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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
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
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
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
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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
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
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
Best Airline Stocks to Own When the Industry Takes Off Again
Best Airline Stocks to Own When the Industry Takes Off Again
Airline stocks will indeed be bailed out, but that doesn't make the entire industry a buy. Here, we examine eight carriers for clues as to where the b…
April 15, 2020
Live Like a Local When Traveling Abroad
Live Like a Local When Traveling Abroad
There are multiple ways to live like you belong there, depending on your budget and how much responsibility you want to shoulder.
April 8, 2020
37 Retailers With Store Closures or Reduced Hours Due to the Coronavirus
37 Retailers With Store Closures or Reduced Hours Due to the Coronavirus
In an effort to help keep customers and workers safe, these retailers have opted to either shut their doors or scale back operations.
March 30, 2020
10 Products in Short Supply Due to the Coronavirus
10 Products in Short Supply Due to the Coronavirus
Certain consumer goods are getting scarce, and we don't just mean hand sanitizer and toilet paper.
March 26, 2020
13 Stock Picks Getting Hit by Coronavirus Fears
13 Stock Picks Getting Hit by Coronavirus Fears
The COVID-19 coronavirus is making its way across the world.
March 26, 2020
Sail and Sightsee On a River Cruise in Retirement
Sail and Sightsee On a River Cruise in Retirement
Biking, hiking and fishing expeditions when you get off the boat.
March 13, 2020
21 Secrets to Shopping at Costco
21 Secrets to Shopping at Costco
A Costco membership opens doors, quite literally, to a vast selection of bulk-size groceries and household goods selling at discounted prices.
March 13, 2020
16 Things You Can't Return to Amazon
16 Things You Can't Return to Amazon
Don't add these items to your Amazon.com shopping cart unless you're absolutely sure you want them.
March 12, 2020
Ways to Make Wellness Work for You in Retirement
Ways to Make Wellness Work for You in Retirement
There are evidence-based benefits for older adults who engage in some wellness basics, such as exercise, a healthy diet, and reducing stress.
March 12, 2020
13 Worst Things to Buy on Amazon
13 Worst Things to Buy on Amazon
It's become second nature for many online shoppers to go straight to Amazon.com to make a purchase -- especially Amazon Prime members who shop using t…
February 23, 2020
70 Valuable Things You Can Get for Free
70 Valuable Things You Can Get for Free
Only one thing beats getting a good price on something, and that’s getting it for free.
February 19, 2020
19 Worst Things to Buy at Warehouse Clubs
19 Worst Things to Buy at Warehouse Clubs
When time is short and your shopping list is long, it can be tempting to make a single stop at the warehouse club.
February 17, 2020
Tips for Dating Later in Life
Tips for Dating Later in Life
Dating as an older adult can be both easier and more difficult than it is for younger adults.
February 10, 2020
Did You Know There's a Cure for Buyer's Remorse?
Did You Know There's a Cure for Buyer's Remorse?
The Three-Day Cooling-Off Rule protects consumers from high-pressure sales tactics, so they need to know their rights. And well-intentioned businesses…
February 7, 2020