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Jeff Bezos Says the Bottom Half of Americans Should Pay ‘Zero’ Tax
The world’s fourth-wealthiest man told CNBC he wants to wipe out federal income taxes for the bottom half of Americans — and would lobby Washington to make it happen.
Save $50 on Orkin Pest Control This Memorial Day Weekend
Orkin is knocking $50 off your first recurring pest control service through Memorial Day weekend — just use code 50OFF when you get your free quote.
7 Medical Tests and Treatments You Might Be Smart to Skip After 65
Some “routine” medical care after 65 hurts more than it helps — and Medicare won’t pay every bill.
High Mortgage Rates Aren’t Going Away. How Buyers Are Making It Work
Nearly 4 in 10 buyers who waited for rates to drop in 2025 now say they regret it — and a new survey reveals the creative workarounds people are using to buy anyway.
AI Is Making Job Scams Harder to Spot — and More Expensive for Victims
Job scam losses soared to $79.5 million in 2025, nearly 10 times the 2021 total, as AI helps fraudsters craft eerily personal pitches at massive scale.
Trump to Roll Back Biden-Era Refrigerant Rules in Push to Lower Grocery Costs
The White House projects $2.4 billion in combined savings from rolling back two EPA refrigerant rules — money the administration says will flow directly to lower grocery bills.
Memorial Day Weekend Will Be More Expensive. Are There Ways to Save?
Gas hit $4.56 a gallon, ground beef jumped to $6.90 a pound, and hotel costs rose 4.6% — this Memorial Day weekend costs more no matter how you celebrate.
What Is Surveillance Pricing and Why Should Shoppers Care?
Stores may already be using your browsing history and location data to charge you more than your neighbor for the exact same product.
Could Atlanta Airport Go to Private TSA? City Council Approves Study
After the government shutdown left TSA officers unpaid for weeks and caused hours-long lines, Atlanta’s city council voted 11-1 to study privatizing airport security to cut costs.
Trump Calls Gas Price Surge ‘Peanuts,’ Urges Patience at Pump
Gas now averages $4.55 a gallon — up from $2.98 in February — yet Trump says the financial pain is ‘peanuts’ compared to his concerns about Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
Should You Rent a Car for Your Summer Trip? There Are Pros and Cons
With gas averaging $4.55 a gallon and new car prices topping $49,000, renting for your road trip could save real money — if you know the tradeoffs.
Dodd-Frank Was Meant to Keep the Financial System Safe. Did It?
Barney Frank, who died this week, co-authored the landmark financial reform law — but insiders say industry lobbyists and the Trump administration have gutted much of it.
Why Some US-Bound Travelers Are Being Funneled Through Dulles
A new DHS rule requires anyone traveling from Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan to land at Washington Dulles for Ebola health screening — including American citizens returning home.
These Cities Cut Household Debt the Most, WalletHub Finds
Seven of the top 10 debt-shedding cities in Q1 2026 are in California — and the leader, Santa Clarita, cut household debt by nearly $9,300 per resident.
I’ve Been a CPA for 45 Years: The IRS Just Did Something for Trump It’s Never Done for Anyone.
The IRS just permanently barred itself from auditing one taxpayer’s past returns. After 45 years as a CPA, I’m stunned. I guess there are people above the law.
EV Road Trips: What Drivers Need to Know Before Memorial Day Weekend
Heat can sap your EV’s range and slow charging sessions — but a simple pre-trip checklist can help you avoid getting stranded over Memorial Day weekend.
Most Memorial Day Sales Are Fake — 6 Ways to Avoid Getting Conned This Weekend
A six-month investigation tracked 25 major retailers and found most sales are pure fiction. Here’s how to spot real deals.
Social Security COLA 2027 Forecast Rises to 3.9% in May
The latest 3.9% forecast would add roughly $81 a month to average Social Security checks, but seniors say rising costs are already eating up the expected gains.
Gas Could Hit $4.80 a Gallon, Squeezing Summer Travel Plans, Analyst Predicts
GasBuddy’s top analyst warns that escalating Iran tensions and tight global oil supplies could push the national average past $4.80 a gallon this summer — topping 2022’s record high of $4.43.
I Tested a Service That Fights Your Property Tax Bill — Here’s What Happened
A 2026 survey found 74% of homeowners have never appealed their property taxes. I tried Ownwell myself to find out if it’s worth it. Here’s exactly what happened.
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