Latest articles by Kathryn Pomroy
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Happiest Places to Live in America in 2025. How Does Your City Rank?
Fremont and San Jose, California lead the pack as the happiest places to live in 2025, while Cleveland, OH and Detroit, MI are the least happiest places to live.
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Costco’s 4.5-Pound Tiramisu Cheesecake Might Be Your New Favorite Dessert
If you haven’t visited your local Costco bakery to check out the Kirkland Signature Tiramisu Cheesecake, you'd better get there early, they are flying off the shelves.
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Five Reasons to Take Social Security Early (and Five Reasons to Wait)
There are sound reasons to take Social Security early. While many experts say it's best to wait until full retirement age to claim benefits, here are some reasons to start early.
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The 30 Best Deals at Amazon's Spring Sale in 2025
Save on Bose, Samsung, Samsonite and more during Amazon's Big Spring Sale, running March 25 through 31.
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Walmart Super Savings Week Starts Today — Here Are the 26 Best Deals To Shop
Walmart Super Savings Week is bringing shoppers a full week of deals on popular brands like Apple, Dyson, Bose, Samsung and more.
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10 Reasons to Leave Your Heirs a Roth IRA
Including a Roth IRA in your estate plan has clear tax advantages, which can be passed along to your heirs for years to come. But if passed down incorrectly, your heirs won’t reap the full benefits.
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14 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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With DOGE Making Cuts at National Parks, Can You Still Use Your Senior Pass?
If you are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident 62 or older, you can still use your Senior Pass at any and all National Parks in the U.S. Here's what the Senior Pass is and how to use it.
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President Trump's Stances on Social Security and Medicare
Social Security and Medicare programs act as lifelines for millions of Americans, especially seniors. How does Trump stand on these issues?
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10 Unique Ways To Save Money Shopping With Amazon
Amazon offers a lot of value if you know where to look. We'll show you hacks that can help you save on big purchases and everyday items.
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21 Things You Can't Return to Amazon
Did you know there are things you can't return to Amazon? Before adding these 21 items to your cart, be sure to read Amazon's return policy first.
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Seven Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund
You may want to splurge, but using your tax refund to save for the future or pay down debt is a much better idea — even if not as fun.
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Medicare and Medicaid Employees Offered New Buyouts: What You Need to Know
Federal HHS workers who inspect food, research diseases and administer Medicare and Medicaid are offered $25,000 buyouts
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Portable Retirement Plans: Switching Jobs and Keeping Your Savings Gets Easier
Portable Retirement Plans allow employees to take their retirement savings with them when they change jobs without losing their accumulated savings.
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Can Both Spouses Collect Social Security Benefits? What You Need to Know
Both spouses can receive Social Security based on their individual earnings records and at what age they claim benefits
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12 Retirement Moves to Make In 2025
From applying for Social Security and donating to charity to maximizing your savings accounts, here are 12 retirement moves to make in 2025.
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7 Ways to Conserve Energy When You're Not Home
Check out these 7 easy steps that can save on energy bills while you're away
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How to Calculate RMDs (Required Minimum Distributions) for IRAs
required minimum distributions (RMDs) Understand when and how to calculate RMDs and avoid stiff penalties from your tax-deferred IRA.
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The 20 Hottest Rental Markets in the U.S.
A survey reveals that Miami takes the top spot as the most competitive rental market in the U.S., followed by Milwaukee, WI and North Jersey, NJ.
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83-year-old Mitch McConnell Won’t Seek Reelection. At What Age Do Most Senators Retire?
Longtime Senator Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) announced on the day of his 83rd birthday that he is not seeking reelection in 2026. How many other Senators hold the distinction of serving their country for a very long time?
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Cities With the Smallest Yards
Having a small yard may be a perk — that is, until you’re hosting an outdoor wedding for 200 guests or you want the space to build a pool and grow vegetables.
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30 Best Presidents' Day 2025 Deals
The best Presidents' Day 2025 deals include savings on luggage, patio sets, TVs, vacuums, grills, cookware, washers and dryers and more.
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Phased Retirement: Why Easing Into Retirement Might Be Your Best Move
If retiring cold turkey isn’t for you, consider a phased retirement that lets you scale back at work and ease into retirement before eventually stepping away completely.
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Best (and Worst) Cities For Valentine's Day
San Francisco, CA, tops the list as the best city for Valentine’s Day, while Gilbert, AZ, is the best city for a romantic dinner for two.
