Recreational vehicle (RV) rentals tend to be expensive, yet I recently managed to rent a five-person RV in Las Vegas for only $1 per day. In addition to this low daily rate, the rental company reimbursed all of my gas receipts and provided a $100 travel allowance.

So, I was practically paid to rent an RV.

Read more at The Points Guy.

A relaxing dip in a hot tub may sound like the ideal way to spend a cool summer night. But in rare cases, danger may lurk beneath those soothing jets: Hot tub use has been linked with several types of infections and injuries. Here are five ways you can get hurt in a hot tub.

Read more at Live Science.

Do you have anxiety? Have you tried just about everything to get over it, but it just keeps coming back?

Perhaps you thought you had got over it, only for the symptoms to return with a vengeance? Whatever your circumstances, science can help you to beat anxiety for good.

Read more at Science Alert.

Whether you commute to work by foot, car, train, bus or bike, a backpack is a convenient, comfortable and very popular way to carry work essentials. With so many backpacks to choose from, it can be tough to find a functional one that meets your work requirements, but also suits your style and doesn’t make you look like you’re about to head out for a hike. Choosing the right one can help you stay organized, keep your gear and valuables safe and protected, and also complete that professional look that you’re going for. We’ve researched the options and have come up with the best backpacks for various work situations and budgets. Whatever your professional and personal needs, here’s a great start to finding the perfect work backpack.

Read more at The Balance.

Starting or growing a business takes money, which means entrepreneurs often need to explore outside sources of funding. Sometimes, it makes sense to find investors to share the financial risk. But if you don't want to give up any profits or can't find anyone to invest, borrowing may be your only option. 

If you decide to take on debt, following these six steps will help you to find the right loan without jeopardizing your company's future with debt that's too expensive to repay. 

Read more at The Motley Fool.

Yesterday, the Federal Reserve Board raised its benchmark short-term interest rate by 0.25%; additional rate hikes are expected later this year and next year. This news may have you thinking about buying bank certificates of deposit (CDs) or bonds for your retirement portfolio, to take advantage of the higher rates. Which is best for you?

CDs and bonds can generate income and reduce risk for your portfolio. This is especially important during retirement when a large investment loss could reduce income and increase the odds of outliving your savings. When deciding whether to purchase CDs or bonds, you need to consider the different types of investment risks.

Read more at Forbes.

In my 44 years advising investors, some key questions keep popping up. They go like this: “I hold a lot of Company X. What do you think of it? Should I keep it?”

My opinion isn’t relevant. But here’s what is: If you hold more than 5% of your total portfolio value in any one stock, it's too much. Trim it, regardless of anyone’s views, even your own or mine.

Read more at USA Today.