Owen Chase, Author at The Outlier Model

15 Common Household Appliances That Use More Energy Than You Think

Owen Chase / April 26th, 2024 / No Comments

In our daily lives, household appliances are indispensable yet often overlooked energy consumers. This guide sheds light on the surprising electricity usage of 15 essential household appliances found in your home. From refrigerators and dryers to air conditioners and space heaters, each plays a crucial role but at a significant energy cost. Look into them, and thank us later! Refrigerators These culinary...

Posted in: Home

12 U.S. Airports With the Most Flight Delays and Cancellations

Owen Chase / April 25th, 2024 / No Comments

If you’ve ever found yourself endlessly pacing at the gate or incessantly refreshing your flight status, you’re not alone. Airports across the U.S. can sometimes feel like they’re in a league of their own regarding flight delays and cancellations. The reasons vary from fogged-in runways on the West Coast to snowstorms blanketing the East, but the frustration is universal. Therefore,...

Posted in: Travel

Frugal Money Habits That Are Actually Making You Poorer

Owen Chase / April 16th, 2024 / No Comments

Pinching pennies could indeed be pinching your budget even harder. In fact, some frugal habits, with their siren songs of savings, can end up being financial pitfalls in disguise. We’re breaking down these deceptively costly habits, one hilarious revelation at a time. Come on, and let’s flip the script on saving! Skipping Professional Help When we opt to DIY everything, from plumbing to taxes,...

Posted in: Personal Finance

Why Your Grandparents’ Hobbies Are Making a Huge Comeback

Owen Chase / April 12th, 2024 / No Comments

In a world where the latest tech gadget seems to become obsolete faster than you can say “TikTok,” there’s a growing trend of slowing down and getting back to basics. We’re talking about our grandparents’ hobbies—those time-honored pastimes. Why? Because in the rush of the digital age, there’s something incredibly grounding about engaging in activities that require...

Posted in: Family