Category: Articles

15 Certificate Programs That Lead to High-Paying Jobs in Under a Year

Kirsten Chorpenning on June 22, 2026

Discover the programs that can fast-track your career and boost your income — no need for a traditional degree.

At 65, Alan Is Tired. He Works Full-Time, Has $450K Saved and a Paid-Off Mortgage. Can He Retire Now? From Ramsey to Orman, Here’s What 9 Experts Say.

Kendall Blythe on June 23, 2026

Think you know the answer? You may be surprised.

These Hidden Factors Are Driving up Your Lawn Care Costs This Year

Sav Maive on June 22, 2026

Discover how your local climate can drastically affect your annual lawn care bills.

MANGOS: Wall Street’s Hot New Stock Basket Includes Two That Aren’t Ripe Yet

Kendall Blythe on June 22, 2026

If you think you should invest in an acronym, get some professional help.

Here’s Who Gets Social Security Payments on June 24

Fernando Cervantes Jr. and USA TODAY on June 22, 2026

If your birthday falls between the 21st and last day of the month, your June Social Security check arrives Wednesday — plus the full SSI payment schedule through 2026.

She’d Rather Visit Vietnam Than Pay for a ‘Big, Fancy Wedding’

Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on June 22, 2026

A LendingTree survey found 84% of Americans are worried about affording their ideal trip — yet 40% are still planning to go, sacrificing dining out, gym memberships, and even big weddings.

National Parks Are Beautiful – but Not Without Dangers. How to Be Safe

Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on June 21, 2026

Three hikers died from heat illness at the Grand Canyon this month — here’s what every park visitor should know before hitting the trail.

Prime Day Starts Soon: 7 Ways to Tell a Real Deal From a Fake

Stacy Johnson CPA on June 21, 2026

Amazon’s “best discounts of the year” are facing a fake-pricing lawsuit. Here’s how to verify any deal yourself.

Last Chance to File a Claim in the Krispy Kreme Data Breach Settlement

Gabe Hauari, Mike Snider and USA TODAY on June 21, 2026

Former and current Krispy Kreme employees whose Social Security numbers were stolen in a 2024 breach have until June 22 to claim up to $3,500.

We Made These 13 Costly Travel Mistakes So You Don’t Have To

Josh Rivera and USA TODAY on June 21, 2026

USA Today staffers share 13 real-trip disasters — from hotels selling paid rooms to a $900 airline payday — and the money-saving lessons that came out of each.

The ‘Magic Number’ for a Comfortable Retirement Just Got Bigger

Daniel de Visé and USA TODAY on June 21, 2026

The new retirement ‘magic number’ hit $1.46 million in 2026, yet most Gen Xers nearing retirement have saved less than four times their annual income.

Ford Leads Among Carmaker Recalls So Far in 2026. Here’s Why

Keith Laing and USA TODAY on June 20, 2026

Ford has issued 51 recalls since January — nearly triple the next closest automaker — and a 2024 federal consent order explains why the gap is so wide.

Avis Car Rental Could Pay You Up to $5K. How to Claim Before Deadline

Greta Cross and USA TODAY on June 20, 2026

Eligible Avis customers whose data was exposed in a 2024 breach have until June 21 to file a claim for up to $5,000 in reimbursement.

How to Access Retirement Savings Early Without the Penalty

Medora Lee and USA TODAY on June 20, 2026

Two little-known IRS rules let you tap your 401(k) before age 59½ penalty-free — but one locks you in for at least 5 years and retroactively penalizes even a single miscalculation.