8 Legit Ways to Pocket Cash Before Your Kids Wake Up

The house is finally quiet. Use these golden minutes to find the money to fund your next vacation.

20 Grocery Store Items That Have Skyrocketed to Record Prices Since 2020

These are the items contributing the most to a higher grocery bill.

Retiring Solo: 6 Critical Steps to Protect Your Independence

Aging on your own is feasible — if you have a plan.

Here’s When to Splurge on Name Brands and the Items You Should Always Buy Generic

Some store brand formulas satisfy the most discerning shoppers, but here’s when you might want to pay for the label.

You’re Probably Wasting Over $100 a Month Without Realizing — Here’s How to Stop the Bleed

Many Americans are spending three times more than they think on these costs.

10 Legit Ways to Make Extra Cash Before Your Lunch Break Ends

Most people waste their midday break. Here is how to turn twenty minutes of downtime into a fatter bank account.

Should You Add Physical Gold to Your Roth IRA?

A dealer premium plus custodian markup can eat up to $4,000 of every $50,000 gold purchase — here’s how the tax perks stack up

Trump Unleashes New Wave of Tariffs, but Consumers Might Not Notice

New tariffs of 10%-12.5% just hit 80+ countries, but economists say exemptions on food, energy and tech will spare most shoppers’ wallets

What Are PFAS? ‘Forever Chemicals’ Are Common and Dangerous

Nearly half of U.S. tap water contains these long-lasting chemicals — here’s where they hide and how to filter them out.

Is a Peptide Boom Underway? FDA Advisers Vote for Looser Rules

An FDA panel narrowly voted to ease bans on four compounded peptides, despite safety concerns and advisers with industry ties.

10 Grocery Staples You Should Always Keep on Hand

You can always whip up a meal without running to the store if you have these items on hand.

8 Ways to Avoid Paying More in Medicare Premiums

It’s possible that you might be required to pay more for Medicare than you expect. Here’s how to avoid that trap.

Money in a Minute for the Week Ending July 24, 2026

Here’s a quick roundup of the news that moved your money this week, from Money Talks News founder, Stacy Johnson.

Measles Cases Surpass Last Year’s Total with 5 Months Left in 2026

More than 2,300 U.S. cases have been reported since January — and 93% of those infected were unvaccinated, CDC data shows.

Trump $1 Gold Coin vs. Gold Investment Coins: What’s the Difference?

It looks like gold and spends like a dollar, but this commemorative’s real value hinges on collectors, not the metal market.

1.6 Million Eggs Recalled. See Products, Affected States

The recall spans six states, but only cartons stamped with two specific codes and a narrow date range are affected — here’s how to check yours.

Ford Recalls over 565,000 Vehicles. See the Affected Models

Wiring harness damage tied to 15 engine fires prompts Ford to notify owners next month — here’s how to check if your car is affected.

6 Bill-Lowering Scripts That Actually Work

From your cable bill to your car insurance, here are the exact words you can use to save $500/year or more.

5 Side Hustles for Retirees That Don’t Feel Like Work (Some Can Be Done From Home)

These income opportunities can leverage your decades of experience and assets while offering the flexibility to work on your own terms.

This Panama Beach Town Offers Luxury Living for Under $1,500 a Month

This coastal Panama region delivers beachfront living with ocean and mountain views for a fraction of what you’d pay elsewhere.

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