World Cup ticket prices are sky-high and the overall cost of going to one of the 104 World Cup matches is growing more prohibitive with every new development as the tournament approaches.
The holiday season sparks a significant increase in consumer spending. This year, Black Friday alone saw consumers shell out a record US$11.8 billion. It's the time of year when many Americans make purchases to decorate for the holidays - lights, ornaments and Christmas trees.
In Los Angeles, thousands of families face long commutes due to unaffordable housing, spending over $14,000 annually on transportation while red tape obstructs housing development near transit.
