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How to Stay Safe During Summer Storms: What to Know About Lightning Risks
Learn how to protect your home, electronics, and personal safety from lightning strikes this summer — plus what your insurance might cover.
By Paige Cerulli Published
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A Cruiser’s Guide to Carnival’s Revamped Rewards Program
With Carnival launching a revamped dual‑earning loyalty program in June 2026, learn how to rack up points and tier status more strategically — aboard and ashore.
By Choncé Maddox Published
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How to Complain and Get Results
Smart Shopping Impersonal customer service makes it hard to get help. Here's the script for success.
By Eileen Ambrose Last updated
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Five Home Upgrades for Surviving Record-Breaking Heat
With global temperatures expected to hover at record highs for years to come, now’s the time to upgrade your home for long-term heat resilience.
By Paige Cerulli Published
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Is Your Smartphone Making Your Car Insurance More Expensive?
Apps that track your location and behavior could be quietly raising your rates — even if they're not from your insurance company.
By Paige Cerulli Published
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Hail Damage Insurance Claims: Are They Worth the Hassle?
Before filing a hail damage insurance claim, understand the potential costs, risks and whether it’s worth the effort. Learn when to file and when to pay out of pocket.
By Paige Cerulli Published
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How to Cancel a Check
If you need to cancel a check you've written, here's how you do it.
By Ella Vincent Published
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I Didn't Get My REAL ID in Time for the Deadline. What Can I Use at the Airport?
Alternative forms of ID to use at airports if you didn't get a REAL ID in time for the May 7 deadline.
By Alexandra Svokos Published
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Do You Need an AI Agent in Your Life?
AI agents promise to be the next big thing in artificial intelligence, but what exactly do they do?
By Tom Taulli Last updated
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Three Simple Ways to Live Greener This Earth Day
Celebrate Earth Day with three simple, impactful habits — save energy, go green at home and give back to nature.
By Choncé Maddox Last updated
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How to Store Your Financial Documents the Right Way
Having mountains of financial paperwork take over your home can be frustrating. Here's how to get the mess under control while still having your essential information at your fingertips.
By Laura Gariepy Published
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How to Cash in Savings Bonds
savings Whether you bought savings bonds during inflation’s peak or have older bonds collecting dust, take these steps to cash them in.
By Ella Vincent Last updated
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Need More Time to File Your Taxes? Here's How to Get an Extension
Tax Deadlines If you can't finish your federal tax return by Tax Day, you can get more time by filing a tax extension.
By Rocky Mengle Last updated
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How to Delete Your 23andMe Data
23andMe is pursuing a sale after filing for bankruptcy, leading many customers to look into deleting their data from the company.
By Alexandra Svokos Published
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Here's How to Get the Disney Plus, Hulu, Max Bundle for $10
American Express Platinum cardholders can use their streaming perks to score this ad-free deal for only $10 per month. Here's how.
By Sean Jackson Published
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How to Fly Private Without Breaking the Bank
Luxury travel, redefined—discover how to fly private for less.
By Brittany Leitner Published
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How to Shelter Your Tax Refund from the CPI Inflation Rate
Are you expecting a tax refund? Here are some ways to grow it so it outpaces the CPI inflation rate.
By Sean Jackson Last updated
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How to File Tornado Insurance Claims
insurance Tornados have caused billions in damages over the decades. If you were affected, make sure you document your losses and contact your insurer immediately.
By Elaine Silvestrini Last updated
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How to Add Treasury Bonds, Bills and Notes to an IRA
investing If you are wondering how to add Treasury bills, bonds and notes to an IRA, there are ways to do so.
By Lisa Gerstner Last updated
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Five Ways to Shop for a Low Mortgage Rate
Becoming a Homeowner Mortgage rates are high this year, but you can still find an affordable loan with these tips.
By Daniel Bortz Last updated
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Luxury & Exotic Car Insurance: How to Get the Best Coverage for Less
Learn how to insure a luxury or exotic car without overpaying. Compare rates, maximize discounts, and find the best coverage options for high-end vehicles.
By Jacob Wolinsky Published
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5 Things You Might Not Know You Can Negotiate When Buying a Home
Here are five things buyers might not know they can negotiate when buying a home.
By Daniel Bortz Last updated
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Where's My Refund? How to Track Your Tax Refund Status
Tax Refunds The IRS Where's My Refund tracker lets you check the status of your 2025 tax refund. Here's what you need to know.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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How to Benefit from Rising Interest Rates
Financial Planning Savers will get the best rates from top-yielding savings and money market deposit accounts at online banks.
By Rivan V. Stinson Last updated
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How to Fix Errors in Your Credit Report
Complaints about errors in credit reports have shot up. Here’s why — and how to fix them.
By Sarah Brady Last updated
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How to Invest $1,000: Open a Roboadviser Account
Smart Buying It's easier than ever to access low-cost, automated investing advice through a robo-adviser.
By Nellie S. Huang Last updated
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Ways to Keep More of Your Money in Retirement
Making Your Money Last No one likes paying taxes, especially once you've retired. So here are some steps to consider now that could help minimize your taxes later.
By Ron Anno, Investment Adviser Representative Last updated
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Wildfire Smoke Is Here to Stay. Here’s How to Clean the Air Inside Your Home.
A guide to cleaning the air in your home amid wildfires.
By Bernard J. Wolfson | KFF Health News Published
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How to Apply for a Social Security Replacement Card
Basics Getting a Social Security replacement card, especially online, is straightforward. You just need the right documents on hand and a new government login.
By Jackie Stewart Last updated