Author: Marilyn Lewis
7 of the Best Places for Retiring in California
Marilyn Lewis on August 21, 2023
It’s never too early to think about where to retire, and the Golden State, while expensive, still beckons to many.
How To Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck in 8 Steps
Marilyn Lewis on August 15, 2023
Is your paycheck gone the moment you get it? Here’s how to break that vicious cycle.
6 Things You Should Know Before Buying a Home in Retirement
Marilyn Lewis on August 14, 2023
A little knowledge helps you overcome key obstacles when buying new digs during your golden years.
The 7 U.S. Counties With the Oldest Residents
Marilyn Lewis on July 10, 2023
Why is the U.S. graying? Blame it on our low national birth rate, which has declined steadily over the past couple of decades.
The 10 Most Popular Home Upgrades for Aging in Place
Marilyn Lewis on July 7, 2023
Why do some of these upgrades get so much attention? In a word: Safety. A few million older people visit emergency rooms annually for injuries from falls.
32 Products You Should Always Buy Generic
Marilyn Lewis on July 6, 2023
These no-name products are at least as good as the branded competitors — and nearly always cheaper.
12 Ways to Lower Your Cooling Costs This Summer
Marilyn Lewis on July 4, 2023
With the right window coverings, insulation and more, you can be more comfortable for less money.
The Best Day of the Week to Go Grocery Shopping
Marilyn Lewis on June 30, 2023
Here’s how to plan your grocery shopping trip so that it suits your particular needs.
10 Things Successful Retirees Do Differently
Marilyn Lewis on June 29, 2023
These habits and characteristics can help put you on the track to success in your golden years.
10 Financial Perks of Getting Older
Marilyn Lewis on June 27, 2023
You’ve probably heard of senior discounts, but did you know that your age might earn you an exemption from jury duty?
22 Mistakes That Send Energy Bills Soaring
Susan Ladika and Marilyn Lewis on June 19, 2023
Implementing these fixes will save you cold, hard cash all year long.
This Homemade Meal Is Cheap, Healthful and Requires No Cooking
Marilyn Lewis on June 6, 2023
This is a delicious, easy dish to add to your repertoire.
The 10 Smartphones Hardest to Repair on Your Own
Marilyn Lewis on June 6, 2023
It took 60.3 minutes on average to repair the device that’s the worst in this lineup.
8 Ways You Are Wrecking Your Major Appliances
Marilyn Lewis on May 19, 2023
Some appliance failures are beyond our control, but plenty are self-inflicted.
33 Home Upgrades That Cost Less Than $100
Marilyn Lewis and Kari Huus on May 17, 2023
A little money goes a long way with these imaginative projects. You can do most of them yourself.
10 U.S. Counties With the Highest Property Taxes
Marilyn Lewis on May 8, 2023
Here’s a chance to stack your property tax rate against the very highest in the country.
7 Tips for Building an Emergency Food Supply
Marilyn Lewis on April 26, 2023
Is your pantry well-prepared for emergencies? Knowing what to stock up on for emergencies can be a difficult task, but we’re here to help.
10 Cars That Cost More Used Than New
Marilyn Lewis on April 19, 2023
The average lightly used car is priced at 8.1% less than new versions, a big improvement over a year ago. But these models are exceptions.
8 Ways to Use Google Maps You Might Not Know
Marilyn Lewis on April 17, 2023
This popular map program is so woven into daily life that you may not give it much thought. But these tips may surprise you.
The 5 Best and 5 Worst Places for Electric Vehicles
Marilyn Lewis on March 30, 2023
These metro areas have the most (or fewest) EV chargers per resident.
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