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You Survived 'Maycember.' Here are 8 Ways to CelebrateParents spend May juggling packed calendars, emotional labor and rising costs. Here are a few worthwhile ways to finally splurge on themselves this summer.
By Choncé Maddox
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10 Reasons to Retire in an RVretirement RV-loving retirees talk about the upsides of spending retirement in a motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel or other recreational vehicle.
By Bob Niedt
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The 12 Best National Parks to Visit in RetirementExploring the breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife of America's national parks offers retirees an adventurous way to soak in epic scenery and discover something new.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Why Your Cash Is At Risk in Payment Apps Like Venmo and PayPalReport suggests using PayPal, other payment apps to store excessive funds could be recipe for disaster.
By Ben Demers
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The Minimum Savings You Need To Retire in All 50 StatesWorried you haven't saved enough for retirement? Here are the average annual expenses and minimum savings amounts needed to get by in all 50 states.
By Donna LeValley
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23 Countries the US Says You Shouldn't Travel To Right NowPlanning a trip abroad? The U.S. has issued "Do Not Travel" advisories for 23 countries in 2026. Check the list before you book.
By Laura Gariepy
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Sunscreen, Shades and Meds: 11 Travel Must-Haves That Are Totally HSA EligibleTravel Tax Traveling but forgot some essentials? Give yourself a "tax discount" on vacation necessities using your health savings account by following these IRS rules.
By Kate Schubel
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How Savvy Are You at Saving on Luxury Travel? Take Our Short QuizQuiz Before you book your next getaway, test your travel savings strategy. Take our short quiz to uncover the best ways to protect your wallet on vacation.
By Donna LeValley
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When the World Is Your Retirement HomeGlobal nomads leave everything behind to wander the continents.
By Alina Tugend
