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Six Travel Mistakes to Avoid
No travel medical insurance? Unnecessary luggage and hotel fees? Here are the biggest travel mistakes people make and how you can avoid them.
By Daniel Bortz Published
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10 States With the Highest Sales Taxes
Sales Taxes These states have the highest sales tax rates in the U.S., but do they really? Learn what taxes look like before you shop.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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I-Bonds: Pros and Cons of Investing
Learn about the pros and cons of investing in I-Bonds, U.S. savings bonds that protect your money from inflationary pressures.
By Jacob Wolinsky Last updated
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What You’ll Pay for Medicare in 2024
Medicare premiums are updated yearly and in 2024 premiums for Part B and Part B increased slightly after falling in 2023.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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I Asked an Unresponsive Lawyer if He Was OK, and He Woke Up
A previous article struck a chord with readers internationally — and lawyers — and the advice we shared has worked well.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq. Published
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Best Online Brokers and Trading Platforms
online brokers Find the best online brokers using our survey that compares investment offerings, tools, apps, advice and more.
By Nellie S. Huang Last updated
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Having Enough Money for Retirement Still a Top Concern, But Moods Are Changing
A new Gallup poll shows Americans are still concerned about having enough money for retirement, but there are some changes from last year.
By Alexandra Svokos Last updated
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Free (or Cheap) College for Seniors and Retirees in All 50 States
retirement Whether it's to complete a degree, gain new knowledge or just for fun, seniors and retirees can get on (back) to school in a most inexpensive way.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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Best Places to Visit Where the Dollar Is Strong
From the Americas and Europe to Africa and Asia, we list the 10 best places to travel to where the U.S. dollar is the strongest.
By Quincy Williamson Last updated