Money
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Which States Pay the Most for Electricity?
The national average for electricity prices has risen more than 30% in the past 15 years, eating up a larger and larger share of Americans’ after-tax income, particularly for the poorest families. In September, the average residential electricity bill was…
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21 New, Nifty, and Necessary Things to Buy in 2020
It’s the beginning of a new decade, and there’s no better time to equip yourself with the best products and devices to cook, listen to music, shop, and run your home. Here are products you should buy in 2020 —…
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31 Big Retirement Trends of 2019
Retirement plans evolve with your needs, which means the planning as a whole shifts consistently based on the needs of retirees. In 2019, retirement didn’t necessarily entail owning a home, spending a lot of time on land, or even taking…
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Decade Dead Zone: Brands, Stores, and Products That Have Disappeared
It’s been a rough decade for traditional brands. What’s now called the Retail Apocalypse began in 2010, thanks to rising rents, the dominance of Amazon, changes in bargain shopping, overexpansion, and the delayed effects of the great recession. Even successful…
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30 Beloved Restaurants and Bars That Closed This Year
Nearly everyone has a favorite restaurant or bar. Whether you’ve been going for decades or are a recent convert, there’s something special about saying “this is my regular place.” And when that go-to closes, it can leave a hole in…
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26 Companies That Are Doing Good Deeds With Your Dollars
There’s a famous quote by Bill Gates, uttered in 2006: “I believe that with great wealth comes great responsibility, a responsibility to give back to society …” Gates has always been ahead of his time — both in philosophy and…
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Free Holiday Shipping: How Much You Have to Spend at Your Favorite Stores
No one likes to pay for shipping, and this holiday season, you won’t have to pay at many of the most popular retailers. Some are offering free shipping on all…
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The Biggest Wastes of Money in 2019
Everyone makes questionable financial choices. But most individuals’ money mistakes are chump change compared with the waste, fraud, and just plain dumb decisions made on a larger scale by private…
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25 Walmart Holiday Gift Bargains
It’s not too early to start tackling that gift list. Walmart — along with warehouse-club rival Costco — remains one of the best places to do it on the cheap,…
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50 Money-Saving Tips for Holiday Travel
Traveling here, there, and yon over the holidays need not leave you insolvent — or stress you out. There are workarounds galore that savvy travelers can use to find huge…
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12 Travel Benefits for Veterans and Service Members
No matter the branch, whether they’re active duty, veterans, or retired personnel, military members — and in many cases, their families — enjoy a huge variety of deals, discounts, and…
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12 Things to Know Before Buying Cannabis in States Where It’s Legal
In less than two decades, 33 states have legalized cannabis in some form, indicating that there’s been a major shift in public opinion on marijuana use. But as the laws…
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22 Tips for a Successful Side Hustle
Uber and Lyft. Rover. TaskRabbit. Shipt. Postmates. The list of gig economy opportunities is long these days. For those looking to make a little extra cash — whether for early…
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28 Ways to Prepare for a New Career Later in Life
Switching careers at any age can be a daunting task. But for those who already have decades of work experience under their belt, it can be even more challenging given…
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How to Get a College Degree for Less
With the average cost of a four-year degree tipping past $90,000 for in-state public colleges and nearing $180,000 for private colleges, many would-be students are priced out. Earlier this year…
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How to Live on $500 a Month at Costco
There’s little doubt that food shopping at Costco saves money, and it’s convenient for stocking up in a single trip. But can a budget-conscious family eat for an entire month…
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I Just Bought My First Home at Age 47 and This is What I’ve Learned
I am bending over in the front yard, my right hand wrist-deep in water as I grope for what I hope is the manual shutoff valve to our sprinkler system.…
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20 Most Dangerous Places in America for Pedestrians
Here’s a sobering statistic: between 2008 and 2017, drivers struck and killed 49,340 people who were walking on streets all across America — more than 13 people per day according…
