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How to Safely Get Your Amazon Packages This Season
Worried about porch pirates? From Amazon lockers to secure lock boxes, here’s how to protect your holiday deliveries.
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FAFSA Advice for 2025
A new federal financial aid application drops on October 1 — and being an early bird will likely pay off.
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Student Loan Shake-Up: What the OBBB Means for Parent PLUS Borrowers, From a Financial Aid Expert
For students starting a new program on/after July 1, 2026, loans will be capped at $20,000 annually, and parents can borrow no more than $65,000 total, a big change from the unlimited borrowing setup.
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My First $1 Million: Health Care CFO, 52, Pacific Northwest
Ever wonder how someone who's made a million dollars or more did it? Kiplinger's My First $1 Million series uncovers the answers.
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Best No-Penalty CD Rates: Lock in Rates Over 4%
If you're searching for the best no-penalty CD rates, these top finds earn you returns as high as 4.34%.
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The Best High-Yield Savings Accounts of October 2025
Our high-yield savings account picks earn you rates as high as 4.35%, helping you outpace inflation and grow your savings quicker.
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The $2.5 Billion Amazon Settlement: Key Dates, Claim Eligibility and More
Amazon agrees to a historic $2.5 billion settlement over its Amazon Prime memberships. Here's what you need to know about the case and filing a claim.
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The 10 Best Travel Hacks Every Active Retiree Should Know
More retirees are hitting the road for their dream trips, and with some creative travel hacks, you can travel the world without breaking the bank.
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How to Add Your Favorite News Sources to Google Top Stories
Google now lets you choose which outlets you want to see more often in Top Stories. Here's how to set your preferred sources in a few clicks.