admin In an economy where a trip to the grocery store often ends in sticker shock, finding a retailer that delivers consistent value can feel like a victory. American consumers have countless options for where to spend their money, but one discount chain is the favorite of the wallet-conscious. According to a recent ranking by Newsweek … Read more
As recently as the 1970s, a bank could refuse to issue a credit card to a woman without her husband’s signature. It didn’t matter if she earned more than he did. In the eyes of the law, a woman’s money was often her husband’s money. The fight for financial independence wasn’t settled in the 1920s … Read more
The introduction of private equity into 401(k) accounts is a controversial and much-debated initiative of the Trump administration. A new survey suggests, however, that most rank-and-file Americans seem to like the idea. Two-thirds of registered voters support policies that expand access to private investments in retirement plans, according to a survey from BlackRock, the world’s … Read more
Inheriting money is often welcome, but if it’s a retirement account, beneficiaries need to be aware of new rules effective in 2025 or end up potentially paying a steep penalty to the IRS. New rules around inherited individual retirement accounts (IRAs) – both traditional and Roth – were passed in 2019, but the IRS gave … Read more
Kohl’s is introducing a new discounted department at the front of its stores called the “Deal Bar.” The new “Deal Bar” features a variety of gifts for under $10, including children’s activities like sticker books and craft kits, seasonal decor, appreciation gifts for occasions like Teacher Appreciation Week, and small office storage items. Located in … Read more
Federal Reserve policymakers were in near-unanimous agreement to keep interest rates on hold at their meeting last month, but remained split over their next steps, with “several” open to rate hikes if inflation remains elevated, others inclined to support further cuts if inflation recedes as they expect, and the full table grappling with the emerging … Read more
Nearly 3 million people with Medicare Advantage plans – or about 10% of all enrollees in the privately-managed program – had to find alternative coverage in 2026, as health insurers exited markets and scaled back plan options, according to a study published in a medical journal on Wednesday. Members in rural areas experienced plan disruptions … Read more
The launch of TrumpRx.gov — a new federal website designed to lower prescription costs — has made headlines with promises of massive savings. President Donald Trump called the initiative a “very big deal” that would help Americans get healthy while saving money. USA Today notes that for the average consumer, the reality is more complicated. … Read more
The Secure 2.0 Act became law in 2022 and provided ways to help more people save for retirement. The legislation gave employers a slew of new retirement plan options, but not every provision is being utilized. Vanguard has been tracking how employers adopt the provisions. According to its findings, employers are prioritizing plans that help … Read more
The big-city vacation is losing its shine. According to the What the Future travel report for 2026 from Kayak, 84% of Gen Z and millennial travelers say they’d rather visit a rural area or smaller city than a major metropolitan hub. Lower costs and fewer crowds certainly play a role, but that’s not the whole … Read more