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7 Common Appliances That Are Quietly Jacking up Your Power Bill
Stacy Johnson CPA on April 17, 2026
Electricity rates jumped nearly 7% last year. Here are the appliances in your home making it far worse.
5 Gut-Punch Regrets New Retirees Say Are Keeping Them up at Night
Stacy Johnson CPA on April 17, 2026
Over half of recent retirees wish they’d done things differently. Here’s what’s haunting them, and how you can dodge the same traps.
The Rise of ‘No-Reply’ Emails and What It Means for Travelers
Christopher Elliott, Special to USA TODAY on April 17, 2026
After a Canadian wildfire evacuation left one traveler chasing a refund through a wall of automated non-responses, a consumer advocate reveals three workarounds that actually get results.
First-Time Homebuyer? Here Are 10 Metros Where You Might Luck Out
Andrea Riquier and USA TODAY on April 17, 2026
Jacksonville tops Zillow’s April rankings — and in some of these markets, nearly two-thirds of for-sale listings fall within reach of a median-income buyer.
Hyundai Recalls over 94K Vehicles. See Affected Models
Amaris Encinas and USA TODAY on April 16, 2026
Fuel pipe fasteners on four Genesis models — including the G80, G90, and GV80 — may loosen over time and spark a fire, but recall notification letters won’t reach affected owners until June 8.
Kia Recalls over 141,000 Vehicles. See the Affected Model
Fernando Cervantes Jr. and USA TODAY on April 16, 2026
The fuel pipe defect on 2022–2026 Kia Carnival minivans can leak near the fuel rail and ignite — and while dealers will fix it free of charge, recall notification letters won’t go out until June 2.
TSA Weighs Privatizing Some Airport Screening Functions to Avoid Delays
Zach Wichter and USA TODAY on April 16, 2026
TSA officers missed nearly $1 billion in paychecks this fiscal year during the DHS shutdown — while private screeners at contracted airports never missed one, a key detail now driving the push to expand privatization.
Lower Ticket Prices? How the Live Nation Verdict Could Impact Fans
Justin Ravitz and USA TODAY on April 16, 2026
Experts say concerts are unlikely to get cheaper before 2029 — but pending legislation in California, New York, and the U.K. could soon make ticket scalping on StubHub and SeatGeek illegal.
This Social Media Scam Is the ‘Top Threat for the General Public,’ Experts Say
Chris Kissell on April 17, 2026
What some dismiss as a minor inconvenience has become the leading identity crime, with devastating financial and emotional consequences.
4 Ugly Truths About Your 2027 Social Security COLA — and What to Do Right Now
Stacy Johnson CPA on April 16, 2026
Inflation just surged. Your 2027 Social Security raise likely won’t. Here’s the math every retiree needs to see.
4 Health Issues That Precede 99% of Strokes and Heart Attacks
Chris Kissell on April 16, 2026
A study of millions of people reveals that cardiovascular events rarely happen without warning signs.
Reward Ripoff: I Have 4 Million Amex Points. 5 Moves I’m Making Before They Lose More Value
Stacy Johnson CPA on April 16, 2026
I spent decades building this hoard. Amex and the airlines are quietly shrinking it. Here’s my plan.
Why Internet Provider Mergers Are More Popular Than Ever
Eric Chiu on April 16, 2026
Find out what the recent upswing in internet provider mergers and acquisitions means for you.
Trader Joe’s Class Action Settlement Could Pay You $102. Who’s Eligible?
Melina Khan and USA TODAY on April 16, 2026
A 2019 lawsuit over receipts that may have exposed shoppers’ card numbers resulted in a $7.4 million settlement — and eligible customers have until June 9 to file a claim.
Fraud Is on the Rise. Blame AI
Betty Lin-Fisher and USA TODAY on April 16, 2026
A new TransUnion report found that 1 in 6 Americans lost money to digital fraud last year — and AI tools are making these scams faster, cheaper, and more convincing than ever.
6 Ways the Oil Crisis Could Actually Make Your Summer Trip Cheaper
Stacy Johnson CPA on April 16, 2026
Gas is over $4 a gallon and oil spiked past $100 — but here’s why your summer vacation could get cheaper anyway.
Why Spring May Be the Best Time Yet to Buy an Electric Car
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on April 16, 2026
The average new EV discount hit nearly $8,000 in March — nearly matching the federal tax credit Congress axed last fall — and a spring wave of off-lease inventory is stacking even more options on used lots.
Beat the Pain at the Pump With Everyday Strategies From Lawn Care Experts
Jeff Herman on April 16, 2026
Take a lesson from lawn care pros who are fast adapting to high gas prices.
7 Refunds You’re Probably Owed Right Now (and How to Claim Each One)
Stacy Johnson CPA on April 16, 2026
Somewhere right now, the government could be sitting on money with your name on it.
Here Are 7 Options for Free or Cheap Financial Advice
Daniel de Visé and USA TODAY on April 16, 2026
Getting personalized guidance from a certified financial planner doesn’t have to cost a cent — and one option lets you hand over your entire portfolio to a robo-advisor for zero fees.
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