Bogdan Sonjachnyj / Shutterstock.com The recent holiday cold wave that put much of the nation on ice probably has you dreaming of travel to warmer climates. Before you book a trip, make sure you look for ways to save. By tapping into the wisdom of the most seasoned — and frugal — globetrotters, you can … Read more
Editor’s Note: This story comes from partner site DealNews.com. January comes on the heels of the busy Black Friday and holiday seasons — and all the sales that go with them. So it’s no surprise that many people don’t think about saving in the first month of the year. But like any other time, January … Read more
JW_PNW / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Living on the Cheap. Brad Cross expected to pay just $350 for renting a Honda Accord for four days in June from Avis in Salt Lake City. Instead, the car rental company broadsided him with a surprise $2,974 charge to his credit card. “Avis said … Read more
Cornelius Krishna Tedjo / Shutterstock.com As a new year approaches, Americans likely are filled with hopes — and a few fears. After a rough 2022, many of us have bruised finances. And while we may be hopeful that 2023 will be better, we also harbor some anxieties about how the next 12 months will impact … Read more
Oh my word. You’re going to love this list of the best bank account bonuses and promotions that allow you to sign up for money and bonuses. Just take a look at the list and see which ones interest you and you’ll receive a free sign-up bonus ($50, $100, $200, $300, and even up to $500 … Read more
Krakenimages.com / Shutterstock.com Like many other health insurance plans, Medicare is subject to change each year. Beneficiaries might see different premiums, deductibles and coverage levels each January. However, there are more changes than usual for 2023, thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. The federal law included a significant overhaul of some Medicare provisions. … Read more
Costco shoppers get used to seeking out their old favorites — a juicy rotisserie chicken, a pallet of paper towels, enough coffee to fuel an entire dorm. But because the warehouse club’s selection is so huge, it’s easy to forget that Costco adds new products all the time. There’s no reason to skip over the … Read more
A certificate of deposit, or CD, is an excellent place to park cash you don’t need right away. It’s insured by the federal government, it usually pays more than a standard savings account, and its yield (interest rate) is guaranteed for the entire term. That rate guarantee is important because CD rates can be volatile … Read more
Oh my word. You’re going to love this list of the best bank account bonuses and promotions that allow you to sign up for money and bonuses. Just take a look at the list and see which ones interest you and you’ll receive a free sign-up bonus ($50, $100, $200, $300, and even up to $500 … Read more
Historically, one enormous advantage the wealthy had over the rest of us was access to expert investing advice. They didn’t need to be experts on stocks or market movements or investing. They could pay someone to “just take care of it.” Today, everyone has access to expert investing advice — if not through human investing … Read more