Author: Maryalene LaPonsie
7 Things Every Woman Should Know About Social Security
Maryalene LaPonsie on March 15, 2024
Social Security is a gender-neutral program, but here’s a look at factors that may be especially pertinent to women.
11 Huge Retirement Costs That Are Often Overlooked
Maryalene LaPonsie and Dori Zinn on March 12, 2024
Does your retirement budget account for all of these costs?
8 Things Costco Members Can Get for Free
Maryalene LaPonsie on March 11, 2024
Your Costco membership comes with a variety of free services and perks that can save you money.
The 10 Best Places to Retire in Europe, Ranked for Affordability
Maryalene LaPonsie on March 6, 2024
A recent ranking reveals the best European countries for retirees. But which is most affordable?
9 Shopping Mistakes to Avoid at Costco
Maryalene LaPonsie on March 5, 2024
Are you missing out on serious savings at your favorite warehouse club?
12 Tax Deductions You Can Claim Without Itemizing
Maryalene LaPonsie on February 26, 2024
You don’t have to itemize to claim these deductions on your tax return.
5 Ways the IRS Can Fine You
Maryalene LaPonsie on February 14, 2024
How could you end up owing the IRS a penalty? There are more reasons than you might realize.
18 Great Warm and Sunny Places To Retire in the U.S.
Maryalene LaPonsie on February 10, 2024
You don’t need to leave the country to find the perfect warm and sunny retirement spot.
10 Things to Stop Doing If You Want to Live a Long Life
Maryalene LaPonsie on February 9, 2024
If you want to hit age 100, kick these habits to the curb ASAP.
9 Reasons Renting Is Better Than Buying a Home
Maryalene LaPonsie on February 5, 2024
Owning a home has its benefits. But there are compelling reasons — cost, for one — why renting may be smarter.
21 of the Best Things to Buy at the Dollar Store
Maryalene LaPonsie on February 2, 2024
Dollar stores have great bargains on both everyday and occasional purchases.
7 Social Security Benefits You May Be Overlooking
Maryalene LaPonsie on January 31, 2024
There’s more to Social Security than retirement benefits.
9 Awful Things That Can Happen If You Don’t Pay Your Taxes
Maryalene LaPonsie on January 30, 2024
IRS penalties can range from the mildly costly to the truly horrific.
6 Facts Most People Get Wrong About Social Security
Maryalene LaPonsie on January 29, 2024
A survey finds that people misunderstand key provisions of the program.
10 Places Where Social Security Offers the Best Standard of Living
Maryalene LaPonsie and Gillian Manning on January 27, 2024
If you don’t mind rural living, these counties can be ideal places to stretch your Social Security payments.
12 Ways Medicare Coverage Has Changed in 2024
Maryalene LaPonsie on January 27, 2024
Heads-up, Medicare recipients: Your costs have gone up, but your coverage has expanded.
The 10 Best Entry-Level Jobs That Don’t Require a Degree
Maryalene LaPonsie on January 26, 2024
No degree? No problem. You can still earn a good income with these jobs that don’t require a degree.
9 Things That Can Get Your Home Insurance Canceled
Maryalene LaPonsie on January 25, 2024
Insurers may not want to cover your home for these reasons, but you usually have options.
9 Dumb Ways You Are Ruining Your Home Value
Maryalene LaPonsie on January 23, 2024
Beware these mistakes that can drive away potential buyers.
9 Countries With the Most Powerful Passports in the World
Maryalene LaPonsie and Brandon Ballenger on January 16, 2024
People with passports from these nations can easily see more of the world, the latest annual Henley Passport Index finds.
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