Author: Marilyn Lewis
I specialize in writing about personal finance, real estate and retirement. Talk with me at [email protected].
6 Ways Spammers Can Get Your Email Address
Marilyn Lewis on November 14, 2023
Uncover the sneaky tricks spammers use to swipe your email — and learn how to stop them when you can.
7 Crucial Steps To Take the Year Before You Retire
Marilyn Lewis on November 6, 2023
It’s a pivotal time to plan, with income still rolling in and a number of key deadlines ahead.
7 Benefits of Couples Sleeping Separately — and 3 Downsides
Marilyn Lewis on November 4, 2023
More people do it than you might think — for all kinds of reasons.
7 Social Security Rules Everyone Should Know by Now
Marilyn Lewis on October 30, 2023
Confusion over Social Security is a shame, considering how many of us will need this money badly.
9 Bathroom Upgrades for Safety and Comfort
Marilyn Lewis on October 30, 2023
These changes can make a bathroom safer, especially for older people.
9 Factors That Affect the Size of Your Social Security Check
Marilyn Lewis on October 26, 2023
How much money will be in your Social Security retirement check and how much can you keep?
19 Cheap or Free Ways To Cut Your Winter Energy Bills
Marilyn Lewis and Susan Ladika on October 25, 2023
None of these moves requires a big investment, and they all can save you money as the chill sets in.
14 Ways To Maximize Your Social Security Checks
Marilyn Lewis on October 24, 2023
You may qualify for more retirement income than you realize.
10 Common Jobs That Are Safest From AI — for Now
Marilyn Lewis on October 13, 2023
A look at necessary skills for millions of jobs makes one thing clear — there’s an awful lot artificial intelligence still can’t do well or at all.
10 States Where Retirees Have the Biggest Social Security Benefit — and the Smallest
Marilyn Lewis on October 9, 2023
Here’s a quick peek at the average Social Security benefit in both the upper fifth and bottom fifth of states.
15 Surprising Things for Sale at Costco
Marilyn Lewis on October 3, 2023
Some are luxuries, and others are just what you need.
9 Places Where the Most Seniors Are Working
Marilyn Lewis on September 19, 2023
Behind the growing senior workforce are trends such as long lifespans, low fertility rates, aging baby boomers, a labor shortage and the high cost of retirement.
12 Useless Purchases You Need to Stop Making
Marilyn Lewis on September 14, 2023
You might as well flush your money down the loo if you spend it on these things.
5 Ways Couples Can Maximize Credit Card Rewards
Marilyn Lewis on September 12, 2023
Rewards points are good. What’s better? Maximizing those perks by working together.
Here’s the Average Household Wealth at Every Age
Marilyn Lewis on September 6, 2023
How do your savings, investments and other assets compare to those of your peers?
15 Restaurant Chains With the Most Loyal Customers
Marilyn Lewis on September 4, 2023
The ranking considers factors like cleanliness, service, quality, speed of service, menu appeal, brand sentiment, value and, of course, customer loyalty.
7 Ways To Pay Off Your Mortgage Years Earlier
Marilyn Lewis on September 4, 2023
Here’s how to free yourself from your biggest debt faster than you would think possible.
7 Tips To Boost Your Air Conditioner This Summer
Marilyn Lewis on September 4, 2023
Make sure your AC runs as efficiently as possible if you want to stay cool and save money this summer.
10 Keys to a Successful Freelance Career
Marilyn Lewis on August 29, 2023
Covering these essentials will make self-employment more enjoyable and more sustainable.
8 Mistakes That Can Sabotage Your Retirement
Marilyn Lewis on August 29, 2023
Prevent some of the worst financial blunders in retirement by taking action now.
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