Latest articles by Kathryn Pomroy
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Amazon vs. Walmart: Who Has the Cheaper Prices?
Amazon handily beat Walmart for the lowest prices on food and consumables, a study shows. In other categories, things tightened up.
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What You Need to Know About Elon Musk's DOGE's Access to Medicare Systems
Officials at Musk-led DOGE were given access to agency data systems and technology at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), an agency with a $2 trillion budget.
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13 Things Medicare Gives You for Free
Medicare beneficiaries often pay monthly premiums, copays, annual deductibles and prescription drug costs. But what you may not know is that some services don’t cost anything at all.
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The 12 Best Things Rich Retirees Do
From prioritizing spending and investing to using debt wisely and developing a giving attitude, rich retirees develop habits to live by.
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Amazon Prime Members Can Now Save Nearly $70 Per Year on Gas
Amazon Prime members can save 10 cents per gallon at select gas stations. See how to sign up for discounts.
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The Real Cost of Funding Adult Children: Postponing Retirement
Report shows that nearly one-third of American parents support their adult children financially.
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457 Plan Contribution Limits for 2025
Retirement plans There are higher 457 plan contribution limits for state and local government workers in 2025. That's good news for state and local government employees
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Where Are the Best Areas for Tiny Homes?
Thinking about downsizing? A tiny home creates a cozy space at a lower operating cost. See which areas are best for them.
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Half of All Households Have a Female CFO. Does Yours?
New study on women and money shows that 49% of women consider themselves to be the CFO of their household and 43% the main breadwinner.
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Going Freelance — What You Need to Know
FlexJob’s report spotlights top companies, career fields, and job titles on the rise for fully remote freelance workers.
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Five Biggest Frauds To Watch Out For
The biggest frauds involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to dupe consumers and businesses. Here's what to look out for.
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Sorry, Florida, Retirees Just Aren't That Into You
For years, Florida was the go-to state for retirees looking for sunshine, warm temps, sandy beaches and endless ways to stay busy. But those glory days may be over, according to a recent study
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Why Luxury Home Sales Are at an All-Time High
The average price of a luxury home in the U.S. sold for a record $1.18 million in the second quarter of 2024, up 8.8% from a year earlier, Redfin shows.
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10 Highest-Paying Jobs Without a Degree in 2025
These are the 10 jobs that pay the most in 2025 for people without a four-year degree.
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Will the New Social Security Fairness Act Change Your Benefits In 2025?
The Social Security Fairness Act will impact the Social Security benefits of millions of public sector retirees, enabling those with a pension to also collect full SS benefits. However, retroactive payments have been delayed.
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Should You Take a Loan From Your 401(k) Before Retiring?
You can take a loan from your 401(k) plan if necessary, but it runs the risk of jeopardizing your long-term retirement goals, so make sure to consider your options carefully.
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403(b) Contribution Limits for 2025: Good News for Teachers
retirement plans Teachers and nonprofit workers can contribute more to a 403(b) retirement plan in 2025 than they could in 2024.
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Thrift Savings Plan Contribution Limits for 2025
Thrift Savings Plan contribution limits are rising to $23,500 in 2025, up from $23,000 in 2024. Plus, new catch-up limits for people 60-63.
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BlackRock CEO Larry Fink Says Retiring at 65 Is ‘Crazy’
Fink says it's time to rethink the traditional retirement age of 65. Baby boomers are partly to blame.
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Four Smart Money Moves to Make Right Now
To start out 2025 on a high note, we looked at four smart money moves to make today to secure your finances tomorrow.
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Is Your Company Age-Friendly? Most Companies Say They Are But Employees Don't See It
In recent years, many companies have stepped up their efforts to attract and retain older workers. But many older workers aren't seeing the impact. Here's what to do about it.
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What Is the Social Security January Payment Schedule?
Generally, the exact date your first Social Security January benefit arrives depends on what day of the month you were born. Payments follow the month that they are due, so your January check is for your December benefit.
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How Refinancing a Home Loan Works. And Is It Right For You?
Refinancing a mortgage works by replacing your current mortgage with a new one. It can save you money or let you tap the equity in your home, but it can take time to break even after upfront costs.
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No Roth IRA In Your Retirement Plan? The Pros and Cons of Adding One in 2025
Think you might want to open a Roth IRA? Roth IRAs offer tax-free growth of your investments and no RMDs, but income limits are low and you have to wait to withdraw earnings.
