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Mortgage Protection Insurance: What It Covers and When It Makes Sense
How mortgage protection insurance works, what it costs, and when it’s actually useful in a financial plan.
By Paige Cerulli
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How to Use Your Health Savings Account in Retirement
Strategic saving and investing of HSA funds during your working years can unlock the full potential of these accounts to cover healthcare costs and more in retirement.
By Donna LeValley
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Employers Will Find the Best Person for the Job in an Escape Room
Escape rooms can give employers a better indication of job candidates' strengths than a standard interview. Here's how your company can get on board.
By Neale Godfrey, Financial Literacy Expert
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How Much You'll Earn on a Five-Year CD with $500
savings Discover how much you can earn by placing $500 in a long-term CD.
By Sean Jackson
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7 Tips to Find Affordable Pet Insurance
Pets Pet insurance can save you thousands on vet bills, but how do you save on pet insurance itself? Use these tips to get affordable pet insurance.
By Daniel Bortz
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8 Things You Need to Stop Wasting Money on in 2026
Want to get your finances in shape this year? Start by cutting out these sneaky sources of waste in your budget.
By Rachael Green
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The December CPI Report Is Out. Here's What It Means for the Fed's Next Move
The December CPI report came in lighter than expected, but housing costs remain an overhang.
By Karee Venema
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Billed 12 Hours for a Few Seconds of Work: AI and Law Firms
The ability of AI to reduce the time required for certain legal tasks is exposing the legal profession's reliance on the billable hour.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
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The 10 Most Valuable Vacation Destinations for Retirees in 2026
From U.S. getaways to international escapes, these budget-friendly destinations offer retirees the perfect mix of rest, rejuvenation and just the right amount of excitement.
By Kathryn Pomroy
