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#journorequest #PRrequest Summary: Looking for person of color with psoriasis Query: I'm looking for a person of color who lives with psoriasis to feature in an 'Ask the Advocate' piece on advocating for psoriasis care with skin of color. Ideally, I'd like to speak with someone who lives in the USA. I'd conduct an interview to ask about their experiences with psoriasis, including their treatment journey, challenges they've faced, and strategies they've found helpful for advocating for psoriasis care and support as a person of color. I'd also ask whether they have any tips or resources to share with other community members. I'd record and transcribe our interview and select segments to present in a Q&A format, along with a brief bio on psoriasis in people of color plus a short bio of the interviewee. If the person talks about the specific treatments they've tried, the final story will use general descriptors (e.g., topical treatments, biologic) rather than specific medication names. Media Outlet: Healthline Deadline: 3/11/26 9 PM MST Email: reply+69e79d01-0d78-403f-b14d-74e6c6c60a42@helpareporter.com

#journorequest #PRrequest Summary: Need buyer’s agent experienced with late-stage home sale cancellations Query: I’m writing an article about buyers wanting to back out of a home sale at different stages of the closing process and what the financial and legal penalties might be at these different stages (i.e. during contingencies period, after final walkthrough, after closing documents are signed, when the deed is transferred). Any buyer's agents who can speak on their experience with buyers in this situation would be extremely helpful. Questions: 1. Can you walk through a real life case of when a buyer backed out of a home purchase after the final walkthrough? What happened to the earnest money? Was the seller reasonable or did things escalate? 2. Can a buyer back out after signing closing papers if they do so before the deed is recorded? 3. What can a buyer do if they discover issues at the final walkthrough? How is the final walkthrough different than the home inspection? 4. Optional: Do you have any experience with a buyer wanting to back out at or after closing that you could speak on? What was the reasoning for wanting to back out what was the final result? Please respond in full, quotable sentences. Please include your full name and title. Please include a website or some other way to verify your credentials. Requirements: Looking for a buyer’s agent who has experience working with home buyers who have backed out of a real estate sale after the final walkthrough and/or after closing. Media Outlet: Clever Real Estate Deadline: 3/14/26 9 AM MST Email: reply+6703c778-7373-4226-9545-fe5129bf6423@helpareporter.com

#journorequest #PRrequest Summary: Writer seeking a real estate attorney licensed in multiple states Query: Hello, I’m writing an article about buyers wanting to back out of a home sale at different stages of the closing process and what the financial and legal penalties might be at these different stages (i.e. during contingencies period, after final walkthrough, after closing documents are signed, when the deed is transferred). I’m especially interested in gaining some insight from the legal perspective in this scenario, so any answers to my questions below would be very helpful: 1. Can you speak to the legal difference between backing out before vs. after closing documents are signed, plus vs. after the deed is recorded? At what stage in the process is it too late to back out? 2. How common is it for sellers to seek specific performance if a buyer backs out of a home sale? In what situations is it actually pursued vs. when is it just threatened? 3. What does “cold feet” look like from a legal exposure standpoint? 4. What advice or next steps would you give to a home buyer who might be regretful of their purchase, but it is too late to cancel the transaction? Please respond in full, quotable sentences. Please include your full name and title. Please include a website or some other way to verify your credentials. Requirements: A real estate attorney ideally licensed in multiple states or at least one high-volume state like CA, TX, FL, or NY who can speak to experiences with home buyers backing out of a sale and how real estate law governs that process (including penalties and potential legal action.) Media Outlet: Clever Real Estate Deadline: 3/14/26 10 AM MST Email: reply+3bfe7ab8-4075-4783-a17a-2b90c0205965@helpareporter.com

#journorequest #PRrequest Summary: Writer seeking a listing agent who’s had a home buyer back out of sale Query: Hello! I’m writing an article about buyers wanting to back out of a home sale at different stages of the closing process and what the financial and legal penalties might be at these different stages (i.e. during contingencies period, after final walkthrough, after closing when the documents are signed, when the deed is transferred). I’d like to get some insights from a listing agent’s perspective on this scenario. Any examples from real life cases are especially appreciated!

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 1. Could you speak to the emotional and financial impact of a buyer backing out of a home sale from the seller’s side? 2. What are some reasons buyers want to back out of a sale? 3. What can the sellers do about it? 4. Optional: Have you ever had a seller want to back out of a sale? If so, why? What happened as a result? Please respond in full, quotable sentences. Please include your full name and title. Please include a website or some other way to verify your credentials. Requirements: A listing agent who has experience with a buyer backing out of a home sale very close to closing — or wanting to back out just after closing documents are signed. Media Outlet: Clever Real Estate Deadline: 3/14/26 9 AM MST Email: reply+f2b59dd7-5b3d-4c9e-a9ab-5ad4bd23826d@helpareporter.com

#journorequest #PRrequest Summary: Restaurant Tipping – Their Income Based on the Generosity of Others Query: I am proposing an article to the New York Times titled “Restaurant Tipping – Their Income Based on the Generosity of Others – Servers Wouldn’t Have It Any Other Way – But Why?” I will interview restaurant servers to tell me their tipping stories in detail -- the good, the bad, and the ugly I will ask etiquette and financial experts to e-mail answers to these questions. How and when did this income model come about? Why just in restaurants? What is the average hourly wage for restaurant servers in various types of restaurants? What would happen if there was no more tipping and restaurant servers work only for hourly wages? Would they make more or less money? Other thoughts. Media Outlet: The New York Times Deadline: 3/11/26 9 PM MST Email: reply+766a52c4-f21f-4c19-af65-b63df40b619b@helpareporter.com

#journorequest #PRrequest Summary: Experts and Sources Needed for Concert-Related Travel Query: To complete my article, I am looking for experts who can speak to trends in concert-related travel along with sources, studies, and research. I'm interested in travel trends pre- and post-Covid as well including travel for all ages of concert-goers. Was gig-tripping a "thing" long before Taylor Swift and Beyonce? Who started this trend and where? Please include names/titles of experts and dates and sources of trend research. Media Outlet: AAA Magazine Deadline: 3/13/26 11 PM MST Email: reply+9eea23d5-045c-44f3-b08d-0bebd1cc6a37@helpareporter.com

#journorequest #PRrequest Summary: How to use primary colors as an accent in interiors Query: I’m looking for commentary from US-based interior designers about how primary colors (red and yellow in particular) can make a striking accent in an otherwise neutral or pared-back space such as a rustic loft. What is the best way to bring in these bright hues - through ceramics, art or decorative pieces for example? How can you make the look feel intentional but not overwhelmed by color? What is the appeal of primary colors in the design world, and what’s the key to using them stylishly? Media Outlet: Homes & Gardens Deadline: 3/11/26 5 PM MST Email: reply+2536581b-0c8e-4a75-b22f-780bdd2b4a89@helpareporter.com

#journorequest #PRrequest Summary: How to style boucle chairs Query: I’m looking for commentary from US-based interior designers about how a boucle chair can be a statement piece in a room and why the trend is sticking around. Why are they usually curved/organic shapes, and what does this bring to an interior scheme? What’s the benefit of texture, and what does it work well with? How can they help soften a rustic scheme (featuring natural wood, indoor plants, and vintage furniture, for example)? Should you match your sofa or choose a different material/color for contrast? Media Outlet: Homes & Gardens Deadline: 3/11/26 5 PM MST Email: reply+373ebca8-add3-47af-987c-1f08155b7ad9@helpareporter.com

#journorequest #PRrequest Summary: How many hours a day should you have your heating on in spring? Query: I’m looking for quotes from US-based home energy and heating experts about whether there is there an optimum number of hours to have your heating on this spring, to heat your home to a comfortable temperature without over-spending on your energy bills? At what point post-winter should you change your thermostat/heating schedule? What is the most efficient way to heat your home in the spring? Is there a best time of day to turn it on/off? And is it more efficient to leave the heating on at a lower temperature than give it a boost at a higher temperature multiple times a day? Media Outlet: Homes & Gardens Deadline: 3/11/26 5 PM MST Email: reply+67226b99-3aa8-419f-a580-3bdc8b66c4c0@helpareporter.com

#journorequest #PRrequest Summary: Looking for tech expert quotes for a story on iPhone settings Query: Hello, I'm writing a story about "3 iPhone Settings Could Instantly Improve Battery Life" and need expert quotes. If interested, please answer the following questions: - What are three iPhone settings users should adjust to save battery life? - Why? (please include at least 2-3 sentences in each answer) Media Outlet: SheFinds Deadline: 3/12/26 2 PM MST Email: reply+a3bcbc20-0106-4dc9-9a1b-fe5139cd7211@helpareporter.com

#journorequest #Prrequest Summary: Comments Needed: Economists, Political Scientists, and Security Experts Query: Good morning. I'm looking for economists, political scientists, and related professionals who specialize in Latin America relations to share insights for an article examining what Chile's new president means for the U.S. in terms of economic and strategic alignment. I'm only interested in professionals with relevant experience at this time. My main questions are: 1.) How might Chile’s new administration reshape its strategic alignment with the United States in areas such as regional security, trade policy, and diplomatic cooperation? 2.) Do you anticipate new or expanded economic opportunities or risks from a U.S. perspective under Kast’s leadership? 3.) Chile has deep economic ties with China. Do you expect the new government to rebalance toward Washington, maintain neutrality, or continue deepening engagement with Beijing? Thank you for your time and consideration of this important topic. Media Outlet: The Epoch Times Deadline: 3/14/26 7 PM MST Email: reply+a8bd5ddb-831f-4d3b-9749-8dfa1b234e9a@helpareporter.com

#journorequest #PRrequest Summary: Expert quotes about cheating with a partner's sibling -- BORED PANDA Query: Hi! I am seeking quotes about cheating with a partner's sibling. The article is about this Reddit post: reddit.com/r/BestofReddit… Here are my questions: - In cases where someone becomes involved with both a partner and a family member—like a sibling—what psychological or situational factors typically lead to that kind of boundary violation, and what warning signs should people look out for in their own relationships? - When romantic betrayal involves siblings, the fallout can affect the entire family system. From a psychological perspective, how do these situations reshape sibling relationships, and what steps can families take to rebuild trust or set healthy boundaries afterward? - For someone who discovers they’ve been betrayed by both a partner and a family member, what are the healthiest ways to process that kind of double betrayal and move forward emotionally? REQUIREMENTS: Relationship/infidelity experts, family therapists, clinical psychologists, and other related professionals ONLY. Please include a link to your professional bio that you intend to be included in the article. LINK CHANGE REQUESTS AFTER PUBLISHING WILL NOT BE HONORED. The piece goes live on the weekend of March 14. Media Outlet: Bored Panda Deadline: 3/14/26 2 AM MST Email: reply+3b500367-2762-4242-af63-cee1afff7bf8@helpareporter.com

#journorequest #PRrequest Summary: Expert quotes about hair transplants in 2026 -- BORED PANDA Query: Hi! I am seeking experts who can share their insights about hair transplants in 2026. These questions will be addressed to two different sets of experts. For hair transplant surgeons, hair transplant experts, and other related medical professionals: - When people see dramatic before-and-after hair transplant photos online, they may assume the procedure is a quick fix. What are the most common misconceptions people have about hair transplants? - Hair transplants today look far more natural than the ‘pluggy’ procedures people remember from decades ago. What major technological or surgical innovations have transformed hair transplantation over the years, and how have they improved results for patients? For mental health experts: - Many people who undergo hair transplants say the biggest change isn’t just their appearance—it’s how they feel about themselves. From your experience or research, how does restoring hair affect a person’s confidence and social behavior? - Hair loss can be deeply personal. In your experience, what motivates people to finally pursue a hair transplant—and what psychological factors should doctors consider before performing the procedure? REQUIREMENTS: hair transplant surgeons, hair transplant experts, mental health experts, and other related professionals ONLY. Please provide a link to your professional bio that you intend to be included in the article. LINK CHANGE REQUESTS AFTER PUBLISHING WILL NOT BE HONORED. The piece goes live on the weekend of March 14. Media Outlet: Bored Panda Deadline: 3/13/26 2 AM MST Email: reply+38a2d6f7-fe47-4186-a13d-d00db2803340@helpareporter.com

#journorequest #PRrequest Summary: The Expenses You’re Probably Double-Paying for After a Move Query: Real Estate/Finance Experts: I’m writing about the common expenses people accidentally continue paying after moving — from subscriptions to utilities. I’m hoping to identify overlooked costs that can quietly drain hundreds of dollars per year. Interview questions or provide your own commentary: 1. What are some of the most common expenses people accidentally keep paying after they move? 2. How much can these duplicate costs add up to over a year? 3. Are there particular bills or subscriptions that are frequently overlooked during a move? 4. How often do people end up paying overlapping utility bills during transitions? 5. What steps should people take before moving to avoid duplicate charges? 6. What financial accounts or services should be reviewed immediately after relocating? 7. Are there digital tools or methods that can help people track recurring expenses? 8. Have you seen real-world examples of clients paying duplicate expenses for months or years? 9. What quick financial audit should someone do after moving to catch these costs? 10. Do you have anything more to add? Media Outlet: GOBankingRates Deadline: 3/13/26 1 PM MST Email: reply+482970ba-77c3-45bd-8081-de36b9039524@helpareporter.com

#Journorequest #PRrequest Summary: Financially Stable? You Might Be Surprised When You Look at These Criteria Query: This article explores how people define financial stability and the metrics experts actually use to measure it. I’m looking for concrete benchmarks around savings, debt levels and financial resilience that readers can compare themselves against. Interview questions or provide your own commentary: 1. When experts talk about financial stability, what metrics are they usually referring to? 2. How much emergency savings should someone ideally have relative to their monthly expenses? 3. Are there specific debt-to-income ratios that indicate someone is financially stable? 4. How important is retirement savings when evaluating financial stability? 5. What role does consistent cash flow or budgeting play in financial stability? 6. What are some signs someone appears financially stable but actually isn’t? 7. Are there benchmarks or rules of thumb households can use to evaluate their financial health? 8. How does financial stability differ for renters vs homeowners? 9. What is one financial habit that most financially stable households have in common? 10. Do you have anything more to add? Media Outlet: GOBankingRates Deadline: 3/13/26 1 PM MST Email: reply+af833af4-5477-4213-b2ce-3e3e14f9ecab@helpareporter.com

#journorequest #PRrequest Summary: How Much Waiting Until 35 To Invest Costs You in Retirement Query: Retirement Planners/CFPs: I’m writing about the financial impact of delaying investing until age 35. I’m hoping to illustrate the long-term cost in missed compound growth and what late starters can realistically do to catch up. Interview questions or provide your own commentary: 1. How much could someone lose in retirement savings if they wait until age 35 to start investing instead of beginning in their 20s? 2. Can you walk through a simple example comparing someone who starts investing at 25 vs 35? 3. How powerful is compound growth over 30–40 years, and how does starting later affect it? 4. What contribution level might someone need to make to catch up if they start investing at 35? 5. Are there particular retirement accounts that late starters should prioritize? 6. How realistic is it for someone starting at 35 to still build a comfortable retirement? 7. What mistakes do late investors often make when trying to catch up? 8. Are there strategies beyond investing more that can help close the gap (delaying retirement, tax planning, etc.)? 9. What advice would you give someone who feels they started investing too late? 10. Do you have anything more to add? Media Outlet: GOBankingRates Deadline: 3/12/26 5 PM MST Email: reply+be44e978-866a-484f-ae8a-d99c6bccb681@helpareporter.com

#journorequest #PRrequest Summary: X Tax Mistakes Costing Americans an Extra $ Per Year Query: Tax Experts: I’m working on a personal finance article exploring common tax mistakes that quietly increase what Americans pay each year. I’m looking for examples of overlooked deductions, filing errors or planning missteps that could cost taxpayers hundreds or thousands annually. Interview questions or provide your own commentary: 1. What are some of the most common tax mistakes you see that cost Americans money every year? 2. Roughly how much can each of these mistakes cost the average taxpayer annually? 3. Which mistakes tend to affect middle-income households the most? 4. Are there particular filing decisions (standard deduction vs itemizing, timing of income, etc.) that commonly lead to higher tax bills? 5. What mistakes do homeowners frequently make that increase their taxes unnecessarily? 6. What retirement-related tax mistakes can cost people thousands over time? 7. Are there tax planning steps people should take before the end of the year to avoid these mistakes? 8. Can you share a real-world example of a client who corrected a tax mistake and how much it saved them? 9. What simple steps can readers take to reduce their tax bill next year? 10. Do you have anything more to add? Media Outlet: GOBankingRates Deadline: 3/12/26 5 PM MST Email: reply+c5eb6041-8a3c-4d57-89fe-c4c893924878@helpareporter.com

#Journorequest #PRrequest Summary: Endocrinologist to discuss type 2 diabetes topics: burnout and fatigue Query: Looking for an endocrinologist to lend diabetes expertise to two articles for Everyday Health. Topics are how to overcome diabetes burnout and how to manage fatigue with type 2 diabetes. Must be board-certified in endocrinology and currently practicing in the U.S. Must be available for phone or email interview by EOD Thursday 3/12. Media Outlet: Everyday Health Deadline: 3/11/26 9 PM MST Email: reply+77a1df48-63f3-4ae2-9596-a9f14b4fa61b@helpareporter.com

#journorequest #PRrequest Summary: Canadian snowbirds going abroad Query: I'm looking for Canadian snowbirds who have decided to stop heading down to the U.S. each year and have chosen a new destination to get away from the snow. I'm also happy to talk to Canadians who are actively looking for new countries to winter in. Are there any financial or tax questions you're unsure about? Wondering how to make it work? I would love to talk to you. The interview will be conducted by phone or Zoom. About 10-15 minutes. Media Outlet: The Globe and Mail Deadline: 3/12/26 10 AM MST Email: reply+04c8dba4-645e-4190-a20d-ce19e4572ce1@helpareporter.com