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Should You Refinance Your Mortgage? Costs and BenefitsThinking about refinancing your mortgage? Learn how refinancing works, what it costs and when it makes financial sense.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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15 Home Maintenance Tasks to Do Before the First Snowhome Don't wait for the first snowfall. These simple home maintenance tasks can help you avoid costly winter repairs and protect your wallet.
By Donna LeValley
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Are Banks Closed on Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day?Columbus Day, or Indigenous Peoples' Day, is just around the corner, which has many wondering if banks are open on Monday, October 12.
By Karee Venema
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16 Retirement Mistakes You Will Regret ForeverFrom saving too little to claiming Social Security too early, there are plenty of ways that current and future retirees can sabotage their golden years.
By Bob Niedt
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Walmart Deals Go Head-to-Head with AmazonWalmart Deals runs October 5 through 11, giving shoppers five extra days of discounts compared to Amazon Prime Day.
By Sean Jackson
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Kiplinger Housing Outlook: May Sees Multifamily Building SpikeEconomic Outlooks Aggressive builder discounting and rate buydowns drive a surge in new-home sales.
By Rodrigo Sermeño
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10 Amazon Products You Should Skip on Big Deal Days 2026Not every deal is a bargain. Here are the products that may be overpriced, counterfeit or better purchased elsewhere.
By Paige Cerulli
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Overcharged at Checkout? How to Spot Pricing ErrorsShelf prices and checkout prices don't always match. Learn how to spot retail pricing errors, check your receipt and what to do if you're overcharged.
By Choncé Maddox
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What to Do When You Receive a Large Check (And How to Deposit It Safely)Learn how to deposit a large check, avoid common bank deposit restrictions and make the process go as smoothly as possible.
By Sean Jackson
