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Why a Lack of a Home Budget Is a Financial Time Bomb — and How to Fix It
Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) on October 9, 2026
You need a home improvement budget, and you can set one up with these simple steps.
10 Easy Grocery Swaps That Will Save You Big Money
Donna Freedman on October 9, 2026
Supermarket prices are out of control. Fortunately, a few simple changes can help save your food budget.
What to Expect in a Second Job Interview and How to Nail It, According to Experts
Jamela Adam (The Penny Hoarder) on October 9, 2026
Experts weigh in on how you can make an outstanding impression in a second interview.
Zuckerberg Already Knows Too Much About You. 5 Reasons Not to Hand Him Your Wallet.
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 9, 2026
Meta’s new AI wants your inbox, your card and your bank account. What’s protecting all that isn’t what you’d think.
$11 Million in Assets and Still Living Month to Month: Ramit Sethi’s Test to Run Before You Retire
Kendall Blythe on October 9, 2026
A seven-figure net worth didn’t save them. The check that exposed the problem takes an afternoon.
A 10×10 Storage Unit Costs $965 a Year. 6 Signs It’s Time to Empty Yours
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 9, 2026
Most people rent one for “just a few months.” Years later, the rent has outrun what’s inside.
Student Loan Forgiveness Is a Ticking Tax Bomb Again, Study Warns
Medora Lee and USA TODAY on October 9, 2026
Borrowers who earn income-driven repayment cancellation could owe an extra $6,000 to nearly $12,000, and low-income families may lose thousands in tax credits.
Your AirTag Knows Where Your Bag Is. So Why Doesn’t the Airline?
Christopher Elliott, Special to USA TODAY on October 9, 2026
Airlines mishandled about 24 million bags in 2025, and experts say a two-tracker strategy plus a few photos at check-in can speed up recovery.
Social Security Reports Short 7-Minute Phone Waits, but That’s Not the Whole Truth
Kendall Blythe on October 9, 2026
Here is what the inspector general counted instead, and how to skip the line if you need to.
Half of Pre-Retirees Lack an Updated Retirement Plan. An Advisor Is Not the Only Fix
Kendall Blythe on October 9, 2026
However, those with advisors feel better prepared.
‘They Were Tracking Us.’ ICE Tracks Protesters in Secret Database
Nick Penzenstadler and USA TODAY on October 8, 2026
A USA TODAY records lawsuit turned up a 60-entry “Agitator Log” of protesters’ faces, cars and license plates, despite months of official denials.
Cash App $15M Settlement Payments Are Coming. See Who Will Get a Check
Mike Snider and USA TODAY on October 8, 2026
The $15 million agreement covers a 2021 breach affecting 8.2 million customers, but only people who filed claims by November 2024 are eligible.
Buyers Want Hybrids as Gas Prices Rise. VW SUV Fans Will Have to Wait
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on October 8, 2026
Hybrid sales jumped 23% in a year, while Volkswagen’s two best-selling SUVs may not get gas-saving versions for another two to three years.
5 Things You Should Almost Never Buy in Retirement
Marilyn Lewis on October 8, 2026
These expenses just don’t make sense for most retirees.
The Essential Health Screening Checklist for Women Over 50
Kendall Blythe on October 8, 2026
You’ve come this far — now prepare yourself for the next half-century.
How to Build a DIY Retirement Plan — and Why You Shouldn’t Do It Alone
Scott Staton on October 8, 2026
You don’t need a professional to help you get your plans on solid ground, but you do need some help.
Workout Drink Recalled for Illegal Amphetamine-Like Substance
Mary Walrath-Holdridge and USA TODAY on October 8, 2026
The FDA says the powders contain DMAA, a banned stimulant linked to cardiovascular risks; customers can return affected tubs for a full refund.
Apple Says Some AT&T Users’ iPhone 18 Pro Max Phones Must Be Replaced
Mike Snider and USA TODAY on October 8, 2026
Apple says a software patch won’t revive phones already stuck in SOS mode, and affected owners must pursue a replacement.
Which SUVs Combine Safety, Reliability and Value?
Charles Singh and USA TODAY on October 8, 2026
The Honda HR-V starts at $26,600, while the Forester and Tucson each come in under $30,000 before you weigh safety ratings and reliability.
How Mark Cuban’s Drug Prices Compare to Corporate-Owned Pharmacies
Ken Alltucker and USA TODAY on October 8, 2026
A separate study found insured shoppers with copays of at least $15 could save by paying cash at direct-to-consumer pharmacies nearly 80% of the time.
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