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You’ll Never Retire Comfortably Unless You Get Rid of This
Guest Blogger on September 23, 2020
You’ll go broke in your golden years if you carry a big balance on your credit cards.
7 Tips to Avoid The Most Common Mistakes When Buying Jewelry
Nancy Dunham on November 7, 2019
Picking out a big-ticket piece of jewelry can be stressful. Here’s how to minimize your risk of bungling it.
When Should I Collect Social Security Survivor’s Benefits?
Russell Settle on March 17, 2020
Grabbing benefits earlier can make sense — but you’ll pay a price.
Become More Productive by Making These 10 Changes
Ari Cetron on November 6, 2019
Wring more out of your time for personal and professional gain.
Here’s How Much Money Janitors Make in Your State
Alex Valdes on November 5, 2019
Wages for janitors vary widely across the U.S. Do we pay people enough to sweep floors and clean toilets? You decide.
5 Questions to Ask When Picking a Target-Date Fund
Ari Cetron on November 5, 2019
These funds help you hit your retirement goals by adjusting your asset mix over time. Here’s how to choose the right one.
2-Minute Money Manager: Will Paying Off Old Debts Help My Credit?
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 4, 2019
You’d think that paying off an old, unpaid debt would help your credit score. But does it?
6 Tax Audit Red Flags for Retirees
B.T. Ballenger on May 5, 2021
The odds of being audited are low — but these situations could make it more likely.
4 Ways to Use a Pumpkin After Halloween
Melissa Neiman on October 31, 2019
There are many other ways to make use of the orange fruit after the holiday has passed.
How Some Men Are Hurting Their Wives’ Social Security Checks
Karla Bowsher on October 30, 2019
Your Social Security claiming age can impact more than just your own benefit.
5 Reasons You Should Move an Old 401(k)
Maryalene LaPonsie on October 30, 2019
Did you leave retirement money at an old job? That could be a costly mistake.
10 Tips to Get the Best Deals at Outlet Stores
Jeffrey Trull on October 29, 2019
Find out how to avoid low-quality goods, and learn ways to get bigger discounts than advertised.
4 Tips to Keep Smartphones From Ruining Your Relationships
Nancy Dunham on February 23, 2023
Here’s how “phubbing” hurts others — may even spark behavioral problems in our children.
How Do I Choose an Executor for My Will?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 29, 2021
“Executor” — a fancy name for the person who’s going to be in charge of your estate when you’re gone. Be careful whom you pick.
New Google Tool Alerts You to Price Drops
Chris Kissell on October 27, 2019
Google has rolled out a new tool that can notify you when the price drops on an item you want to buy.
8 Foolish and Costly Financial Fouls — and How to Avoid Them
B.T. Ballenger on October 23, 2019
These common money mistakes can cost you thousands. Sidestep them with these simple tips.
12 Ways to Slash the Cost of Furniture
Allison Martin on July 20, 2021
There are many ways to get deals when replacing tattered furnishings.
3 Ways the Social Security Website Just Changed
Chris Kissell on May 7, 2020
The official Social Security website has some new tools for workers and retirees.
3 Reasons Lab-Grown Diamonds Are Better Than the Real Thing
Marilyn Lewis on October 22, 2019
One gem takes a billion years to make, the other about 10 weeks. But can you tell the difference?
3 Reasons You Can’t Rely on Medicare Alone
Karla Bowsher on March 10, 2020
Counting on Medicare to cover health care costs can jeopardize your retirement plans.
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