If You Live in Florida, Illinois, Texas or Washington, Your Financial Plan May Need Local Expertise

These four states are good examples of how location impacts money planning.

26 Tips to Spend Less When Dining Out

Dig into these fresh ideas for saving when you just don’t feel like cooking.

Supreme Court Gives Trump More Power over Agencies, Overturning Precedent

A 6-3 ruling overturns a 90-year-old precedent, giving the president power to fire FTC and consumer watchdog leaders — with potential ripple effects on consumer protection enforcement and your finances.

Medicare Will Help Pay for Weight-Loss Drugs Wegovy, Zepbound. What to Know

Starting July 1, qualifying Medicare enrollees can get Wegovy or Zepbound for just $50 a month — but the eligibility rules are stricter than you might expect.

6 Gyms Across America With Cheap Memberships (and What They Offer)

You’ll spend less than $10 a month at some of these gyms.

7 Ways to Ensure Your Car Lasts 250,000 Miles — If Not More — According to Experts

Your odometer doesn’t have to dictate your car’s fate. Technicians share the secrets to keeping engines humming.

The Top 10 Destinations Americans Flock to for Independence Day

Find out where Americans choose to spend this patriotic holiday.

7 Meats to Skip at Costco (and Where to Get Them Cheaper)

Costco’s a bulk paradise. But these meat-case “bargains” are costing you more than you think.

25 of the Best Remote Jobs for Seniors and Older Workers

Dive into your search for a flexible, work-from-home gig that’s perfect for a retiree.

Car Repos Have Hit a 15-Year High: 5 Things to Do If You’re Behind on Payments

Repo men are busier than they’ve been since 2009. If you’re behind, here’s how to keep your car.

Millions of Lower-Income Families Are Missing Out on Free Government Money

It makes no sense. The families who could benefit most may have the hardest time getting it.

Honda’s Towable Camper Trailer Doesn’t Require a Big Vehicle to Tow It

Honda’s Base Station Prototype sleeps four, fits in a standard parking space, and can be towed by a crossover — but no price or sale date has been announced.

Time’s Running Out for Americans to Claim a Possible COVID Tax Refund

A federal court ruling could entitle millions to a refund on IRS late fees charged during the COVID-19 pandemic — but only if they file by July 10.

I Tried Empower. Here’s What This Budgeting App Can — and Can’t — Do

Empower’s free personal finance app offers strong retirement planning tools, but its basic budgeting features and 2.8-star Android rating may disappoint power users.

My Mother Died. Then I Spent 8 Hours on Hold With the IRS

The IRS answered fewer than 1 in 5 calls last tax season — and for one journalist trying to collect his late mother’s refund, navigating the agency’s phone lines took months and over 8 hours on hold.

This Top Senior Tour Company Just Unveiled 2 New Civil Rights Trips

Road Scholar is launching two new Civil Rights trips in 2027 — and one of them pairs the movement’s history with the birth of jazz in New Orleans.

5 Sneaky Ways Your Grocery Store Tricks You Into Overspending

Your neighborhood supermarket is designed to empty your wallet before you even reach the checkout line.

10 States With the Cleanest Tap Water — and Where It’s Worst

Discover which states deliver the cleanest tap water and which ones fall short, plus options for choosing a filter.

Are HVAC Maintenance Plans Worth It? A Cost-Benefit Breakdown of Annual Service Contracts

A single HVAC tune-up can cost up to $250 on its own — but an annual maintenance plan bundles two visits, priority service, and up to 20% off emergency repairs for as little as $100 a year.

How Much Gold Should You Own? Here’s What Financial Experts Say

Financial experts say most investors should hold 5% to 10% of their portfolio in gold — but younger investors may be better off skipping it entirely.

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