Andrii Zastrozhnov / Shutterstock.com The next time you check your credit score, you might discover it has taken a tumble because of a seemingly small mishap on your part. This happened to me once because I misplaced a bill for a whopping $12.70. My nonpayment ended up being reported to credit bureaus, also known as … Read more
Prostock-studio / Shutterstock.com It’s common to think of Social Security as money you receive in retirement, but the program is actually much broader. Through the Social Security Administration, the government provides payments to spouses, children and those with disabilities, among others. Here’s a closer look at some benefits of Social Security that you may have … Read more
Even in the best of times, carrying a credit card balance is best avoided. It’s expensive, stress-inducing, and can damage your credit score. These are definitely not the best of times. In fact, based on prevailing credit card interest rates, 2023 is the worst year to carry a credit card balance since at least 1995, … Read more
Everyone knows fast food is not good for your health. But simply living near a cluster of fast-food restaurants is associated with a higher risk of having a stroke, according to new research. The study found that people who are 50 and older and live near a so-called “food swamp” — where there is a … Read more
Pixel-Shot / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. Tired of long commutes to start your shift at the hospital? Or, maybe you know someone who works remotely and have thought, “That’s nice, but it’s just not possible for me.” It may surprise you that many jobs can be done remotely, including nursing … Read more
pathdoc / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story comes from Wealthramp. Billionaire Warren Buffett still lives in the house he bought in 1958 for $31,500. Mega-star Keanu Reeves is worth over $350 million but says he’s happier living a modest lifestyle rather than in a Hollywood mansion. In fact, he didn’t own a home for many … Read more
Life moves quickly. It’s easy to get distracted. But that can be costly. Miss an important financial date or deadline, and you could be on the hook for a penalty or lose out on a limited-time opportunity to save money. Enter our “Money Calendar” series. In this edition, we’ve rounded up noteworthy money dates for … Read more
Costco has released its latest monthly deals — dozens of discounts worth thousands of dollars in savings. They’re available Feb. 1 through Feb. 26, although some of these deals are available in clubs only or online only. Here are some examples of the discounts available right now, just to name a few: To view all … Read more
DC Studio / Shutterstock.com For millions of people, Medicare is one of the pillars of retirement. The program provides health insurance for most Americans from the age of 65 through the rest of their lives. However, Medicare is not perfect. Some beneficiaries are surprised to learn of the program’s shortcomings. Following are some of the … Read more
Zoriana Zaitseva / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story comes from Wealthramp. I have really enjoyed helping people create sound retirement plans that would not only allow them to live freely and enjoy their own retirements but also to set aside money to pass down to their loved ones. Nowadays, I’m practicing out of Jacksonville, Florida, … Read more