admin It’s been something like an article of faith for many years: Drinking 8 ounces of water eight times a day is ideal for staying hydrated. But a recent study is pouring that theory down the drain. Researchers say individual water needs vary from person to person, and blanket recommendations for water intake should be forgotten. … Read more
Alliance Images / Shutterstock.com Frugality isn’t a monolithic concept. It’s more of a continuum, with different approaches for different people. You can be frugal even if you don’t sew all your own clothes, grow most of your food, make all your gifts and create all your own entertainment. Frugal people can — and do! — … Read more
Sweet cravings don’t have a season. If you get a hankering for a frozen treat in freezing cold temperatures, don’t be ashamed. Instead, celebrate it. Monday, Feb. 6, marks National Frozen Yogurt Day, and many shops will celebrate the “holiday” with deals. The following chains have some of the best deals this year. Note: Before … Read more
It’s that time of year again: time to gather the documents you need for filing your federal income taxes. If you receive Social Security benefits, you’ll need a copy of your latest annual Social Security Benefit Statement, also known as Form SSA-1099 (or Form SSA-1042S for nonresident aliens). It includes the amount of benefits you … 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. Housing … Read more
There are many countries in the world, but not all are great places to live in. Right? Let’s be honest; relocating or living abroad is more complex than it sounds. Many factors can make a country a good place for expats, including the availability of job opportunities, affordability, quality of life, healthy life, and safety. … Read more
Mix and Match Studio / Shutterstock.com A decision to save money doesn’t have to be life-changing or even involve sacrifice. It’s surprising how much cash you can save simply by paying attention to how your money is being spent. People routinely buy things they don’t truly need or perhaps even want. It’s all about being … Read more
P l u s h S t u d i o s / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on NewRetirement. Have you considered how climate-related disasters might impact your current financial security and future well-being? Bomb cyclones, record high (and low) temperatures, atmospheric rivers, polar vortexes, super storms, thundersnow, heat domes, derechos, and … Read more
Simone Hogan / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on LawnStarter. In 2021, solar power supplied about 2.8% of America’s total electricity consumption. With so many advantages of solar energy, it’s no surprise that more and more homeowners are going solar. Solar panels provide homeowners with a clean source of energy that protects the … Read more
Krakenimages.com / Shutterstock.com Retirement is a time of transition and new beginnings. That’s a nice way of saying it’s when most people first tangle with the federal government on health care. Age 65 is generally when you become eligible for Medicare, the federal health insurance program. But the rules, options and ramifications of when and … Read more