Money

  • People wait in line with shopping carts at a Costco membership counter. A large red sign displays membership options, and employees assist customers behind the counter in a busy warehouse setting.

    How to Shop at Costco Without a Membership in 2025

    Costco is known for unbeatable deals on groceries, electronics, and household essentials, but a membership has traditionally been the golden ticket through the door.  As of 2025, Costco has tightened the rules for non-members: membership card scanning is now required…

  • A group of happy older adults gather closely outdoors, smiling and laughing at the camera on a bright day, suggesting a joyful, social occasion. Some have their arms around each other. Trees and houses are in the background.

    9 Things That Boomers Just Do Better Than Other Generations

    Baby Boomers often get a bad rap for well … ruining the world for future generations. But hey, let’s give credit where it’s due. While they might be blamed for a lot, they also nail a few things better than…

  • An elderly couple walks hand in hand through a modern airport terminal, navigating toward their flight with luggage in tow, displaying companionship and travel preparations.

    12 Ways to Save Money on Flights by Traveling During ‘Shoulder Season’

    Peak travel season means higher prices and jam-packed airports. But shoulder season — typically mid-April to May and mid-September to October — is that sweet spot when airfares drop, crowds thin out, and scoring deals on flights, car rentals, and…

  • Home Depot Opening New Stores Across the U.S. Here’s the Full List

    It seems like stores are closing locations all the time these days, and you rarely hear about companies opening new ones. But Home Depot is bucking that trend by opening 13 new stores this year, including 11 in the U.S.…

  • Grandma and grandaughter sitting at a kitchen table in front of coins

    These Old Money Tips Just Don’t Work Anymore in 2025

    Grandparents often love sharing their tried-and-true financial advice with younger generations. But not all the guidance that worked in Grandma’s day is still relevant. From outdated investment strategies to misguided credit card fears, here are several old-school money tips that…

  • Woman checking the bill when paying at a supermarket

    8 of the Most Common Money Myths Debunked

    While it might seem like frugality is all about pinching pennies and self-denial, that’s just one of many money-saving myths that don’t hold up to scrutiny. Let’s say, for instance, that you skip a doctor’s appointment to avoid the copay,…