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A Non-Permanent Worker's American Journey

An H1-B Visa Brought Timothy Anand Opportunity Alongside Challenges. And Then There's the Driving Thing.

BY Thom FainMarch 5, 2020

Timothy Anand came to the United States from India nine years ago on an H1-B visa, leaving in 2019 due to complexities and shifting policies in the immigration system. He spoke with Fair about his experiences with immigration laws in the U.S., the joys and challeges of his time in America, and how he handled the rampant uncertainty of the H1-B life – including the ever-important matter of getting (and getting rid of) a car.

Fighting For Fair

The Danger of Underwater Trade-Ins

Owe Money After Trading In Your Car? It's Setting a Record Number of Americans Down a Painful Path

BY Ben WoodmanFebruary 27, 2020

When you own a car, annoying financial setbacks of the “whatever” variety happen all the time. But an underwater trade-in can be more than annoying. In fact, it can set off a Mousetrap-style chain reaction as that debt is folded into the next car loan – and often the next. The end result can leave one stuck under a compounding weight of crushing financial pressure. And this very thing is happening to a record number of Americans right now.

Your Flex Life

7 Stresses That Only Parents of Teen Drivers Understand

Why Having Your Kid Behind the Wheel Can Be Truly Anxiety-Inducing

BY Katie KennedyFebruary 20, 2020

If you’re a parent with a new driver living under your roof, one thing’s for certain: You’re going to stress about it big time. You fear the logistics, the lurking danger and of course your teenager’s total lack of fear. And while experts say this is all perfectly normal, it doesn't take the sting out of the long list of pressures you'll find yourself facing as your own almost-adult hits the road.

How We Move

Used Cars Are Having A Moment

Why a Record Number of Prime-Credit Customers Are Choosing Pre-Owned Cars Over New

BY Andy StonehouseFebruary 12, 2020

New cars are losing headway to an unlikely rival: pre-owned cars, which are far more affordable, better-maintained than ever, and often indistinguishable from their right-off-the-assembly-line cousins. Factor in the reduce-and-recycle ethos of today’s modern consumers, and pre-owned cars are increasingly finding themselves in the coveted position as consumer favorites.

Car Stuff

6 Fair Cars For Your (Still Kinda) New Year

Why a Change of Wheels Could Get You Down the Road in 2020

BY Katie KennedyFebruary 3, 2020

The start of a new decade is a calendar change that warrants a life shift or two – specifically your set of wheels! So if you’re into starting the 2020s with a whole new vehicular vibe, here are some solid options on the Fair app to suit the new you. Who is pretty much like the old you, just with a seriously better ride.

Car Stuff

Need a Kid-Friendly Car? Ask This First.

Six Things To Know Before Getting Your 'New Parent' Ride

BY Carly MilneNovember 21, 2019

So you’ve had a baby—congratulations! But is your car ready for your new addition? If you’re still clinging to your sporty two-seater, the answer is probably no. But don’t worry, we’re here to help you pick the right vehicle for your newly expanded family (and, no, you’re not limited to minivans).

Car Stuff

The World’s Most Infamous Cars

Are They So Bad They’re Good? Or Just Plain Bad?

BY Alex CramerNovember 4, 2019

Some cars are remembered because they were such epic failures that they actually became legends. Although their lifespans were short, their names are still remembered. Here, we celebrate those cars in all their boxy/ill-designed/patently unsafe glory.

Money Matters

Will This Affect My Credit?

Ever Panic About What Can Impact Your FICO? This Article is For You.

BY Liz KnuevenOctober 9, 2019

When it comes to the game of financial football that tends to consume our daily lives, we’ve all fumbled. But the penalty for that unpaid electric bill differs from the credit implications of unpaid tolls and other fairly typical financial dings. We've rounded up a few to illustrate which ones could affect your credit score.

Fighting For Fair

Is College Still Worth It?

Overwhelming Debt. Empty Degrees. Brutal Entry-Level Jobs. Why Some Are Rethinking The Purpose Of Higher Education.

BY Carolyn YatesSeptember 27, 2019

Student debt is out of control, full-time jobs for college grads aren’t always readily available, and the nature of work itself is undergoing a major transformation. While many college graduates say their degree was worth it, others aren’t so sure. Fair asked the experts whether or not we should be re-thinking the conventional wisdom on the ROI of academia.

Your Flex Life

Is The Gig Economy Even A Thing?

America’s Part-Time Workers Are Either Exploding In Number Or Staying About The Same. Here’s Why Nobody Really Knows.

BY Carly MilneSeptember 13, 2019

Is the gig economy a menacing force suppressing the economic livelihoods of millions young Americans? Or is it not really a thing at all? The answer has never been less clear, thanks to fresh scrutiny of the study that identified the trend in the first place—led by the very men who originally authored it.

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