city has over 120 colleges and universities, including Columbia University, an Ivy League university routinely ranked among the world's top universities,^[38] New York University, and the City University of New York system, the largest urban public university system in the nation. Anchored by Wall Street in the Financial District of Lower Manhattan, New York City has been called both the world's leading financial center^[39] and the most powerful city in the world,^[40] and is home to the world's two largest stock exchanges by total market capitalization, the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq.^[41]^[42]

The Stonewall Inn in Greenwich Village, part of the Stonewall National Monument, is considered the historic epicenter of LGBTQ+ culture^[43] and the birthplace of the modern gay rights movement.^[44]^[45] New York City is the headquarters of the global art market, with numerous art galleries and auction houses collectively hosting half of the world’s art auctions, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art is both the largest art museum and the most visited museum in the United States.^[46] Governors Island in New York Harbor is planned to host a US$1 billion research and education center addressing the climate crisis.^[47]

Etymology

In 1664, New York was named in honor of the Duke of York, who would become King James II of England.^[48] James's elder brother, King Charles II, appointed the Duke as proprietor of the former territory of New Netherland, including the city of New Amsterdam, when England seized it from Dutch control.^[49]

History

Early history

In the pre-Columbian era, the area of present-day New York City was inhabited by Algonquian Native Americans, including the Lenape. Their homeland, known as Lenapehoking, included the present-day areas of Staten Island, Manhattan, the Bronx, the western portion of Long Island (including the areas that would later become the boroughs of Brooklyn and Queens), and the Lower Hudson Valley.^[50]

The first documented visit into New York Harbor by a European was in 1524 by Italian Giovanni da Verrazzano, an explorer from Florence in the service of the French crown.^[51] He claimed the area for France and named it Nouvelle Angoulême (New Angoulême).^[52] A Spanish expedition, led by the Portuguese captain Estêvão Gomes sailing for Emperor Charles V, arrived in New York Harbor in January 1525 and charted the mouth of the Hudson River, which he named Río de San Antonio ('Saint Anthony's River'). The Padrón Real of 1527, the first scientific map to show the East Coast of North America continuously, was informed by Gomes' expedition and labeled the northeastern United States as Tierra de Esteban Gómez in his honor.^[53]

In 1609, the English explorer Henry Hudson rediscovered New York Harbor while searching for the Northwest Passage to the Orient for the Dutch East India Company.^[54] He proceeded to sail up what the Dutch would name the North River (now the Hudson River), named first by Hudson as the Mauritius after Maurice, Prince of Orange. Hudson's first mate described the harbor as "a very good Harbour for all windes" and the river as "a mile broad" and "full of fish".^[55] Hudson sailed roughly 150 miles (240 km) north,^[56] past the site of the present-day New York State capital city of Albany, in the belief that it might be an oceanic tributary before the river became too shallow to continue.^[55] He made a ten-day exploration of the area and claimed the region for the Dutch East India Company. In 1614, the area between Cape Cod and Delaware Bay was claimed by the Netherlands and called Nieuw-Nederland ('New Netherland').

The first non–Native American inhabitant of what would eventually become New York City was Juan Rodriguez (transliterated to the Dutch language as Jan Rodrigues), a merchant from Santo Domingo. Born in Santo Domingo of Portuguese and African descent, he arrived in Manhattan during the winter of 1613–14, trapping for pelts and trading with the local population as a representative of the Dutch. Broadway, from 159th Street to 218th Street in Upper Manhattan, is named Juan Rodriguez Way in his honor.^[57]^[58]

Dutch rule

An illustration of New Amsterdam located in present-day Lower Manhattan in 1664, the year England took control and renamed it New York

A permanent European presence near New York Harbor was established in 1624, making New York the 12th-oldest continuously occupied European-established settlement in the continental United States^[59]—with the founding of a Dutch fur trading settlement on Governors Island. In 1625, construction was started on a citadel and Fort Amsterdam, later called Nieuw Amsterdam (New Amsterdam), on present-day Manhattan Island.^[60]^[61] The colony of New Amsterdam was centered on what would ultimately be known as Lower Manhattan. Its area extended from the southern tip of Manhattan to modern day Wall Street, where a 12-foot wooden stockade was built in 1653 to protect against Native American and British raids.^[62] In 1626, the Dutch colonial Director-General Peter Minuit, acting as charged by the Dutch West India Company, purchased the island of Manhattan from the Canarsie, a small Lenape band,^[63] for "the value of 60 guilders"^[64] (about $900 in 2018).^[65] A disproved legend claims that Manhattan was purchased for $24 worth of glass beads.^[66]^[67]

Following the purchase, New Amsterdam grew slowly.^[24] To attract settlers, the Dutch instituted the patroon system in 1628, whereby wealthy Dutchmen (patroons, or patrons) who brought 50 colonists to New Netherland would be awarded swaths of land, along with local political autonomy and rights to participate in the lucrative fur trade. This program had little success.^[68]

Since 1621, the Dutch West India Company had operated as a monopoly in New Netherland, on authority granted by the Dutch States General. In 1639–1640, in an effort to bolster economic growth, the Dutch West India Company relinquished its monopoly over the fur trade, leading to growth in the production and trade of food, timber, tobacco, and slaves (particularly with the Dutch West Indies).^[24]^[69]

In 1647, Peter Stuyvesant began his tenure as the last Director-General of New Netherland. During his tenure, the population of New Netherland grew from 2,000 to 8,000.^[70]^[71] Stuyvesant has been credited with improving law and order in the colony; however, he also earned a reputation as a despotic leader. He instituted regulations on liquor sales, attempted to assert control over the Dutch Reformed Church, and blocked other religious groups (including Quakers, Jews, and Lutherans) from establishing houses of worship.^[72] The Dutch West India Company would eventually attempt to ease tensions between Stuyvesant and residents of New Amsterdam.^[73]

English rule

An illustration of Fort George and the City of New York c. 1731. Royal Navy ships of the line are seen guarding what would become New York Harbor.

In 1664, unable to summon any significant resistance, Stuyvesant surrendered New Amsterdam to English troops, led by Colonel Richard Nicolls, without bloodshed.^[72]^[73] The terms of the surrender permitted Dutch residents to remain in the colony and allowed for religious freedom.^[74] In 1667, during negotiations leading to the Treaty of Breda after the Second Anglo-Dutch War, the Dutch decided to keep the nascent plantation colony of what is now Suriname (on the northern South American coast) they had gained from the English; and in return, the English kept New Amsterdam. The fledgling settlement was promptly renamed "New York" after the Duke of York (the future King James II and VII), who would eventually be deposed in the Glorious Revolution.^[75] After the founding, the duke gave part of the colony to proprietors George Carteret and John Berkeley. Fort Orange, 150 miles (240 km) north on the Hudson River, was renamed Albany after James's Scottish title.^[76] The transfer was confirmed in 1667 by the Treaty of Breda, which concluded the Second Anglo-Dutch War.^[77]

On August 24, 1673, during the Third Anglo-Dutch War, Dutch captain Anthony Colve seized the colony of New York from the English at the behest of Cornelis Evertsen the Youngest and rechristened it "New Orange" after William III, the Prince of Orange.^[78] The Dutch would soon return the island to England under the Treaty of Westminster of November 1674.^[79]^[80]

Several intertribal wars among the Native Americans and some epidemics brought on by contact with the Europeans caused sizeable population losses for the Lenape between the years 1660 and 1670.^[81] By 1700, the Lenape population had diminished to 200.^[82] New York experienced several yellow fever epidemics in the 18th century, losing ten percent of its population to the disease in 1702 alone.^[83]^[84]

Province of New York and slavery

An illustration of Columbia University, an Ivy League university today considered one of the world's top academic institutions, was founded by royal charter in 1754 under the name King's College.

In the early 18th century, New York grew in importance as a trading port while as a part of the colony of New York.^[85] It also became a center of slavery, with 42% of households enslaving Africans by 1730, the highest percentage outside Charleston, South Carolina.^[86] Most cases were that of domestic slavery, as a New York household then commonly enslaved few or several people. Others were hired out to work at labor. Slavery became integrally tied to New York's economy through the labor of slaves throughout the port, and the banking and shipping industries trading with the American South. During construction in Foley Square in the 1990s, the African Burying Ground was discovered; the cemetery included 10,000 to 20,000 of graves of colonial-era Africans, some enslaved and some free.^[87]

The 1735 trial and acquittal in Manhattan of John Peter Zenger, who had been accused of seditious libel after criticizing colonial governor William Cosby, helped to establish the freedom of the press in North America.^[88] In 1754, Columbia University was founded under charter by King George II as King's College in Lower Manhattan.^[89]

American Revolution

An illustration of the Battle of Long Island, one of the largest battles of the American Revolutionary War, which took place in Brooklyn on August 27, 1776.

The Stamp Act Congress met in New York in October 1765, as the Sons of Liberty organization emerged in the city and skirmished over the next ten years with British troops stationed there.^[90] The Battle of Long Island, the largest battle of the American Revolutionary War, was fought in August 1776 within the modern-day borough of Brooklyn.^[91] After the battle, in which the Americans were defeated, the British made the city their military and political base of operations in North America. The city was a haven for Loyalist refugees and escaped slaves who joined the British lines for freedom newly promised by the Crown for all fighters. As many as 10,000 escaped slaves crowded into the city during the British occupation. When the British forces evacuated at the close of the war in 1783, they transported 3,000 freedmen for resettlement in Nova Scotia.^[92] They resettled other freedmen in England and the Caribbean.

The only attempt at a peaceful solution to the war took place at the Conference House on Staten Island between American delegates, including Benjamin Franklin, and British general Lord Howe on September 11, 1776. Shortly after the British occupation began, the Great Fire of New York occurred, a large conflagration on the West Side of Lower Manhattan, which destroyed about a quarter of the buildings in the city, including Trinity Church.^[93]

In 1785, the assembly of the Congress of the Confederation made New York City the national capital shortly after the war. New York was the last capital of the U.S. under the Articles of Confederation and the first capital under the Constitution of the United States. New York City as the U.S. capital hosted several events of national scope in 1789—the first President of the United States, George Washington, was inaugurated; the first United States Congress and the Supreme Court of the United States each assembled for the first time; and the United States Bill of Rights was drafted, all at Federal Hall on Wall Street.^[94] In 1790, New York surpassed Philadelphia as the nation's largest city. At the end of that year, pursuant to the Residence Act, the national capital was moved to Philadelphia.^[95]^[96]

19th century

Broadway follows the Native American Wecquaesgeek Trail through Manhattan.^[97]

The five boroughs of New York City as they appeared in 1814: The Bronx was in Westchester County; Queens County included modern Nassau County; Kings County included six towns, one of which was Brooklyn; New York City is shown in southern New York County on Manhattan; and Richmond County is on Staten Island.

Over the course of the nineteenth century, New York City's population grew from 60,000 to 3.43 million.^[98] Under New York State's abolition act of 1799, children of slave mothers were to be eventually liberated but to be held in indentured servitude until their mid-to-late twenties.^[99]^[100] Together with slaves freed by their masters after the Revolutionary War and escaped slaves, a significant free-Black population gradually developed in Manhattan. Under such influential United States founders as Alexander Hamilton and John Jay, the New York Manumission Society worked for abolition and established the African Free School to educate Black children.^[101] It was not until 1827 that slavery was completely abolished in the state, and free Blacks struggled afterward with discrimination. New York interracial abolitionist activism continued; among its leaders were graduates of the African Free School. New York city's population jumped from 123,706 in 1820 to 312,710 by 1840, 16,000 of whom were Black.^[102]^[103]

In the 19th century, the city was transformed by both commercial and residential development relating to its status as a national and international trading center, as well as by European immigration, respectively.^[104] The city adopted the Commissioners' Plan of 1811, which expanded the city street grid to encompass almost all of Manhattan. The 1825 completion of the Erie Canal through central New York connected the Atlantic port to the agricultural markets and commodities of the North American interior via the Hudson River and the Great Lakes.^[105] Local politics became dominated by Tammany Hall, a political machine supported by Irish and German immigrants.^[106]

Several prominent American literary figures lived in New York during the 1830s and 1840s, including William Cullen Bryant, Washington Irving, Herman Melville, Rufus Wilmot Griswold, John Keese, Nathaniel Parker Willis, and Edgar Allan Poe. Public-minded members of the contemporaneous business elite lobbied for the establishment of Central Park, which in 1857 became the first landscaped park in an American city.

The Great Irish Famine brought a large influx of Irish immigrants; more than 200,000 were living in New York by 1860, upwards of a quarter of the city's population.^[107] There was also extensive immigration from the German provinces, where revolutions had disrupted societies, and Germans comprised another 25% of New York's population by 1860.^[108]

Democratic Party candidates were consistently elected to local office, increasing the city's ties to the South and its dominant party. In 1861, Mayor Fernando Wood called upon the aldermen to declare independence from Albany and the United States after the South seceded, but his proposal was not acted on.^[101] Anger at new military conscription laws during the American Civil War (1861–1865), which spared wealthier men who could afford to pay a $300 (equivalent to $6,602 in 2021) commutation fee to hire a substitute,^[109] led to the Draft Riots of 1863, whose most visible participants were ethnic Irish working class.^[101]

The draft riots deteriorated into attacks on New York's elite, followed by attacks on Black New Yorkers and their property after fierce competition for a decade between Irish immigrants and Black people for work. Rioters burned the Colored Orphan Asylum to the ground, with more than 200 children escaping harm due to efforts of the New York Police Department, which was mainly made up of Irish immigrants.^[108] At least 120 people were killed.^[110] Eleven Black men were lynched over five days, and the riots forced hundreds of Blacks to flee the city for Williamsburg, Brooklyn, and New Jersey. The Black population in Manhattan fell below 10,000 by 1865, which it had last been in 1820. The White working class had established dominance.^[108]^[110] Violence by longshoremen against Black men was especially fierce in the docks area.^[108] It was one of the worst incidents of civil unrest in American history.^[111]

In 1898, the City of New York was formed with the consolidation of Brooklyn (until then a separate city), the County of New York (which then included parts of the Bronx), the County of Richmond, and the western portion of the County of Queens.^[112] The opening of the subway in 1904, first built as separate private systems, helped bind the new city together.^[113] Throughout the first half of the 20th century, the city became a world center for industry, commerce,

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King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla arrived in Colchester to meet with members of the public and celebrate the area's new city status on Tuesday.

During the visit, Camilla was handed a paper crown from fast food chain Burger King, pulling a rather confused expression as she examined the gift from a young local.
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During a walkabout in Colchester, Charles and Camilla met with royal fans young and old as they gathered in the hopes of meeting the King and Queen, who were visiting to mark the town becoming a city.

As the new monarch and his Queen Consort, who will be crowned during King Charles's coronation in May, made their way down the high street, they were met with gifts, smiles and chatter from those in the crowd.

Queen Camilla, who wrapped up in a regal bright white coat, was even handed a paper crown from fast food joint, Burger King, in a moment that a body language expert has hailed as 'awkward'.

As Camilla approached a group of young fans gathering, she was told she had a "last minute gift".

In the video shared by @_tomsteel on TikTok, Camilla can be seen taking the cardboard crown, looking down to inspect it and simply saying, "Burger King? Thank you very much," before walking on to meet more well-wishers.

Body language expert Judi James has analyzed the exchange, claiming that the new Queen Consort appears to struggle with handling slightly awkward or unexpected moments with the public.

"Queen Camilla’s signals of ongoing awkwardness are visible in this ‘moment’ when a fan gifts her a paper crown from a burger bar," Judi told the Express.

Adding that Camilla seems to mimic her husband's relaxed nature that he exudes when laughing and joking with the public, Judi also highlighted, "She does use the kind of 'point' gesture that Charles uses to imply a sense of fun and connection."

Judi added, "Camilla clearly looks rather thrown by the sight of the paper crown and unable to join in the laughter about it or add to the fun."

Admitting that a fast food crown is an unusual gift for Camilla, the behavior pro also pointed out that she struggled to handle the slightly strange interaction in a relaxed way, saying, "But she lacks the kind of easy social confidence that will help her cope with what she seems to see as odd behavior."

Queen Camilla's pop art 'wow' brooch intrigued fans on March 8, when Her Majesty hosted a reception at Buckingham Palace to celebrate the work of certain women on International Women's Day.

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"Let's nip this one in the bud. This is so dumb. Please stop," Heming, 44, wrote on her Instagram story. The debunked headline read: "Demi Moore 'Moved In' With Ex Bruce Willis & His Wife To Help Care For Him After Heartbreaking Dementia Diagnosis: Source."

The "Die Hard" actor has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD), his family announced last month, which is a disorder that can affect behavior, personality, language and movement.

The diagnosis came months after the family revealed he was dealing with aphasia.

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Emma Heming Willis on Wednesday denied reports that her husband's ex Demi Moore, right, had moved in with the couple and their daughters. (Amy Sussman/Theo Wargo)

Tuesday, she posted a short video on Instagram, saying that she had heard claims she was using Willis’ diagnosis to get her "five minutes" of fame.

Brushing off the accusation, she said that was "great because it means that you’re listening" and said she would turn it into 10 minutes to "advocate for my husband" and raise awareness about FTD.

"And then I’m going to turn my grief and anger and sadness and do something good around something that feels less than. So, watch this space because I didn’t come to play," she added

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In a separate post, she also asked photographers to leave her husband alone when he goes out.

"In the spirit of raising awareness around dementia … it's clear that there's still a lot of education that needs to be put forth, so this one is going out to the photographers and the video people that are trying to get those ‘exclusives’ of my husband out and about," she said in the video.

"Just keep your space," she requested. "I know this is your job, but maybe just keep your space. For the video people, please don't be yelling at my husband, asking me how he's doing, the ‘woo-hoo’-ing and the ‘yippy-ki-yays,' please don't do it, OK?"

Demi Moore, second from left, and Emma Heming, second from right, have remained united for their blended family but Heming denied Moore has moved in with her family. (Stefanie Keenan)

The family made a joint statement announcing his diagnosis on Feb. 16 that said in part: "Our family wanted to start by expressing our deepest gratitude for the incredible outpouring of love, support and wonderful stories we have all received since sharing Bruce’s original diagnosis. In the spirit of that, we wanted to give you an update about our beloved husband, father and friend since we now have a deeper understanding of what he is experiencing."

It continued, "Since we announced Bruce’s diagnosis of aphasia in spring 2022, Bruce’s condition has progressed and we now have a more specific diagnosis: frontotemporal dementia (known as FTD). Unfortunately, challenges with communication are just one symptom of the disease Bruce faces. While this is painful, it is a relief to finally have a clear diagnosis."

Willis' statement was signed by his entire family, including wife Emma, ex-wife Moore and daughters Rumer, Scout, Tallulah, Mabel and Evelyn.

Moore and Willis divorced in 2000, and the actor married Heming in 2007. Moore and Willis have three daughters from their marriage: Rumer, 34, Scout, 31 and Tallulah, 28, and Emma and Bruce have two daughters: Mabel, 10 and Evelyn, 8.

When Emma and Willis renewed their vows for their 10-year wedding anniversary, the pair "wouldn't do it" without Demi there.

Emma Heming married Bruce Willis in 2007. They have two daughters. (VCG)

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"She welcomed me into her family like I welcomed her into ours," Heming told Us Weekly. "Again, I have so much respect for her. I have so much respect for how Bruce and Demi worked through their divorce to be able to put their children first. I learned so much from that and grew so much from watching that. It was important for her to be there. She was at our first wedding. I loved having her there again. I wouldn’t do it without her."

Their blended family often spend time together, including over the holidays and are supporting each other in the wake of his diagnosis. They are also regularly pictured together on social media.

In the statement announcing Willis' diagnosis, they encouraged others facing FTD to "seek out the wealth of information and support available through AFTD" and encouraged others to continue advocating for research and awareness.

"Bruce has always found joy in life — and has helped everyone he knows to do the same. It has meant the world to see that sense of care echoed back to him and to all of us," the statement said. "We have been so moved by the love you have all shared for our dear husband, father, and friend during this difficult time. Your continued compassion, understanding, and respect will enable us to help Bruce live as full a life as possible."

Carol Burnett is about to celebrate her 90th birthday this year on April 26 and was recently celebrated by her famous friends, including Julie Andrews.

Andrews reunited with her long-time pal for the taping of NBC’s "Carol Burnett: 90 Years Of Laughter and Love," a two-hour special celebrating the comedy icon.

The event reunited the legends after they did three specials together back in the 1960s and 70s, "Julie and Carol at Carnegie Hall," "Julie and Carol at Lincoln Center" and "Julie & Carol: Together Again."

Other stars in attendance included Amy Poehler, Bill Hader, Bob Mackie, who designed the costumes for "The Carol Burnett Show," Cher and many more.

Carol Burnett, left, and Julie Andrews reunite decades after their Emmy award-winning "Julie and Carol at Carnegie Hall" special in 1963. Kevin Winter© Kevin Winter

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Born in 1933 in San Antonio, Burnett made a name for herself in comedy.

She became a breakout success in the 1959 production of "Once Upon A Mattress" before starring in her own sketch series, "The Carol Burnett Show" for 11 seasons.

"The Carol Burnett Show" was an incredible success, earning 25 Primetime Emmy Awards during its run, including three for Burnett herself.

In a scene from "The Carol Burnett Show," American comedienne and actress Carol Burnett portrays character Nora Desmond Oct. 13, 1972. CBS Photo Archive© CBS Photo Archive

After the series ended in 1978, Burnett transitioned to more film roles, most memorably Miss Hannigan in 1982’s "Annie."

She was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame in 1985, was a 2016 Kennedy Center Honoree, and in 2019, the Golden Globes created the Carol Burnett Award for outstanding contributions to television on or off-screen.

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The then 85-year-old was the first recipient of the award and in her speech reflected on her career and how things turned out as they were meant to be.

"I catch myself daydreaming about being young again and doing it all over, and then I bring myself up short when I realize how incredibly fortunate I was to be there at the right time," she shared. "Because what we did then, it couldn't be done today."

Though she has earned lifetime achievements and accolades, Burnett has continued a steady stream of work including appearances on "Mad About You," "Glee," and most recently AMC’s "Better Call Saul."

Burnett is also set to appear in the miniseries, "Mrs. American Pie" on Apple TV+, alongside Kristen Wiig, Allison Janney and Laura Dern.

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Dick Van Dyke has always been a hard-working entertainer.

Born in West Plains, Missouri in 1925, Van Dyke first made a name for himself on television, playing Rob Petrie on the self-titled "Dick Van Dyke" show in the early 1960s. He also originated the role of Albert Peterson in "Bye Bye Birdie" on Broadway in 1961 and reprised the role on screen in 1963.

The "Dick Van Dyke Show" also starred fellow TV icon Mary Tyler Moore, right. CBS© CBS

He may be best loved for his role as Bert the Chimney Sweep in "Mary Poppins."

Actress Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke, left, in a scene from the movie "Mary Poppins." Photo by Donaldson Collection/Getty Images© Donaldson Collection/Getty Images

From there, he appeared in other films like "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang," "Dick Tracy" and the "Night at the Museum" movies. He also starred in the long-running series "Diagnosis: Murder."

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Over the course of his career, Van Dyke has earned four Emmys, a Tony, and a Grammy, and was an honoree at the 2020 Kennedy Center Honors.

In 2018, he wowed audiences when he appeared in "Mary Poppins Returns," showcasing his still intact dancing skills as an elderly chairman of a bank. The actor was 93 at the time.

Van Dyke has continued to showcase his unstoppable energy.

Last month, he shocked audiences and the judges on FOX’s "The Masked Singer," when he was unmasked during the premiere episode.

The now 97-year-old was performing as the Gnome, bringing the crowd to its feet and bringing a tear to the eye of many, including judge Nicole Scherzinger.

Dick Van Dyke, right, alongside Nick Cannon for his reveal on "The Masked Singer." Van Dyke performed on the show at 97 years old. Michael Becker/FOX© Michael Becker/FOX

Not long after the reveal, the icon spoke with Yahoo! Entertainment, and said "genes" play a role in his longevity, along with his wife, Arlene Silver.

"Having a beautiful young wife half my age to take care of me — that works," he joked.

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Dick Van Dyke married in 2012. Photo by Paul Morigi/Getty Images© Photo by Paul Morigi/Getty Images

However, he did offer a practical secret to his vigor--exercise. "I advise everybody to do that, because that's what ages people — it's just a stiffening up and not exercising their muscles and their lungs," he said. "Exercise is the answer."

Van Dyke is not capping his career with the singing competition though. He is slated to appear in an upcoming film titled "Capture the Flag," about a group of vets competing for the privilege of raising the flag in their neighborhood each morning.

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Born in Puerto Rico in 1931, Rita Moreno moved to New York with her mother in 1936 before eventually moving to Hollywood to begin her acting career.

After appearances in films like "Singin’ in the Rain" and "The King and I," the multi-talented Moreno scored her breakout role as Anita in the big screen adaptation of "West Side Story."

Rita Moreno performs "America" in "West Side Story." Getty Images© Getty Images

Her performance earned her an Oscar in the best supporting actress category and set her on the path to become one of the illustrious few to achieve EGOT status, which refers to performers and creators who earn an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar and a Tony. Moreno was the third person to pick up all four awards, and the first Latina woman to do so.

Rita Moreno won her Academy Award in 1962. Bettmann / Contributor© Bettmann / Contributor

She has also received a Kennedy Center Honor in 2015, a Screen Actors Guild Lifetime Achievement Award in 2013, the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2004 and a Peabody Award in 2019.

Her life and career were chronicled in a 2021 documentary for Netflix, aptly titled, "Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go For It."

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Speaking about the documentary to People in 2021, Moreno said, "I'm still active and still working. I worry and stress a lot less now because I'm so grateful," adding, "I stop and smell the roses."

She also told the outlet, "I love to be amused and I love to amuse. I love to make people laugh," she says. "And you have to have a sense of humor about yourself or you're f---ed!"

Rita Moreno broke barriers throughout her carrier and achieved EGOT status. Steve Granitz© Steve Granitz

That attitude seems to keep Moreno going beyond the awards and retrospectives, as her star continues to shine.

She appeared in the Oscar-nominated 2021 remake of "West Side Story," directed by Steven Spielberg in a new role created specifically for her. She also served as an executive producer on the film, providing fresh input on the Puerto Rican characters in the story.

This year, at 91 she has proven herself to still be a box office draw. Along with Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, and Sally Field, she starred in "80 for Brady," a comedy about four older women who make a journey to see Tom Brady in the 2017 Super Bowl.

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Moreno said in an interview, "I think what it does that is most unusual is that it enlightens the audience about what it’s like to be an older person, an older woman. You just don’t usually see that."

Later this year, Moreno is also joining the "Fast and the Furious" franchise in "Fast X," playing grandmother to Vin Diesel, John Cena and Jordana Brewster’s characters.

She is also slated to be in a comedy for Netflix, "Family Leave," alongside Jennifer Garner.

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Canadian-born William Shatner entered the halls of pop culture royalty with his role as Captain James T. Kirk on "Star Trek" in the 1960s, as well as the later film adaptations of the series.

William Shatner, right, starred alongside Leonard Nimoy in the seiminal "Star Trek" series. Photo by CBS via Getty Images© Photo by CBS via Getty Images

After "Star Trek," Shatner starred in series like "T.J. Hooker" and hosted shows like "Rescue 911" and "The UnXplained." He also made appearances in movies like "Miss Congeniality" and made multiple cameos in shows like "The Big Bang Theory" and "Futurama," nodding to his sci-fi background.

His mid-career role on "The Practice" and its spin-off "Boston Legal" earned him two Emmy Awards.

In total, the actor has 250 credits to his name, along with hosting shows as himself and creating documentaries like "Get A Life!," which look at the "Star Trek" fandom.

William Shatner has been a prolific actor and host, with 250 credits to his name. Kris Connor/Getty Images© Kris Connor/Getty Images

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He has also released 11 albums and even appeared on "The Masked Singer" in 2022.

The actor, born in 1931, has also been awarded a Life Career Award from The Saturn Awards, put on by The Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror Films, and a NASA Distinguished Public Service Medal, the highest honor NASA awards to anyone who was not a government employee when the service was performed.

The NASA honor came several years before his historic 2021 journey into space aboard the Blue Origin spacecraft. Shatner was 90 at the time and the oldest person to make the journey into sub-orbital flight.

William Shatner was invited by Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin to fly to space on Oct. 13, 2021. Mario Tama© Mario Tama

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In 2021, Fox News Digital spoke with Shatner about his milestone birthday and what keeps him motivated to continue working.

"Everything is a discovery," he said. "... What's interesting is to discover not only [things] about yourself, but about the world around you, there's always continuous discovery."

The now 91-year-old also has at least three projects in the works this year alone, including a new series titled "The Elevator."

Clint Eastwood has held his icon status for almost seven decades in Hollywood.

Born in 1930 in San Francisco, Eastwood became a staple of the Western genre first as Rowdy Yates on the TV series "Rawhide," before cementing his status as an icon with the "Man with No Name" trilogy of films. He later took on the role of Harry Callahan in the "Dirty Harry" films.

Clint Eastwood became a star in films like "A Fistful of Dollars" and "The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly." Silver Screen Collection/Hulton Archive© Silver Screen Collection/Hulton Archive

Eastwood also made a name for himself as a director, with films like "Play Misty for Me," "The Outlaw Josey Wales" and "Bronco Billy."

The "Every Which Way but Loose" director has been almost constantly working throughout his lifetime, often directing two movies a year, like "Flags of Our Fathers" and "Letters From Iwo Jima" in 2006, "Changeling" and "Gran Torino" in 2008, "Jersey Boys" and "American Sniper" in 2014, and most recently 2018’s "The 15:17 to Paris" and "The Mule."

Though his career never slowed, he did not earn his first Oscar nominations until 1992’s "Unforgiven," at age 62, in which he starred, directed and produced. "Unforgiven" took home best picture and best director, a feat he would repeat 12 years later with "Million Dollar Baby."

Clint Eastwood won best director and best picture for "Million Dollar Baby." Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images© Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images

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His latest project was 2021’s "Cry Macho," which he again starred, directed and produced. The then 91-year-old became the oldest person ever to act in and direct a film.

In an interview with The Los Angeles Times in 2021, Eastwood admitted he sometimes wonders about still working at his age, now 92.

"What the hell am I still working for in my 90s?" he said. "Are people going to start throwing tomatoes at you? I’ve gotten to the point where I wondered if that was enough, but not to the point where I decided it was. If you roll out a few turkeys, they’ll tell you soon enough."

Eastwood also said at the time he did not have any projects lined up, but said, "If something comes along where the story itself, the telling of it, is fun, I’m open to it."

Clint Eastwood arrives at the AFI Awards on Jan. 3, 2020, in Los Angeles. AP, File© AP

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If you name a classic sitcom, there is a chance Norman Lear was behind it.

The prolific producer and writer dominated the 1970s and 80s on television with shows like "All in the Family," "Sanford and Son," "The Jeffersons," "Good Times" and "Maude."

Television producer Norman Lear has created dozens of TV shows, including classics like "All in the Family," "Sanford and Son" and "The Jeffersons." Getty Images© Getty Images

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He has also produced classic movies like "Fried Green Tomatoes" and "The Princess Bride."

Lear also oversaw the reboot of "One Day at a Time" on Netflix, which starred Moreno.

Over his career, Lear has earned six Emmys and has been inducted into the Emmy Hall of Fame in 1984.

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Lear was also a Kennedy Center Honoree in 2017, won a lifetime achievement award from the Peabodys in 1977, and earned the National Medal of Arts from President Clinton in 1999.

Even with an already-storied career lasting decades, Lear, who turned 100 last year, shows zero signs of stopping.

"I’ve never chosen anything to do that I didn’t wish to do," he told People in 2022. "My awards and accolades mean a great deal to me, but they don’t mean as much as the drive to the studio today. I still explode with joy, excitement, interest and utter delight every time."

Norman Lear won the Carol Burnett Award at the 78th Annual Golden Globes in 2021. Photo by NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images© Photo by NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images

Lear currently has 23 projects in development with Brent Miller, his business partner and president of his production company, Act III. They include a reboot of "Who’s the Boss?" and "Good Times," among others.

"Bringing joy to people is what it’s all about," Lear told the outlet. "Laughter and joy add time to one’s life."

Third time’s a charm, we hope? Jennifer Lopez, or J.Lo, and Ben Affleck have just backed out of buying yet another house together, TMZ reports. The Hollywood heavyweights have allegedly pulled out of purchasing the newly-built $34.5 million transitional style house they entered into escrow on last month.

If true, this would be the second property that Bennifer has entered into together but have had a change of heart on, the first being a massive 20,000-square-foot Bel Air estate they pulled the brakes on in March of 2023.

TMZ also reports that the newlyweds have now gone into escrow on another home, but it is unclear where. According to reports, the couple toured two estates last week, one of which was a $64 million dollar Pacific Palisades property owned by tech and finance czar, Gregory Milken.

Built in 2005, the Milken estate has a facade with a mix of classic elements found in homes in the Northeast, and shingle style coastal homes. The property comes with a 13,000-square-foot main house and a 3,000-square-foot guest cottage outfitted with two bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a gym. With six bedrooms and five bathrooms, the main house will definitely be large enough to hold the Lopez-Affleck brood.

After a broken engagement twenty years ago, Lopez and Affleck tied the knot last August in a lavish ceremony at Affleck’s Georgia estate. In preparation for their big purchase together, Affleck sold the Pacific Palisades home he bought in 2018 for $28.5 million back in October, and Lopez recently placed her luxurious French-style Bel Air mansion on the market for $42.5 million. Here’s hoping the two have finally found their forever home. In the meantime, they have been renting out the Beverly Hills home of Australian billionaire James Packer, since the summer of 2022.

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APortuguese vacation should be on any family’s European must-visit list. It’s a beautiful country, with delicious food, gorgeous sites, and friendly people. With three international airports located on mainland Portugal, it’s fairly easy to access.

Although it is a small country, there are many great towns, small villages, and cities to see while you are there. So, you’ll need to do a little research in advance to figure out which are the best towns in Portugal to visit during your vacation.

Disclosure: My first visit to Portugal was complimentary as part of a media trip with Martinhal Hotels, and I paid full price for my second trip. This post contains affiliate links and a purchase through one of these may result in a commission paid to us at no additional cost to you. All opinions are my own.

A Portuguese vacation should be on any family's European must-visit list. It's a beautiful country, with delicious food, gorgeous sites, and friendly people. Here are the best towns in Portugal to visit.© Provided by Family Travel Magazine

Best Towns in Portugal To Visit on Vacation

Lisbon

You’ll probably want to include the Portuguese capital city of Lisbon in your vacation plans. It’s the largest city in Portugal and one of the major cities in Europe. Lisbon also has the largest of the international airports in the country, so you’ll typically be able to get the best flights to and from there. There’s so much to see and do in Lisbon, and there are also plenty of day trips from Lisbon if you decide to base your vacation there.

While you are there, it’s a good idea to book a guided tour so you can get an overview of the city and learn more about its rich history. There are lots of options, including tuk-tuk and tram tours. We also enjoyed a yacht tour of the Lisbon Tagus River waterfront.

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We’ve stayed in several hotels in Lisbon, and have loved them. There are lots of options, from smaller, more boutique hotels to international chains. Here are three we’d recommend:

Martinhal Lisbon Chiado Luxury Hotel and Apartments – I had the opportunity to tour this hotel before it opened, several years ago. It’s a family-friendly hotel in the trendy Chiado neighborhood and offers luxury apartments that are specifically designed for families.

The Olissippo Lapa Palace Hotel – we stayed here on our last night in Portugal, and I wish we had more time there. The home of a former palace, this hilltop hotel offers some rooms with views of the Tagus River. It also has a beautiful lagoon-style pool which is a surprising oasis for a city hotel.

Tivoli Avenida Liberdade – we spent three nights at this city hotel, located on a luxurious and swanky street in downtown Lisbon. It offers several restaurants and bars, including a trendy rooftop bar with beautiful night views of the city.

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Porto

We started our most recent Portuguese vacation in the gorgeous, historic city of Porto, located in Northern Portugal. There is an international airport in Porto, and we were able to fly from Boston to Porto with a layover at Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris. Porto is the second-largest city in Portugal.

Porto offers so much to do, and is a beautiful city. We spent four nights there, and I feel like we could have spent our entire vacation there. It’s got a hip, trendy vibe, with lots of boutiques and cafes, among the historic attractions and narrow, cobblestone streets.

During our trip to Porto, we stayed at the Intercontinental Porto. It’s a modern hotel located in a historic building – the former Palacio das Cardosas. From there, we were able to take a short walk to most of the historic attractions, including the Douro River waterfront. For the places we weren’t able to walk to, we found Uber easy to use in town. If you decide to drive, keep in mind that there are some very hilly, narrow streets that can be a challenge to navigate.

One of the highlights of our trip was the Porto Bridge Climb, a relatively mild adventure that takes place on the Arrábida Bridge. Although you’ll be harnessed, there are stairs to climb.

Gaia

Across the Douro River from Porto is the town of Gaia. Known for its wine and port cellars, Gaia is a great place to visit for the day when you are staying in Porto. There are many different restaurants and wine cellar tours (along with wine tasting) – we recommend visiting at least one!

Want to take in some gorgeous views of the Douro River and of Porto? The Gaia Cable Car runs year-round, is about a 5-minute ride, and offers aerial views of the area. One-way or round-trip tickets are available.

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Douro Valley

Located about an hour and a half from the Porto city center is the Douro Valley. The wine country region of Portugal is absolutely stunning, with green rolling hills and a winding river. During our visit, we kayaked along the Douro River, and then visited Quinta da Pacheca, a vineyard where guests can stay in a converted wine barrel.

Be sure to try port wine, which the region is famous for. In fact, wineries are unable to use the “port” label if the wine doesn’t come from the Douro region.

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Sintra

Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is both a town and a municipality. While it’s most popular for the bright and colorful Pena Palace, there’s so much more to do and see in Sintra. Some of the other attractions include the Castle of the Moors (Moorish Castle), the Sintra National Palace, and Quinta da Regaleira (located near the city center, with Knights Templar symbols).

While visiting Sintra is definitely possible on a day trip, I would recommend arriving early. It’s one of the most popular destinations, especially in the summer months. Pena Palace especially gets busy throughout the day. Don’t miss visiting the small town of Sintra, a beautiful historic town with shops, cafes, and more to explore.

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Cascais

The very first place I visited in Portugal is Cascais. It’s a lovely resort town and former fishing village, with beautiful beaches, shops, resorts, outdoor cafes, and more. It’s a quick distance from Lisbon, so it’s an easy day trip. Or, there are plenty of luxurious resorts where you can stay.

Cascais is located on the Portuguese Riviera, which offers some of the most beautiful beaches outside of southern Portugal.

Évora

The historic city of Evora, located southwest of Lisbon in the center of Portugal, offers some popular attractions. These include the Roman Temple of Évora, located in the historic center of the city, in addition to the Chapel of Bones (a 16th-century temple with an interior lined with skulls and bones). Evora is about halfway between Lisbon and the Spanish border.

Sagres

The town of Sagres is located in the most southwestern point of Europe, in the Algarve region of Portugal. It is home to several beautiful beaches, with an active surf community. During my first trip to Portugal, I stayed at the Martinhal Sagres Family Beach Resort, a large, luxurious resort made especially for families that is the perfect place for a family to relax.

It can be a little challenging to get to the Algarve if you fly into Lisbon. Options include rental cars (for a road trip from Lisbon – about 3 hours), public transportation (trains), or private transportation. There is also an international airport in Faro, which is east of Sagres but still in the Algarve region. However, I’d recommend visiting during your trip to Portugal because it has some of the best beaches in the area.

Best Towns in Portugal To Visit on Vacation

Carvoeiro

During our most recent visit, we stayed in Carvoeiro in the Algarve. This area offers beaches, resorts, shops, and restaurants, and is famous for the Carvoeiro Caves. I’d definitely recommend going on an Algarve cave tour during your time in the area – it’s such a unique experience and a fun thing to see.

During our trip, we stayed at a beautiful, clifftop resort, right in Carvoeiro. The Tivoli Carvoeiro is a luxury resort offering a spa, restaurants, an outdoor pool, and gorgeous views of the natural beauty of the ocean and cliffs.

Ponta Delgada

Ponta Delgada is located on the archipelago of the Azores in the Atlantic Ocean (on São Miguel Island) and is the capital city of the Azores region. The Azores can be one of the easiest European vacations for families, due to their proximity to the East Coast of the US. It’s a relatively short flight.

Although I haven’t been to the Azores (except for a flight layover), they are definitely on my list. These beautiful islands are known for their gorgeous hydrangeas, and also offer many things to see and do.

Have you been to Portugal? Which city or town in Portugal is your favorite?

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The French Riviera has long been a favorite vacation spot among celebrities like Pablo Picasso, Brad Pitt, and Elton John. Another group that loved the beach escape: the Kennedy family. JFK and his siblings spent many summers on the Côte d'Azur while their father, Joseph Patrick Kennedy, was the US ambassador in London. And while visiting, the family—often considered American royalty—stayed at an idyllic villa worthy of palatial prestige, which recently listed for $33 million.

An ornate chandelier, pink tile floors, and a large tapestry make a statement in a sitting room.© Côte d'Azur Sotheby's Int. Realty

Known as the Domaine de Beaumont, the property is located just outside of Cannes and was designed by an illustrious French architect Jacques Couëlle. “I want to thank you for your very great kindness in making your house available to use this summer,” Joseph wrote to the home’s owners in 1938. “We had the most delightful time there and enjoyed it more than I can tell you.” Spanning 12,486 square feet, the property encompasses fifteen rooms, including nine bedrooms, all with sophisticated interiors. Woodwork, tapestries, and tiles offer an immersion in the period decor, which blends Provencal and Belle Époque aesthetics. The exterior is defined by a natural stone facade and and a wrought iron campanile.

Parquette flooring, a stone fireplace, and traditional European furniture decorate a study.

Surrounded by vineyards and bougainvillea, the Domaine de Beaumont overlooks a vast park with trees, numerous ponds and fountains, an olive grove, aviaries, and spectacular flower gardens. The view of the provençal villages below is breathtaking and takes eyes right to the star of the riviera: the sea.

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The property is listed through Sotheby’s International Realty.

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