Home Savings
News, insights and expert analysis on home savings from the team at Kiplinger.
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How to Prepare For a Hurricane and Other Natural Disasters
As worries about hurricanes, wildfires, floods and other natural disasters accelerate, here are some key steps to take to get ready for whatever might come your way.
By Carla Ayers
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18 Ways to Cut Your Energy Bill
Whatever the direction of utility prices, it pays to make moves that reduce your energy usage. Here are 18 ways to use less energy at home and lower your utility bills.
By Daniel Bortz
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Ask the Editor: Questions on Expiring Home Energy Tax Credits
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, we answer four questions from readers on expiring tax credits for energy-saving upgrades to your home.
By Joy Taylor
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Press Pause on Spending: Reset Your Financial Mindset with a No-Spend Challenge
Use a month-long spending freeze to break habits, reclaim control over your money and lay the groundwork for smarter, lasting financial habits.
By Paige Cerulli
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Target Discontinues a Beneficial Shopping Perk
Target's price-matching policies will soon change. See how they might affect your savings on purchases.
By Sean Jackson
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Here's Why I'm Dropping Peacock After the Price Hike
Peacock announced it will raise its plan prices starting in July. Here's how much they'll charge and ways to save if you want to keep it.
By Sean Jackson
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10 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Summer Weather
Hot summer weather can take a toll on your home if you're not prepared. Follow these tips to make sure you're ready for the season.
By Daniel Bortz
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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
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Smart Meters vs Regular Meters: Which is Best for You?
Some people like seeing how much energy they use, but not everyone likes smart meters.
By Ben Demers
