You probably know that ignoring a dashboard warning light is a bad move, but for many drivers, the real damage isn’t happening in the mechanic’s bay — it’s happening behind the wheel, often during the daily commute. Subtle driving behaviors and minor neglect can create a double tax on your finances: You pay once at … Read more

Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Live and Invest Overseas. “I’ve had enough of your Caribbean vacations for this year!” This is the response Bill Piatt got from his wife, Anne, when he proposed a trip to the Dominican Republic one cold February day in Virginia. At that point, the couple had just returned … Read more

If you fear a tax audit each time you file, here’s a fact that might help you breathe a bit easier: The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) selects less than 1% of income tax returns for audit each year. But what you may not know is that the IRS doesn’t need to audit you to hit … Read more

It feels like the weight-loss miracle so many have been waiting for. You watch the transformation videos on TikTok, see the celebrities shrinking before your eyes and hear the stories of friends who have effortlessly dropped 30 pounds. Ozempic (semaglutide) has become the “Kleenex” of diet culture — a catch-all name for a weekly injection … Read more

If there’s one universal truth about Costco, it’s that the checkout line is often the price you pay for the bargains. You save money, but you spend time. However, Costco leadership seems to have finally heard the complaints, and 2026 is shaping up to be the year of queue busting. The warehouse giant is rolling … Read more

Getting quality sleep is one of the most important investments you can make in your health and well-being. The right mattress can transform your sleep quality, reduce back pain, and help you wake up feeling refreshed and energized. But with hundreds of mattress brands flooding the market, choosing the perfect one can feel overwhelming. I’ve … Read more

Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Zety.com. What happens when baby boomers, Gen X, millennials, and Gen Z all share the same workplace? Zety’s latest Generational Leadership Report digs into this question and explores how age differences shape today’s workplace—from meeting dynamics to career ambitions, and even the growing conversation around a perceived Gen … Read more

If you’ve ever clicked on a “File Your Taxes for Free” banner only to be hit with a $40 charge because you dared to have a savings account or a freelance gig, you know the frustration. The tax industry has spent years mastering the art of the phony free offer, luring you in with promises … Read more