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Credit Cards With No Foreign Transaction Fees
Enjoy traveling abroad? Find a credit card with no foreign transaction fees, or your spending could add up to a big chunk of change.
By Sean Jackson
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Kiplinger Retail Outlook: Rise in Gasoline Prices Will Slow Some Sales
Economic Forecasts Sales rebounded in February after snowstorms, but inflation-adjusted sales should slow a bit going forward.
By David Payne
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Costco Vacation Deals: Are They Worth It?
Thinking of trying a vacation package? Costco vacation deals, along with deals from BJ's and Sam's Club, are convenient and save you money. But what about the downsides?
By Daniel Bortz
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5 Ways to Save on Your Phone Bill When Traveling Abroad
From international plans to eSIMs and Wi-Fi tricks — practical tips to stay connected abroad without the sticker shock.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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5 Steps to Take to Get Money Back from a Trip Gone Awry
Five steps to take if travels go awry and you need to get money back.
By Becca van Sambeck
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9 Tips to Splurge on a Vacation, From a Wealth Adviser
Ditch the guilt part of your trip by intentionally budgeting, defining your own dream getaway and ensuring your financial and legal documents are in order.
By Mary Ware, CFP®, CIMA®, CDFA®
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8 Things You Need to Stop Wasting Money on in 2026
Want to spring clean your finances? Start by cutting out these sneaky sources of waste in your budget.
By Rachael Green
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Why Prediction Markets and Sports Betting Aren't Investing
A gentle reminder amid March Madness.
By Coryanne Hicks
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Our Son Can't Come on the Family Cruise. Should I Send Him a Check?
I'm disappointed my son can't go to Greece with us, but we can't reschedule. I want him to feel we are treating him fairly.
By Maurie Backman
