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15 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Winter

home There are many ways to prepare your home for winter, which will help keep you safe and warm and save on housing and utility costs.

By Donna LeValley

The Best Temperatures to Set Your Thermostat and Save Money

These are the optimal temperatures to set your thermostat in the summer and winter to save the most on energy bills.

By Erin Bendig

I Made Some Mistakes Buying My First Home. Here's How I'm Making Sure It Doesn't Happen Again

Home Buying Buying a home can be a complicated process. I'll show you some common mistakes we encountered and provide expert tips to help you avoid these.

By Sean Jackson

This Is How Much You'll Pay to Share Streaming Services

It now costs more to share streaming services with family members who don't live with the account holder. Here's what Netflix, Amazon, Hulu and Disney+ charge.

By Ella Vincent

Home Equity in Retirement: Should You Sell, Borrow or Rent?

Learn how to preserve your property's value, tap equity for income and make smart choices about downsizing, renting or leaving a legacy.

By Choncé Maddox

The 15 Cheapest Places to Live: U.S. Cities Edition

places to live Have a look at the cheapest places to live in America for city dwellers. Is one of the cheapest places to live in the U.S. right for you?

By Donna LeValley

Valuable (and Fun) Things You Can Get for Free

ho doesn't love a freebie? From birthday pancakes to fun activities for kids and courses for adults, here's the lowdown on getting valuable goodies for nothing.

By Nellie S. Huang

Google Smart Home Devices Are Glitching and Users Are Frustrated

From missed alarms to unresponsive commands, Google’s smart home tech is leaving users in the lurch.

By Paige Cerulli

Verizon’s Free iPhone Deal: What to Know Before You Switch or Upgrade

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Verizon is offering a free smartphone — including the latest iPhones — with any myPlan, plus a three-year price lock. But is it really the best deal for you?

By Choncé Maddox