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21 of the Best Things to Buy at the Dollar Store

on November 4, 2026

Dollar stores have great bargains on both everyday and occasional purchases.

I’m a Professional Reseller. Here Are 17 Things I Always Buy at Thrift Stores.

on November 4, 2026

For one expert, these secondhand bargains stand out from the rest.

Beware These 7 Common Car Insurance Shopping Mistakes

on November 5, 2026

Failing to do these things could cost you big — potentially tens of thousands of dollars.

17 Things Frugal People Never Buy

on November 3, 2026

If you’re a true tightwad, the mere thought of spending money on these items gives you the willies.

8 Things You Must Do When Your Savings Reach $100,000

on July 17, 2026

It’s been an uphill climb to fatten your savings account. Here’s how to make sure it stays fat.

11 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Taking Your Blood Pressure

on November 5, 2026

Blood pressure monitoring is an essential part of preventive healthcare — just make sure you’re doing it right.

6 Clever Ideas to Make Money While You Sleep

on July 10, 2024

Imagine money coming in while you’re sitting on the beach. Now stop imagining, read this and make it happen.

11 Essential Money Moves to Make Before You Die

on June 15, 2026

Nobody lives forever. But try to live long enough to at least do these things.

Still Paying a 1% Fee to Your Financial Adviser? 4 Ways to Save Thousands

MTN Staff on November 8, 2024

Paying a 1% fee isn’t set in stone. Discover how you can save thousands and keep more of your money.

Every Tax Bracket Is Going Up in 2027. Here’s Where You’ll Land

on November 6, 2026

Another year brings another inflation adjustment for the thresholds that determine how much you owe Uncle Sam.

9 Ways Companies Are Overcharging You—And Betting You Won’t Notice

on December 31, 2025

Patricia, 61, wasn’t being scammed. She was just paying full price while savvier customers paid half. One hour of comparison shopping changed everything.

Want a Great Resume That Stands Out? You Must Include These 11 Things

on November 9, 2026

These are the components of a resume that gets attention.

I Was 40 With Nothing Saved—Now I’m Retiring Early. Here Are the 11 Things I Did

on October 27, 2026

Starting from zero at 40? I was too. But you can still retire comfortably with this simple strategy.

Do These 11 Things and You’ll Be Debt-Free in 3 Years

on October 27, 2026

Just a few years ago, I had tiny savings and giant debt. Today, it’s the opposite.

Need $800+ for the Holidays? Here Are 9 Ways to Get It Before (and After) December 25th

on December 9, 2025

Last year, Americans added $1,200 in holiday debt that took seven months to pay off. This year, try these ten strategies that generate real cash instead of mounting interest charges.

Do These 11 Things Now—Make $6,000+ More in 2026

on December 9, 2025

David, 59, wasn’t trying to build a side empire. He just needed an extra $300 monthly to stop touching his savings. A year later, he’s clearing $487—and still working his same day job.

11 Financial Lies You Really Need to Stop Telling Yourself

on November 5, 2026

I followed all the popular money advice. Then I hit 60 and realized a lot of it was just plain wrong.

10 Things That Could Make You $10,000 Richer This Year

on June 29, 2026

These financial shortcuts could slash your expenses and boost your income in minutes.

How One Couple Erased $40,000 of Debt in 18 Months (Without Eating Ramen)

on July 29, 2026

They didn’t win the lottery. They just stopped the subtle money leaks that were keeping them stuck. Here is how they did it.

9 Clever Ways to Slash Your Monthly Bills by $500

on August 12, 2026

Don’t let inflation drain your bank account. Try these easy money-saving tricks today.

8 Genius Moves to Make When the Price of Everything Is Going Up

on August 25, 2026

It feels like the price of everything goes up every time you leave the house. But before you start slashing your budget, here are a few clever, under-the-radar moves you can make today to put hundreds of dollars back in your pocket.

8 Ways to Shut Down the Spam Texts and Robocalls That Are Driving You Crazy

on November 3, 2026

Scam calls and texts cost victims thousands per year, not to mention driving us all insane.

Get Married or Live Together in Retirement? What to Consider Financially

on November 5, 2026

Do the math before tying the knot. It may be better to stay unwed.

20 Jobs With the Most Overeducated (and Often Underpaid) Workers in America

on November 6, 2026

You might be surprised at the workers who hold college degrees.

6 Things You May Not Realize a Clothes Dryer Can Do

on November 10, 2026

Drying your clothes is just the beginning.

7 Things You Should Be Negotiating (but Probably Aren’t)

on November 10, 2026

Most people pay full price. Here are things you can negotiate to keep thousands more each year.

Death Doesn’t Stop Bills from Coming, but You Don’t Have to Pay Them All

and on November 7, 2026

When a loved one dies, the bills keep coming — but experts say many can be delayed, negotiated down, or never paid at all.

A Simple Guide to Replacing Your Key Fob Battery

and on November 10, 2026

A dead key fob battery is an easy DIY fix that takes just minutes and costs a few dollars — no dealership trip required.

HELOC Vs. Reverse Mortgage: Which Is Right for You?

on November 6, 2026

Compare how a HELOC and a reverse mortgage each turn home equity into cash, and find the option built for your situation.

Seniors Hold a Record $14.92 Trillion in Home Equity. Tapping It With a Reverse Mortgage Starts With a Required Meeting

on October 8, 2026

For most, that money is only on paper. Here’s how to turn your portion of it into cash through a federally insured loan.

Could You Be Overpaying for Your Auto and Home Coverage?

on October 6, 2026

Car insurance rates have been going up. If you haven’t compared offers in a while, you could be paying more than you need to. Here’s how to check whether bundling makes sense for you.

Are You Paying More Than You Should for Car and Home Insurance?

on October 6, 2026

Premiums have climbed for drivers and homeowners alike. Pricing bundled and separate policies side by side is the simplest way to find out where you stand.

Your 2026 Tax Bracket May Have Room to Spare. A Roth Conversion Before Dec. 31 Could Use It

on October 20, 2026

A Roth conversion can fill a low tax bracket, but the extra income can raise other costs.

9 Things to Stop Doing If You Want to Be Rich

on October 20, 2026

Wealth is rarely built by one brilliant move. It’s built by quitting a few dumb, expensive ones.

Walmart Thanksgiving, Christmas Meal Deal Feeds 10 for $35

and on October 30, 2026

This is the lowest-priced holiday basket Walmart has ever offered.

Some Gold Can Go in an IRA and Some Can’t. The Test Is Written Into Federal Law

on November 4, 2026

Coins and bars face different tests, and who holds the metal matters too. Get it wrong, and the IRS may treat the purchase as a withdrawal.

When Your Spouse Dies, Do You Really Pay More Tax on the Same Income?

on November 5, 2026

A quick look at the tax tables reveals the truth, plus a Medicare form that can lower a survivor’s premium surcharge.

6 Places You Should Never Keep Your Phone. Two Can Start a Fire

on November 4, 2026

One spot can cost you a $119 battery. Another, a $799 repair. And two can start a fire.

Black Friday Isn’t the Best Day for Everything. 7 Buys and When to Pounce

on November 6, 2026

Adobe mapped when holiday discounts should bottom out. Some of the biggest gift categories don’t peak on the day you’d guess.

Democrats Won Congress. 5 Ways It Hits Your Money.

on November 4, 2026

Democrats just won both chambers. One word from the White House decides how much of their agenda ever reaches your wallet.

Your 2027 Tax Brackets Are Set. 7 Numbers That Affect Your Money

on November 5, 2026

The IRS just moved every tax goalpost. Except one — and retirees pay for it.

I Got Tired of Fake Deals. So We Built This.

on November 10, 2026

A sale tag is easy to fake. A price history isn’t. So we built something that checks.

Medicare Pays Your Eye Surgeon About $520. 5 Cataract Upsells Can Cost Thousands More

on November 11, 2026

The surgery is covered. The question you’ll hear right before it isn’t.

7 Ways to Make Extra Cash by Christmas. One Can Be Tax-Free

on November 11, 2026

Christmas is weeks away. Here’s where the extra money is — and the gig I’d think twice about.

Poverty Among Americans 65 and Older Rose 5 Years Straight. 5 Programs With Higher Income Limits Than You’d Think

on November 11, 2026

Some aid for older adults reaches well past the poverty line, and one program subtracts medical bills before it does the math.

Apple’s CEO Says Siri AI Users May ‘Purchase Expanded Access in the Future’ for Greater Capacity. 5 Ways to Keep Your Apple Bill in Check

on November 11, 2026

Heavy users may hit limits. Check these settings on your phone before paying for more.

EV Owners Could Face a New $130 Annual Federal Fee as Soon as December

and on November 11, 2026

Congress is weighing a $130 yearly fee that climbs to $150, and plug-in hybrid owners would face a $35 charge starting in October.

These Unassuming Flowers Are Your Ticket to Greener Grass. Here’s Why They Work.

on November 11, 2026

Forget expensive fertilizers. The right plants can help you grow a lush, thriving lawn.

72% of American Workers Feel Behind in Their Careers — Here’s Why

on November 11, 2026

The feeling of falling behind is rampant in the workplace.

The Psychological Hack That Helps You Start Building Real Wealth

on November 11, 2026

Let’s talk about what marshmallows and money have in common.