Author: 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).
The 10 Most Popular Streaming TV Services of 2020
Chris Kissell on January 22, 2021
Thinking of joining a streaming service in 2021? Here are viewer favorites from last year.
5 Tips to Keep a Mask From Fogging Up Your Glasses
Chris Kissell on January 22, 2021
These techniques range from free to low-cost.
12 Diseases That Are Common in Seniors Who Get COVID-19
Chris Kissell on January 22, 2021
Seniors with these chronic conditions are more likely to be hospitalized due to the coronavirus, according to new Medicare data.
These 10 Postal Price Hikes Start Next Week
Chris Kissell on January 21, 2021
Starting on Jan. 24, the price of various mail and shipping services will rise.
10 States Where Shoppers Love to Get Cash Back
Chris Kissell on January 20, 2021
These folks could teach us a thing or two about getting cash back from purchases.
5 States Lowering Taxes This Year and 2 Raising Them
Chris Kissell on January 20, 2021
State personal income tax rates, brackets and deductions just changed in these places.
Does Wearing 2 Masks Protect You Better From COVID-19?
Chris Kissell on January 20, 2021
A growing number of people are wearing two masks instead of just one. Should you join them?
Why More Money Really Does Make You Happier
Chris Kissell on January 20, 2021
A new study finds that contrary to popular belief, accumulating wealth increases your well-being.
This Is When the Most People Start Taking Social Security
Chris Kissell on January 20, 2021
Both men and women are most likely to claim benefits at this age.
This Is America’s New Favorite Grocery Store
Chris Kissell on January 19, 2021
Consumers say a familiar name has become their go-to source of grocery items.
3 Retailers Telling Customers to Keep Returned Items
Chris Kissell on January 19, 2021
The next time you want to return an item to one of these giant retailers, you may get a freebie instead.
7 ‘Money-Saving’ Moves That Cost You in the Long Run
Chris Kissell on January 19, 2021
There are times when pinching pennies can backfire. Are you robbing yourself in any of these ways?
76% of People Who Don’t Fret Over Money Report Doing This
Chris Kissell on January 19, 2021
Want to get rid of money stress? Try this.
2 Financial Woes That Can Signal the Start of Dementia
Chris Kissell on January 18, 2021
These money management issues can hint at dementia years prior to diagnosis, a new study finds.
Longer Trips to These Stores May Raise COVID-19 Risk
Chris Kissell on January 15, 2021
An airborne-disease expert recommends leaving this type of store within a half-hour.
IRS Delays Tax Season Start Date
Chris Kissell on January 15, 2021
You will have a wait a bit longer for your federal income tax return to get to the IRS this year. Here’s why.
Why More People May Buy Life Insurance in 2021
Chris Kissell on January 14, 2021
A little-noticed change at the end of 2020 has suddenly made life insurance more appealing for some.
Taking a Multivitamin? Here’s Why You Should Reconsider
Chris Kissell on January 14, 2021
A new study has bad news for the millions of Americans who spend money on multivitamins.
11 Cars With the Best Mileage in Their Class
Chris Kissell on January 14, 2021
Some of these cars get more than 100 miles per gallon.
21 Surprising Things You Can Pay for With an HSA
Chris Kissell on January 13, 2021
You can slash expenses from Medicare premiums to acupuncture with a health savings account.
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