Author: Alex Valdes

5 Colleges Helping Seniors Start New Careers
Alex Valdes on March 16, 2023
It’s never too late to learn, and it could pay off in multiple ways.

Low Living Costs Drew People to These 10 States Amid Record Inflation
Alex Valdes on March 3, 2023
Many people are fleeing to cheaper locales as life gets more expensive.

Retirees Are Flocking to These 10 States
Alex Valdes on February 22, 2023
When the work is done, it’s time for fun — maybe in another state.

9 Places That Will Pay You to Move There in 2023
Alex Valdes on February 17, 2023
Financial incentives beckon for Americans willing to relocate to these areas of the U.S.

3 Things You Shouldn’t Do After Getting Laid Off — and 4 You Should
Alex Valdes on February 15, 2023
It’s tough to lose a job, but there are strategies to help you navigate it.

These 10 States Have the Biggest Homes in America
Alex Valdes on January 27, 2023
Bigger is better for homebuyers in these states.

57 Cities and Counties With Higher Minimum Wages in 2023
Alex Valdes on January 19, 2023
Workers are fighting for better pay across the U.S., and they’re getting it.

10 Jobs That Will Shrink the Fastest Over the Next Decade
Alex Valdes on January 13, 2023
Do you work in these professions? Your livelihood may be in danger.

14 of the Best Money Moves You Can Make in 2023
Alex Valdes on January 5, 2023
Everything seems unpredictable these days. Take control with these savvy financial decisions.

8 Things You Can Get for Free at Pharmacies
Alex Valdes on December 23, 2022
In this age of higher-priced drugs and complex health care systems, a trip to the pharmacy can spark worry. Freebies sure do help.

14 Things You Should Stop Buying in 2023
Alex Valdes on December 21, 2022
These convenient household products come with hidden costs that you might not have considered.

10 Things You Should Know Before Shopping at Trader Joe’s
Alex Valdes on December 20, 2022
There’s a lot that sets TJ’s apart, and they like it that way.

9 Retailers Offering Gift Card Deals in December 2022
Alex Valdes on December 16, 2022
Buy a gift card to give, and get your own piece of the holiday action.

9 Great Places to Retire on a Lake
Alex Valdes on December 8, 2022
You don’t need to break the bank to live near the water.

The 15 Cars Most Likely to Last 200,000 Miles
Alex Valdes on December 1, 2022
These cars, SUVs and trucks definitely are built to last.

The ‘Living Wage’ in Every State
Alex Valdes on September 15, 2022
What hourly wage is needed to live decently in your state?

The 15 Worst Places to Live on Social Security
Alex Valdes on August 30, 2022
Without a decent nest egg, retiring in these locations may be difficult.

10 Worries Keeping Retirees up at Night in 2022
Alex Valdes on August 26, 2022
There’s a lot to worry about in your golden years — but it doesn’t have to be that way.

11 Things Retirees Should Always Buy at Costco
Alex Valdes on July 28, 2022
This leader in bulk shopping is a great place to find discounts in the fixed-income years.

10 Trendy Features That Are Boosting Home Values
Alex Valdes on June 10, 2022
We demand a lot from our homes now, and so do buyers.
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