Author: Donna Freedman

5 Things You Think Could Hurt Your Credit Score — but Don’t
Donna Freedman on April 16, 2020
How many of these myths do you believe?

7 Ways to Use Old Toothbrushes
Donna Freedman on April 14, 2020
Here’s how to get more mileage out of a discarded toothbrush.

Never Buy These 7 Overpriced Cleaning Products Again
Donna Freedman on March 23, 2020
Find out how you can replace these overpriced cleaning supplies for just a few cents.

6 Ways to Keep a Stellar Credit Score in Retirement
Donna Freedman on February 25, 2020
Here’s how — and why — to keep your score high.

12 Ways Retirees Can Earn Passive Income
Donna Freedman on February 9, 2020
These simple ways of earning income without a lot of active, ongoing effort can stretch your retirement dollars.

12 Ways to Save Big at Movie Theaters
Donna Freedman on January 23, 2020
You can pay less — or maybe nothing at all — to see movies if you use these tactics.

7 Reasons You Should Not Claim Social Security Early
Donna Freedman on January 20, 2020
The sooner you claim your Social Security retirement benefits, the more you — and perhaps also your spouse — stand to lose. Here are the stakes.

Resolutions 2020: Crush Your Debt in 3 Simple Steps
Donna Freedman on December 23, 2019
Skip regret and become debt-free in the new year. It takes a little fortitude, but it’s as simple as 1-2-3.

7 Household Uses for Baking Soda
Donna Freedman on December 5, 2019
It keeps the fridge smelling sweet, but there are some incredible and overlooked ways to use baking soda.

5 Common Turkey Cooking Mistakes That Can Make You Sick
Donna Freedman on November 18, 2019
Done right, a Thanksgiving feast creates wonderful memories. Done wrong, it could send someone to the ER.

8 Small Changes That Can Transform Your Life
Donna Freedman on November 15, 2019
Taking these simple steps can revolutionize your health, home, finances and relationships.

Top 5 Activities That People Dream of Doing in Retirement
Donna Freedman on October 21, 2019
No. 1 isn’t visiting grandkids, and No. 4 might surprise you.

Think Money Can’t Buy Happiness? Think Again
Donna Freedman on October 8, 2019
Consider these ways that money brings delight and lasting satisfaction.

7 Simple Household Hacks for Things You Do Every Day
Donna Freedman on September 15, 2019
Save cash and hassles on daily tasks with these easy tricks.

8 Odd State and Local Laws
Donna Freedman on August 22, 2019
Town and state laws and rules can tell you a lot about a place.

A 7-Step Plan to Quit Stressing Out About Your Finances
Donna Freedman on July 11, 2019
Here’s how to take control of your cash — and quit tearing your hair out.

How I Buy Bread for $1 or Less
Donna Freedman on June 21, 2019
Bakery outlets sell multigrain loaves and lots of other products for as little as 50 cents. And no, it’s not old or stale.

The 20 Toughest U.S. Cities for Starting a Career
Donna Freedman on June 18, 2019
Despite their good points, these cities typically make bad launchpads for a career.

10 States Where Elder Fraud Is Worst
Donna Freedman on June 12, 2019
As many as 5 million seniors are ripped off every year. Is your state on this list?

Stop Buying These 7 Household Products That Anyone Can Make
Donna Freedman on May 12, 2019
You could easily save hundreds of dollars a year if not more on everything from greeting cards to hand soap. Here’s how to DIY these everyday items in minutes.
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