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Can You Really Lower Your Bills Just By Asking? Here's What Happened When I Tried.I asked all my service providers for lower prices. Here's what happened.
By Rachael Green
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My Next Italy Trip Is on Hold, But Here’s How I Keep the Roman GlowTravel is expensive and stressful these days. Here's how I'm preparing for my next trip to Italy — and how I feel like I'm already there.
By Ellen B. Kennedy
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How to Make Use of the EV Charger Tax Credit Before it ExpiresThe federal tax credit for home EV chargers is set to expire June 30, but qualifying can be more complicated than simply buying a charger.
By Paige Cerulli
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Suddenly Inherited Money? Here's What to Do NextWhat you should do with an inheritance, even if it comes at the worst possible time.
By Janet Bodnar
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How This Retiree Hit a $30M Net Worth (It Wasn't Inherited)"My mother told me, 'You can't just save — you have to invest in stocks and real estate.' She became a millionaire, too, after I left home. … It takes time!"
By Joyce Lamb
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What TSA Gold+ Means for Your Airport ExperienceThe TSA's expanding use of private airport security contractors. U.S. Here's how TSA Gold+ may affect wait times, consistency and future air travel.
By Choncé Maddox
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Struggling With Credit Card Debt? Turn That Around in 7 StepsIf you're demoralized about credit card debt, you're not alone. Rising costs can make progress feel slow, but this plan will help you keep moving forward.
By Robinson Torres, AFC®, CFEI®
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Best No-Fee High-Yield Savings Rates: May 2026If you want to stay ahead of rising everyday costs, these accounts can help you achieve that.
By Sean Jackson
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Best High-Yield Savings Accounts May 2026 — Earn 4.20%High-yield savings account options Kiplinger has found that offer rates up to 4.20%, helping you beat inflation and grow your savings faster.
By Sean Jackson
