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Afraid of High Halloween Candy Prices? Save With a Sweet Tax Loophole

and on October 26, 2026

Hershey’s Kisses can carry up to a 7% tax in some states, while a Twix bar may ring up tax-free, depending on where you shop.

Your Eye Doctor Owes You Something Free. It Can Cut What You Pay for Glasses

on October 26, 2026

Federal law says you get it before anyone pitches you a frame. Plenty of patients leave without it, and pay for that later.

How Long Can I Reduce My Student Loan Interest Rate?

and on October 26, 2026

Enrolling in auto pay before Dec. 31 could cut your student loan rate by 1% through June 2028, but only if you meet every eligibility rule.

Over 68,000 Lexus Vehicles Recalled. See the Affected Models

and on October 26, 2026

Owners of 2022-2024 Lexus NX models can get a free software fix at the dealer, and notification letters are expected by Dec. 7.

Overspending on Streaming Services? Here Are 3 Ways to Rein It In

on October 26, 2026

For many Americans, streaming spending is starting to look like the cable bills they wanted out of.

Here’s the New Longevity Target Most Americans Don’t Budget For

on October 26, 2026

Discover how longer lifespans are reshaping retirement planning and how long your finances need to hold out.

Starbucks Announces Red Cup Day Date, Return of Viral Bearista Cups

and on October 26, 2026

Starbucks’ collectible reusable cup arrives Tuesday, Nov. 17, and last year’s bonus was a 10-cent discount for bringing any cup back.

Scare Up a Halloween Food Deal. See Where to Find Freebies, Discounts

and on October 26, 2026

Burger King’s BOGO Whopper Jr., Krispy Kreme’s costume-day freebie, and a $6 Chipotle entrée highlight the deals stretching across Halloween weekend.

Bank of America’s CEO Says Customers Can Get ‘4%+’ on Spare Cash. Most Savings Accounts Don’t Come Close

on October 26, 2026

The typical U.S. savings account still pays well under 1%, and closing the gap comes down to one decision.

11 Insurers Are Leaving Obamacare Markets for 2027. Is Yours One of Them?

on October 26, 2026

If your insurer is leaving and you do nothing by Dec. 15, a plan you didn’t choose could start Jan. 1.

Home Repair Costs Jumped 76% in a Decade. 6 Ways to Keep Your Costs Down

on October 26, 2026

Three-quarters of these projects are paid for straight out of savings, but you can minimize those withdrawals.

Social Security Payments Go Out Oct. 28. Who Gets One?

and on October 26, 2026

Payments on the fourth Wednesday go to beneficiaries born between the 21st and 31st, and SSI arrives two days early this month.

‘They Make People Feel Less Vulnerable’: Why Americans Side Hustle

and on October 26, 2026

A laid-off Nashville publicist now earns about $4,000 a month driving riders, and he’s considering making that side hustle his main gig.

Here Are 5 Reasons Why a $1,000 Car Payment Is a Bad Idea

and on October 26, 2026

Edmunds finds more than 20% of new-car borrowers now take on four-figure monthly payments, and the real cost can climb toward $1,500.

The Healthiest Types of Halloween Candy, According to Experts

and on October 26, 2026

A single package of Reese’s peanut butter cups holds 21 grams of added sugar, more than double the federal per-meal guideline.

Clocks Fall Back Nov. 1. 6 Ways to Keep It From Wrecking Your Sleep

on October 26, 2026

Everybody loves the extra hour. Stanford researchers say the switch itself is the problem, and the fix starts the morning after.

More Wonka Candy Is Coming to Life. Here’s How to Win a Golden Ticket

and on October 26, 2026

Ferrero’s new limited-edition Wonka treats hit stores in November, and a QR code offers a shot at a trip for four to Las Vegas.

A Record 769,000 Fidelity Savers Are Now 401(k) Millionaires. What Changes When the Balance Is That Big?

on October 26, 2026

The tax break that helped the money grow comes due in retirement, on a schedule you do not fully control.

‘Leaky Gut’ Isn’t a Medical Diagnosis. Here’s What It Really Means

and on October 25, 2026

Social media blames ‘leaky gut’ for everything from bloating to eczema, but no reliable test can identify it, and the real culprit is what matters.

Why Women Delay Mammograms – and How 2 Radiologists Hope to Help

and on October 25, 2026

Radiologists are redesigning screening around pain, anxiety and scheduling, and one is testing a 30-second CT scan as a mammogram alternative.

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