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Travel the World Without Leaving Home in Retirement
Travel the World Without Leaving Home in Retirement
You can still visit museums and marvel at their great works of art, tour historical landmarks and stroll through foreign cities ... from the comfort o…
July 1, 2020
Sales Tax Holidays in 2020
Sales Tax Holidays in 2020
Sixteen states are having sales tax holidays this year. If you plan your shopping around these tax-free periods, you can save big on back-to-school cl…
July 1, 2020
Travel Tax Credit: Will Uncle Sam Pay You to Take a Vacation?
Travel Tax Credit: Will Uncle Sam Pay You to Take a Vacation?
There's a proposal in Congress to give you an "Explore America" tax credit of $4,000 or more to cover travel expenses. But don't pack your bags quite …
June 30, 2020
13 Luxury Goods That Are Cheaper at Costco
13 Luxury Goods That Are Cheaper at Costco
You could be missing out on huge savings: Costco sells a limited selection of luxury goods at discounted prices, both in-store and online.
June 27, 2020
Are You Ready to Travel Again?
Are You Ready to Travel Again?
You may be itching to travel, but the risks and rules—especially for international travel—may keep you at home a while longer.
June 25, 2020
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24 Best Travel Websites to Save You Money
24 Best Travel Websites to Save You Money
Traveling is fun and you can do it without breaking the bank — you just have to know where to go online first.
June 12, 2020
Shopping Deals and Discounts to Take Advantage of This Summer
Shopping Deals and Discounts to Take Advantage of This Summer
Our hosts Sandy Block and Ryan Ermey share deals and discounts for new grads, Father's Day and newlyweds that you don't want to miss out on. The pair …
June 8, 2020
9 Reasons to Retire in an RV
9 Reasons to Retire in an RV
RV-loving retirees talk about the upsides of spending retirement in a motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel or other recreational vehicle. Even Presi…
June 8, 2020
52 Super Deals and Discounts for 2020
52 Super Deals and Discounts for 2020
With a special nod to those of you spending more time at home, we found dozens of deals and discounts, plus ways to save (or make) money.
June 6, 2020
9 Costly Mistakes Savvy Costco Shoppers Don't Make
9 Costly Mistakes Savvy Costco Shoppers Don't Make
The warehouse club offers plenty of perks, but next time you shop at Costco beware these tactics designed to get you to spend more.
June 5, 2020
How to Get Your Money Back
How to Get Your Money Back
Some refund policies have been relaxed during the pandemic, but reimbursement isn’t always automatic.
June 5, 2020
The Long-Term Cost of Stimulus Spending
The Long-Term Cost of Stimulus Spending
Heavy borrowing already on the books before the crisis hit will make the recovery even tougher.
June 5, 2020
Is a Second Stimulus on the Way?
Is a Second Stimulus on the Way?
Kiplinger.com tax editor Rocky Mengle chats with hosts Ryan Ermey and Sandy Block about what may or may not be included in a second round of economic …
June 2, 2020
When Is Amazon Prime Day 2020?
When Is Amazon Prime Day 2020?
Circumstances beyond its control have forced Amazon to move its annual Christmas-in-July Amazon Prime Day blowout sale in 2020 to ... not July.
May 29, 2020
Coping with Loss of Healthcare Coverage
Coping with Loss of Healthcare Coverage
Families USA’s Cheryl Fish-Parcham joins our hosts Ryan Ermey and Sandy Block to discuss how folks can find medical coverage in the face of job loss. …
May 26, 2020
20 Best Stocks to Buy for the Next Bull Market
20 Best Stocks to Buy for the Next Bull Market
The stock market isn't out of the woods yet, but it's getting late in the game for defense. These are 20 of the best stocks to buy now as you prepare …
May 22, 2020
16 Free or Cheap Things to Do With Your Kids During the COVID-19 Pandemic
16 Free or Cheap Things to Do With Your Kids During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Check out our list of kid-friendly activities to do at home that will help keep the entire family safe and won't put a serious dent in Mom's and Dad's…
May 22, 2020
Best Free or Cheap Things to Do With Your Kids
Best Free or Cheap Things to Do With Your Kids
With spring break right around the corner and the longer summer break not far behind, parents might be scrambling to find cost-friendly ways to keep t…
May 21, 2020
How to Spend Your Stimulus Check If You're Broke
How to Spend Your Stimulus Check If You're Broke
COVID-19 has knocked out the financial progress many had made over the last decade.
May 20, 2020
Best Video Apps for Staying in Touch
Best Video Apps for Staying in Touch
We rate five video-chat platforms for user-friendliness and security features.
May 10, 2020
Animal Crossing: 9 Personal-Finance Lessons From Nintendo's Hit Game
Animal Crossing: 9 Personal-Finance Lessons From Nintendo's Hit Game
The video game Animal Crossing: New Horizons has become a sensation in short order.
May 8, 2020
Where to Find the Best Mother's Day Gift Deals and Free Shipping Offers
Where to Find the Best Mother's Day Gift Deals and Free Shipping Offers
Get an early start on your Mother's Day shopping so shipping delays don't thwart your best intentions.
May 3, 2020
13 Reasons to Shop at Walmart (Even If You Hate Walmart)
13 Reasons to Shop at Walmart (Even If You Hate Walmart)
Let’s be honest: Many shoppers have a love-hate relationship with Walmart.
May 1, 2020
13 Frugal Habits of the Super Rich and Famous
13 Frugal Habits of the Super Rich and Famous
Becoming wealthy and staying that way takes a certain level of discipline.
April 21, 2020
31 Best Amazon Prime Benefits to Use in 2020
31 Best Amazon Prime Benefits to Use in 2020
At $119 for Amazon Prime, get your money's worth by taking full advantage of your membership. Here's a list of the best Prime perks.
April 17, 2020