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7 of the Best Budgeting Apps for 2026
If you're searching for a great budgeting app, here are our top picks.
By Ella Vincent
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How to Freeze Your Credit in 3 Steps
credit & debt Freezing your accounts at the three major credit bureaus is the best way to prevent thieves from opening new credit accounts in your name.
By Lisa Gerstner
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How to Save on Groceries, According to an Expert
Smart-shopping expert Trae Bodge shares tips on saving at the grocery store.
By Kerri Anne Renzulli
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15 Reasons You'll Regret an RV in Retirement
Here's why you might regret an RV in retirement. RV-savvy retirees talk about the downsides of spending retirement in a motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel, or other recreational vehicle.
By Bob Niedt
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Should You Get Home or Car Insurance Through Costco?
Costco car and home insurance policies offer many perks for Costco members, including discounts and extra coverage options for more protection.
By Paige Cerulli
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7 Gas-Saving Tips That Actually Work to Save Money at the Pump
These are gas-saving tips that will actually work for you and your car this year.
By David Muhlbaum
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Mint’s $45 Phone and Internet Plan Could Replace a $200 Bill — But There’s a Catch
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Mint Mobile’s new $45 bundle combines phone and home internet into one plan. Here’s how the pricing works and what you give up.
By Carla Ayers
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What to Know About Using Your Home Equity in April
With borrowing costs still elevated and economic uncertainty in play, tapping your home equity requires a clear plan, not just available equity.
By Paige Cerulli
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Gen Z Is Changing Retirement Saving. Here's What Millennials Can Learn
Rising costs and shifting priorities are changing how younger workers save. Here's what it means for your long-term plan.
By Choncé Maddox
