Unless you’re one of those people who has a bunch of gold and $100 bills buried in your backyard, you’re going to need to use a bank. Are big banks more trustworthy than smaller ones? How do you choose who…
No matter the reason, overdue payments on an outstanding bill or loan can damage your credit score. If even a $10 balance is one day late, which the industry counts as 30 days, it could send your score plummeting more…
As extreme summertime heat becomes more common and lasts longer, the risk of heat-related deaths and illnesses increases. In the coming weeks, a massive “heat dome” is expected to cook much of the U.S. While a variety of serious health impacts,…
Does anyone else feel grocery shopping is a total gut punch these days? The prices at the grocery store have gotten so out of hand that we’re forced to psych ourselves up to go and then have an internal pep…
Credit and debit cards have their place in a frugal consumer’s wallet. But paying with plastic is not always the best way to go — and it’s possible to make expensive mistakes when using credit cards, whether you’re buying groceries…
While aiming to maximize profits, car dealerships may sometimes encourage tactics that can trick you into paying more money than you should. These tactics can include omitting critical information about a vehicle’s history or condition, or pushing customers to buy more expensive…
It’s the height of summer, when families spend lots of time in their backyard pools. However, millions of above-ground pools from four popular brands have been recalled, according to a…
Backyard pools seem like an ultra-convenient way to cool off and welcome friends — certainly less of a schlep than going to the beach or to a community pool. Think…
Buying a house is a serious adulting goal. But the complexity of the home-buying process — which most people navigate only a few times in their lives — presents numerous…
There are many reasons to love Costco, and it’s difficult to leave the store without spending $100 on things you didn’t have on your list. But there are some things…
Thousands of people have flocked to RVing over the past couple of years. With so many gorgeous, under-the-radar RV destinations to visit, it’s really no surprise. Before you join the…
People can’t seem to get enough of Costco, with its cavernous warehouse stores, cheap gas stations, generous return policies, and busy food courts. So the company is giving people what…
It always feels great to discard your old, unwanted junk and then bask in your newly clutter-free space — until 10 or 20 years later, when you’re browsing an antique…
Since filing for bankruptcy in May, pharmacy chain Rite Aid has been spiraling down the drain. The company has closed hundreds of locations every month, leaving many people scrambling to…
Progress is great — unless you’re a Boomer. While the rest of the world is streaming, tapping, scrolling, and cashless-paying their way through life, many Baby Boomers are out here…
Reusable water bottles are a must-have accessory for almost everyone nowadays. But would you believe that your water bottle could actually result in vision loss? That’s what’s happening with some…
Target is going big this summer, and not just on patio furniture and pool floats. The retailer is opening eight new stores across the country in July and August, with…
Few of us can afford to splurge day in and day out, especially on the fixed income of retirement. Even seniors who have good savings are watching their wallets more…