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).
7 Types of Retirees Who Claim Social Security Early
Chris Kissell on September 27, 2021
How many of these traits do you share with retirees who take their benefits ASAP?
6 Retailers That Will Reward You for Getting a Flu Shot in 2021
Chris Kissell on September 24, 2021
If staying healthy is not enough motivation to get a flu shot, how about a freebie?
HBO Max Is 50% Off Through Sunday
Chris Kissell on September 24, 2021
The ad-free version of HBO’s streaming service is available at a price we seldom see.
Costco Is Putting Limits on These 4 Products
Chris Kissell on September 24, 2021
A host of factors has made it difficult to keep certain items on store shelves.
Retirees in This City Can Save $535,000 by Downsizing
Chris Kissell on September 24, 2021
In some metro ares, you can save big by living a little smaller.
PayPal High-Yield Savings Account Coming Soon
Chris Kissell on September 23, 2021
A new app also will offer a loyalty rewards program to PayPal users.
Travelers Say These Are the Best U.S. Airports
Chris Kissell on September 23, 2021
Customer satisfaction at airports is sinking, but not everywhere.
4 Car Features That Can Make Driving More Dangerous
Chris Kissell on September 22, 2021
Some things that are supposed to make driving easier also raise crash risks.
11 Countries Where Life Expectancy Decreased in 2020
Chris Kissell on September 22, 2021
These developed nations have seen lifespans shrink, and COVID-19 is not the only factor behind the problem.
8 Things Unvaccinated People Can’t Do Anymore
Chris Kissell on September 21, 2021
From attending college to enjoying a Broadway play, if you haven’t been jabbed, you aren’t welcome.
Amazon Releases 3 New Kindle Paperwhite Devices
Chris Kissell on September 21, 2021
The new e-readers offer a larger display and numerous other upgrades.
10 Cities With the Worst Auto Theft Rates
Chris Kissell on September 21, 2021
Want to keep your car from being stolen? Try to avoid one region of the U.S.
The 10 Best Places to Retire in Florida
Chris Kissell on September 21, 2021
Florida remains a top retirement hotspot in the U.S. These cities are the best of the best.
10 Cities Where Rent Is Skyrocketing
Chris Kissell on September 20, 2021
Some of these locations have seen rents leap by 25% or more.
Government Extends Health Insurance Sign-Up by 30 Days
Chris Kissell on September 20, 2021
Two other changes also have been made for the upcoming open enrollment period for Affordable Care Act plans.
Will a New Bill Make Investing in ETFs Less Attractive?
Chris Kissell on September 18, 2021
A proposal in Congress could “potentially alter the entire U.S. fund landscape,” according to one report.
The 10 Most Lucrative College Majors in 2021
Chris Kissell on September 17, 2021
Starting pay for new grads with these degrees is as much as 50% higher than average.
10 Things Preventing People From Buying a Home Today
Chris Kissell on September 17, 2021
Today’s renters say some key factors are stopping them from becoming homeowners.
Is the Color of Your Turn Signal Putting You in Danger?
Chris Kissell on September 16, 2021
Chances are good that the car you drive puts you at a higher risk for accidents than is necessary.
Vanguard ‘All-in-One Bond Solution’ Coming Soon
Chris Kissell on September 15, 2021
The actively managed mutual fund has a conservative-to-moderate risk profile.
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