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AI Is Making Job Scams Harder to Spot — and More Expensive for Victims

and on May 21, 2026

Job scam losses soared to $79.5 million in 2025, nearly 10 times the 2021 total, as AI helps fraudsters craft eerily personal pitches at massive scale.

Memorial Day Weekend Will Be More Expensive. Are There Ways to Save?

and on May 21, 2026

Gas hit $4.56 a gallon, ground beef jumped to $6.90 a pound, and hotel costs rose 4.6% — this Memorial Day weekend costs more no matter how you celebrate.

What Is Surveillance Pricing and Why Should Shoppers Care?

and on May 21, 2026

Stores may already be using your browsing history and location data to charge you more than your neighbor for the exact same product.

Could Atlanta Airport Go to Private TSA? City Council Approves Study

and on May 21, 2026

After the government shutdown left TSA officers unpaid for weeks and caused hours-long lines, Atlanta’s city council voted 11-1 to study privatizing airport security to cut costs.

Should You Rent a Car for Your Summer Trip? There Are Pros and Cons

and on May 20, 2026

With gas averaging $4.55 a gallon and new car prices topping $49,000, renting for your road trip could save real money — if you know the tradeoffs.

Why Some US-Bound Travelers Are Being Funneled Through Dulles

, and on May 20, 2026

A new DHS rule requires anyone traveling from Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan to land at Washington Dulles for Ebola health screening — including American citizens returning home.

These Cities Cut Household Debt the Most, WalletHub Finds

and on May 20, 2026

Seven of the top 10 debt-shedding cities in Q1 2026 are in California — and the leader, Santa Clarita, cut household debt by nearly $9,300 per resident.

I’ve Been a CPA for 45 Years: The IRS Just Did Something for Trump It’s Never Done for Anyone.

on May 20, 2026

The IRS just permanently barred itself from auditing one taxpayer’s past returns. After 45 years as a CPA, I’m stunned. I guess there are people above the law.

EV Road Trips: What Drivers Need to Know Before Memorial Day Weekend

and on May 20, 2026

Heat can sap your EV’s range and slow charging sessions — but a simple pre-trip checklist can help you avoid getting stranded over Memorial Day weekend.

Most Memorial Day Sales Are Fake — 6 Ways to Avoid Getting Conned This Weekend

on May 20, 2026

A six-month investigation tracked 25 major retailers and found most sales are pure fiction. Here’s how to spot real deals.

Social Security COLA 2027 Forecast Rises to 3.9% in May

and on May 20, 2026

The latest 3.9% forecast would add roughly $81 a month to average Social Security checks, but seniors say rising costs are already eating up the expected gains.

Gas Could Hit $4.80 a Gallon, Squeezing Summer Travel Plans, Analyst Predicts

and on May 20, 2026

GasBuddy’s top analyst warns that escalating Iran tensions and tight global oil supplies could push the national average past $4.80 a gallon this summer — topping 2022’s record high of $4.43.

I Tested a Service That Fights Your Property Tax Bill — Here’s What Happened

on May 23, 2026

A 2026 survey found 74% of homeowners have never appealed their property taxes. I tried Ownwell myself to find out if it’s worth it. Here’s exactly what happened.

Hamburger Approaching $7 a Pound: 5 Ways to Beat the High Cost of Beef

on May 20, 2026

The era of cheap beef is officially over. Here are battle-tested ways to keep it on your dinner table.

7 Vacation Money Tricks the Travel Industry Hopes You Never Discover

on May 20, 2026

Flight attendants, hotel clerks, and rental agents watch tourists overpay every day. Steal their playbook before your next trip.

Laughed at in the 2000s: 6 Investments That Made a Few Americans Filthy Rich

on May 20, 2026

The rest of us are kicking ourselves.

Your HSA May Be a Ticking Tax Bomb for Certain Heirs. How to Defuse It

and on May 20, 2026

A fully funded HSA can slam a non-spouse heir with the entire balance as taxable income in a single year — but a few strategic moves before death can prevent the hit.

Travelers from This US Airport Can Soon Go Through a Remote TSA

and on May 20, 2026

Boston Logan’s new $9 pilot program lets Metro West travelers clear TSA security in Framingham, then board a direct bus to the gate — no airport security line required.

Toyota’s Best-Selling Hybrid Is among Top Memorial Day Car and SUV Deals

and on May 19, 2026

Three top hybrids — including the Toyota Camry and Hyundai Elantra — are available to lease for $259 to $339 a month this Memorial Day, with total three-year costs under $17,000.

8 Reasons to Retire on Portugal’s Silver Coast

on May 19, 2026

This undiscovered gem is perfect for your golden years.

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