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Pay More, Use Less: The Strange Insurance Paradox of the 21st Century

on September 2, 2026

To claim or not to claim. That is the question. The wrong answer could cost thousands in additional expenses.

Thinking of Buying a Used Car? 5 Reasons to Stay Away From a Dealer

on August 19, 2026

Easy has a price. Do you really want to pay for it?

A Beloved TV Star Says a Reverse Mortgage Is Safe and Simple. I’ve Been a CPA Since 1981 — Here Are 5 Things the Ads Leave Out

on August 11, 2026

The commercials aren’t lying — they’re just leaving out the parts that decide whether this helps you or hurts you.

10 Things You Can Get for Free From the Government

on July 30, 2026

These valuable government programs can give you a helping hand.

Cash Back or Free Flights? Here’s How to Get the Most Out of Your Credit Card Rewards

on July 16, 2026

Here’s how to avoid the most common mistakes with rewards cards.

Dismantling Your Financial Watchdog Just Cost You $26.5 Billion — 6 Ways to Protect Yourself

on July 16, 2026

The Trump administration weakened the referee guarding your checking account, credit report and credit cards. Here’s how to cover yourself now.

I’ve Been Doing My Own Home Repairs for 40 Years. Here Are 7 Things I’d Never Buy at Home Depot.

on July 16, 2026

The stuff on the shelves is mostly fine. It’s what they sell you at the register that’ll cost you.

My Friend Debby Owes $40,000 on Her Credit Cards. As a CPA, Here Are the 7 Steps I Told Her to Take

on July 10, 2026

She makes $65,000 and owes $40,000 on plastic. Here’s the honest plan I gave her — and the trap to avoid.

4 Ways the Government Just Made It Harder to Fight Credit Report Errors

on June 30, 2026

The free tool that forces credit bureaus to fix their errors just got harder to use. Here’s your move.

Meg’s Family Is Drowning Financially. Their Mortgage Is Crushing Them, Car Payments Are Late and Her Husband Is Battling Depression. What Can They Do?

on June 30, 2026

Asking Reddit for advice put them on the right track. The replies were messy and blunt, but useful.

6 Reasons Consumer Advocates Warn Shoppers Not to Use ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’

on June 16, 2026

This payment option sure sounds convenient, but really it could end up costing you far more than you expect.

Ed and Deb’s Household Income Fell From $150K to $60K in 8 Months. At 58, They Ended Up Buried in Debt. What to Do?

on June 16, 2026

When disaster strikes, there are still options, some better than others.

Does Rocket Money Actually Help You Save Cash?

, and on June 9, 2026

Rocket Money’s bill-negotiation tool slashed one internet bill from $90 to $50 — but whether the app’s cost is worth it depends on how you use it.

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

and on May 23, 2026

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

Dodd-Frank Was Meant to Keep the Financial System Safe. Did It?

and on May 20, 2026

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.

11 Modern Ways to Win a Consumer Complaint When Customer Service Fails

on May 8, 2026

Forget the toothless BBB. Here are weapons that actually pry refunds from companies betting you’ll quit.

9 Sneaky Surcharges Draining Your Wallet — Including the One That Just Spiked

on April 16, 2026

These hidden fees are everywhere now — on your dinner check, your flight, your hotel bill. Here’s how to fight back.

5 Ways a New Banking Rule Can Help You Stop Scammers From Emptying Your Account

on March 18, 2026

Scammers are coaching people to transfer their life savings away. Here’s how a new banking rule finally fights back and how to use it.

12 Things That Can Ding Your Social Security Payments

on February 24, 2026

Find out what could take some of the shine out of your golden years.

The Government Just Made It Harder to Fix Your Credit Report

on February 19, 2026

The CFPB is quietly adding protection for credit bureaus instead of protecting you. Here’s what you need to know.

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