Category: Articles

The 4% Rule Is No Longer Safe for Retirees. Here’s How to Make Your Nest Egg Last.

Scott Staton on June 2, 2026

Learn why the traditional 4% rule may be outdated and strategies to help you maximize your retirement income.

5 Types of People Who Shouldn’t Use an Online Will — and 5 Who Should

Stacy Johnson CPA on June 2, 2026

Online wills are cheap, fast, and legal. They’re also a financial mistake for the wrong person. What’s right for you?

Barking up the Wrong Tree: What Your Pet Insurance Won’t Cover

Kendall Blythe on June 2, 2026

Don’t be surprised at the worst possible moment.

Where to Sell Gift Cards for the Highest Cash Payout, Both Online and Locally

Stephanie Faris (The Penny Hoarder) on June 2, 2026

If you’re not going to make use of that gift card, here’s how to turn it into cash.

Most Kitchen Gadgets Are a Waste of Money. These 5 Are Worth It.

Kendall Blythe on June 2, 2026

Dozens of kitchen innovations promised to change the way you cook, but only a few deserve your countertop space.

Federal Student Loans Change on July 1. Act Now Before Choices Narrow

Medora Lee and USA TODAY on June 2, 2026

If you’re enrolled in SAVE, PAYE, or IBR — or hold a Parent PLUS loan — the clock is ticking: some repayment options vanish permanently on July 1.

The Travel Industry’s ‘Premium Creep’ Is Costing You More

Christopher Elliott, Special to USA TODAY on June 2, 2026

Airlines shrank economy legroom by 4 inches, then sold it back as ‘premium economy’ for $200 — and hotels and cruise lines have mastered the same trick.

Carnival Data Breach Hits Nearly 6 Million Customers

Drew Pittock and USA TODAY on June 1, 2026

Nearly 6 million Carnival passengers had names, passport numbers, and driver’s license data stolen in an April cyberattack the company kept quiet for six weeks.

7 Real-Life Lottery Winners Who Lost It All

Kendall Blythe on June 1, 2026

Do you think you could have handled it any better?

What to Do in the Hours, Days and Weeks After Losing Your Job

Kirsten Chorpenning on June 1, 2026

A layoff isn’t the end of your career. Here are steps to take to get back on your feet.

Over 419,000 Jeep Vehicles Recalled. See the Affected Models

Anthony Thompson and USA TODAY on June 1, 2026

419,000 Jeep Grand Cherokee owners may be driving with a faulty airbag sensor that could delay side airbag deployment in a crash — and most won’t get a warning until it’s already triggered.

401(k) Balances Drop in 2026. See How Your Savings Compare

Susan Tompor and USA TODAY NETWORK on June 1, 2026

Fidelity’s Q1 data puts the average 401(k) balance at $141,000 — down 4% — but nearly 1 in 5 savers still quietly increased their contributions.

Ask Stacy: How Should I Be Investing As I Approach Retirement?

Stacy Johnson CPA on June 1, 2026

The old rules don’t work anymore. Here are six things every investor over 50 needs to get right.

Credit Cards Have Surpassed Debit Cards for Everyday Spending. What Else Are They Good For?

Kendall Blythe on June 1, 2026

Not all credit cards are created equal. The one you choose should be right for you.

Not Sure How to Prep for Hurricanes? A List of Tasks and What to Pack

Brandi D. Addison, Jennifer Borresen, George Petras, Doyle Rice and USA TODAY NETWORK on June 1, 2026

With hurricane season starting June 1, emergency officials say the best time to stock supplies and finalize your evacuation plan is before a storm is ever named.