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Food is a basic necessity for survival, but it can also be a source of pleasure and excitement. When money and health are no longer a concern, some people might indulge in extravagant and unusual culinary experiences. Men, in particular, are known for their adventurous and sometimes bizarre food choices. From gold-plated steaks to raw … Read more
Every Friday I recap “news you can use” from the week: a handful of quotes from major (and often expensive) news sources, so you can stay up to date on the news that affects your money without spending a dime and in less than a minute. Here’s an overview of what happened this week. Work-From-Home … Read more
Phovoir / Shutterstock.com It’s tax season for everyone — including hardened criminals. Yes, Uncle Sam expects to collect taxes on all kinds of shady dealings. It might seem needlessly thorough and wildly optimistic, but the IRS lists many illegal activities that count as income in Publication 17, its all-purpose guide for individual taxpayers. Following are … Read more
fizkes / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Point2. Never has the dream of becoming a homeowner in Canada felt just like that — a dream — until now. Homeownership rates declined to a 20-year low in 2021, and potential buyers might still be inclined to postpone ownership plans due to ongoing inflation … Read more
bubutu / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on LawnStarter. So, maybe you’re waffling over whether to invest a chunk of change in a pressure washer. Is it really useful? Is it worth the cost? The answer to both questions is yes. A pressure washer is one of the most versatile tools you can … Read more
Life moves quickly. It’s easy to get distracted. But that can be costly. Miss an important financial date or deadline, and you could be on the hook for a penalty or lose out on a limited-time opportunity to save money. Enter our “Money Calendar” series. In this edition, we’ve rounded up noteworthy money dates for … Read more
As women, we are often sold the idea that we need to spend a lot of money on certain items to look and feel our best. From expensive skincare products to designer clothing, it can be easy to fall into the trap of overspending. However, there are plenty of items that we can and should … Read more
Pixel-Shot / Shutterstock.com Spring has finally sprung — and so have these fresh and fabulous freebies. From free fries and fishing to complimentary ice cream cones and gratis photos of your furbabies with the Easter Bunny, we’ve rounded up some of the very best deals April has to offer. We hope that these seasonal savings … Read more
Monkey Business Images / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on NewRetirement. We hear it all the time: Most people want to be debt-free when they retire. It is all about peace of mind and wanting to be free from financial obligations. However, mortgages are considered “good debt,” and, if you can afford the … Read more
John Roche / Shutterstock.com Happiness, of course, is relative. Health, financial comfort, career stability and secure relationships all help lift one’s happiness level. (Sorry, Bobby McFerrin, it’s not quite as easy as your song “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” makes it sound.) But your location can have a lot to do with your happiness — and … Read more