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7 Rental Car Fees to AvoidRental car fees add up. You could pay double the daily rate unless you just say no at the counter.
By Daniel Bortz
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13 Worst Things to Buy at Dollar StoresThese discount retailers stock plenty of bargains, but not every product is worth the buck.
By Bob Niedt
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7 Tips to Save on Driving Costs This SummerThese seven strategies will help keep a lid on skyrocketing gas and car-repair prices.
By David Rodeck
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United Airlines to Raise Baggage FeesUnited joins other airlines in announcing higher baggage fees and other price hikes to offset rising jet fuel costs.
By Rachael Green
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The 12 Travel Tips Every Retiree Needs to KnowTraveling in retirement is a dream for many people. Here are 12 practical tips to help make that dream a reality
By Daniel Bortz
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I Need to Cut $1,000 From My Monthly Budget, and I've Already Given Up Starbucks and Dining Out. What Else Can I Do?Here are some creative ways to save up to $1,000 a month, even if you feel like you've already made all of the obvious cuts.
By Rachael Green
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15 Reasons You'll Regret an RV in RetirementHere's why you might regret an RV in retirement. RV-savvy retirees talk about the downsides of spending retirement in a motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel, or other recreational vehicle.
By Bob Niedt
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These 6 'Spring Surprises' Are Costing Our Retirement a FortuneSpring is here, but so are the bills. From HVAC tune-ups to surging travel costs, here are 6 hidden expenses retirees must plan for in 2026.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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What to Know About Dynamic Pricing — and How to Beat ItFrom airlines to food-delivery platforms, many businesses use high-tech strategies to adjust their prices online.
By Emma Patch
