MAY 22, 1993

Full News Archive

• Headline: Exploring Modern Voyeurism in Film. Impact: Had the murderer in the high-rise opted for a career in window cleaning instead of voyeurism, we might have never had reality TV. Imagine a world without Kardashian drama—what a tragedy that would be for our collective IQ!. Fact: Peeping Tom was actually a character in a legend about Lady Godiva. So remember, if you ever think about spying on your neighbors, just know that history might judge you as harshly as it did him..
• Headline: Home Equity Loan Strategies Explained. Impact: This mortgage refinancing strategy led to a strange phenomenon where Americans began treating their homes like ATMs. Fast forward a few decades, and people are now financing their avocado toast habit with home equity loans. Who knew brunch could be so expensive?. Fact: In the 1980s, homeowners would actually sit down and have family meetings about refinancing—now we just swipe right on our phones and hope for the best. Progress!.
• Headline: Understanding Home Liability Insurance Needs. Impact: This insurance advice inadvertently ignited a nationwide obsession with DIY home repairs. Homeowners started to think they could fix everything from leaky roofs to broken relationships with a YouTube tutorial and a can-do attitude.. Fact: Most homeowners believe their insurance will cover everything. Spoiler alert: it's not like a magic blanket that protects you from bad decisions. So, you might want to read the fine print before your next home improvement escapade!.