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86% of Americans Believe They Know What Their Insurance Policies Cover. They Don’t
Kendall Blythe on September 28, 2026
When was the last time you checked the fine print?
The CFPB Just Hid Millions of Complaints. 6 Ways to Vet a Lender Anyway
Stacy Johnson CPA on September 28, 2026
For years, you could read other customers’ horror stories before you signed. Last month, Washington turned that off.
9 of the Best Cash Back Apps and Sites for Everyday Shopping Rewards
Danielle Braff (The Penny Hoarder) on September 28, 2026
Here’s how to use cash back apps to save a little on everyday spending.
When Do You Get Your SSI Check for October? See the Schedule
Mike Snider and USA TODAY on September 28, 2026
SSI recipients get two payments in October because the November check arrives early, with the schedule also shifting around New Year’s Day
Your Kid’s Free $1,000 Trump Account Has a Catch — I’m a CPA, and Here’s When a 529 or Roth Beats It
Stacy Johnson CPA on September 28, 2026
The free $1,000 is a great deal. But putting your own money in? That’s a different story.
Free Coffee? See the Deals Brewing for National Coffee Day 2026
Gabe Hauari and USA TODAY on September 28, 2026
Rewards members can claim no-purchase freebies, $3 drinks and other limited-time offers, but many promotions require an app or participating location.
These 8 Money Mistakes Can Tank Your Retirement. Take Action Now to Avoid Them.
Marilyn Lewis on September 28, 2026
Take action now to prevent some of the worst financial blunders in your golden years.
The Hidden Risks of Exosome Treatments
Alexandra Frost and USA TODAY on September 28, 2026
The FDA has warned about unapproved exosome products, whose ingredients and long-term safety can be difficult for patients to verify.
Rising Costs Are Changing How Americans Give Back
Betty Lin-Fisher and USA TODAY on September 28, 2026
Survey respondents say unexpected expenses are squeezing donations, but most still give—often by choosing recurring gifts of $25 or less.
New Colon Cancer Screening Rules: When to Start, When to Stop and Which Test to Use
Stacy Johnson CPA on September 28, 2026
The starting age dropped, a blood test joined the list, and there’s now an age doctors say to quit.
6 Reverse Mortgage Myths That Might Keep You From Retiring in Comfort
Kendall Blythe on September 28, 2026
Myth 1: You will lose your home. No, you won’t.
Retirement Is Not the Problem. It’s the Decades That Follow.
Nancy K. Schlossberg, Special to USA TODAY on September 27, 2026
A 96-year-old psychologist who has spent decades studying life transitions reveals the “freedom paradox” — and why total autonomy in your 80s and 90s can feel more like a vacuum than a reward.
SNAP Checks Rise Oct. 1, but New Rules May Mean Benefit Cuts Ahead
Medora Lee and USA TODAY on September 27, 2026
Monthly SNAP maximums rise by as much as $34, but states face new costs that could lead to longer waits and tougher access in coming years.
Sardines Are Packed with Nutrients. But Should You Eat Them Often?
Daryl Austin and USA TODAY on September 27, 2026
A single can provides protein, omega-3s, calcium and vitamin D, but sodium, purines and allergies can make this pantry staple a poor fit for some readers
That Free Gas Postcard in Your Mailbox Could Be a Scam
Susan Tompor and USA TODAY NETWORK on September 26, 2026
A fake $309.64 voucher promise can lead to $5 fees, unauthorized charges and recurring subscriptions that drain your account
Why 2027 Medicare Surcharges May Be Harder to Predict
Medora Lee and USA TODAY on September 26, 2026
A missing inflation reading could shift proposed income cutoffs by $1,000 for individuals and $2,000 for joint filers in 2027.
Flip Out Over These National Pancake Day Deals
Julia Gomez and USA TODAY on September 26, 2026
Several national chains are offering pancakes for $5 or less, but the tastiest bargains come with dine-in rules and limited dates
The 20 Hottest Real Estate Markets in America
Jonathan Jones on September 25, 2026
High prices and fluctuating interest rates can’t keep these housing markets down.
10 Free Services You Didn’t Know Social Security Offers
B.T. Ballenger on September 25, 2026
There’s more to the Social Security Administration than just dishing out retirement benefits.
14 Money Terms to Learn So You Don’t Die Broke
Jim Gold and Marilyn Lewis on September 25, 2026
Want to outlive your money? Ignore these crucial financial concepts.
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