Chris Kissell

I am the founder of Words At Work, LLC, a writing, editing and consulting company based in Colorado. In the past, I worked as senior editor at Bankrate and senior managing editor at Insurance.com. I've also written for and worked closely with U.S. News & World Report, GOBankingRates, CreditCards.com, QuinStreet and many other websites and publications.
I've lived in Minneapolis (too cold), South Florida (too hot) and Denver (just right).

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Challenging a Medical Bill Usually Pays Off, Study Finds

on March 29, 2023

An overwhelming majority of people are successful in getting some charges reversed, a new survey finds.

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4 American Values That Are Fading Fast

on March 29, 2023

Principles that have guided the nation since its founding no longer are very important to millions of Americans, according to new polling.

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10 Places With the Most Home Sellers Slashing Prices

on March 29, 2023

Sellers are bowing to reality and cutting their asking prices in these big markets.

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5 Food Ingredients That Should Be Outlawed, Consumer Reports Says

on March 29, 2023

California is considering banning these additives that have been linked to health issues.

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Beware This Common Social Security Planning Mistake

on March 29, 2023

Americans wildly miscalculate this aspect of their Social Security benefits.

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10 Housing Markets That Are Cooling Fastest

on March 29, 2023

These metro areas — all located in the same region of the country — are cooling after years of frenzied activity.

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The 10 Most Affordable Housing Markets for Single Women

on March 28, 2023

In these cities, a woman making a typical salary has a better shot at purchasing her piece of the American dream.

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America’s Retirement Score Is Declining: Here’s Why

on March 28, 2023

Find out how many Americans are on track — and how many are in danger of seeing their retirement derailed.

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10 of the Best Cities for Single Retirees

on March 28, 2023

These cities are among the best bets for seniors hoping to find love.

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4 Factors Driving How Americans Retire in 2023

on March 27, 2023

These are the things that determine how, when and where people retire.

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The Top 10 Housing Markets for 2023, According to Zillow

on March 27, 2023

The housing market is likely to remain cool in many places, but these markets will lead the way to a warm-up in 2023.

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Americans Say This Is Their New, Post-Pandemic Retirement Age

on March 25, 2023

Changing life conditions are pushing workers to reconsider when to begin their golden years.

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Living Near This Type of Restaurant May Boost Stroke Risk

on March 25, 2023

Many older Americans live in areas referred to as “food swamps,” a study finds.

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4 Ways Americans Are Coping With Inflation

on March 24, 2023

Americans feel discouraged about their ability to keep inflation at bay. But that doesn’t mean they aren’t fighting back.

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7 Types of Groceries With the Most ‘Shrinkflation’

on March 24, 2023

Even the government acknowledges that manufacturers are downsizing products while keeping the prices the same.

13% of Older Americans Are Addicted to This Type of Food
13% of Older Americans Are Addicted to This Type of Food

on March 24, 2023

Certain types of people are more prone to struggle with cravings for — and other difficulties with — these foods.

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Can Coffee Keep You Slimmer and Disease-Free?

on March 23, 2023

A morning cup of java might do more than wake you up.

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The 10 Most Common Repairs Home Sellers Make Before Listing

on March 23, 2023

As buyers become choosier, these upgrades can help sell your home.

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Retirement Was Always Supposed to Start at Age 70: Here’s Why That Changed

on March 23, 2023

The notion of retirement beginning at age 70 dates back more than a century. Find out why it eventually changed to age 65.

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These ‘Deep Blue’ States Offer a Surprisingly Good Deal on Property Taxes

on March 23, 2023

When it comes to real estate, these places buck the trend that links higher taxes to progressive politics.

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