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Work‑from‑home jobs are everywhere, but getting started can feel intimidating when you don’t have specialized skills or experience. The good news is that virtual assistance has become one of the fastest‑growing fields and businesses are actively looking for beginners who can help with everyday tasks. These entry‑level VA opportunities can help you build real experience, … Read more

Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Monster. In 2026, resumes are doing more work than ever and receiving less confidence in return. As hiring grows more automated, competitive, and opaque, job seekers are reshaping how they present themselves on paper. Resumes are getting longer, customization is happening faster, and anxiety about applicant tracking systems … Read more

Home improvements can feel exciting, but not every upgrade pays off the way homeowners hope. It’s easy to pour money into projects that look appealing yet add little real value to the property. By choosing upgrades more strategically, homeowners can protect their budgets, boost their home’s worth, and avoid sinking cash into changes that don’t … Read more

Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on KFF Health News. Ever since Larry Wilkewitz retired more than 20 years ago from a wood products company, he’s had a commercial Medicare Advantage plan from the insurer Humana. But two years ago, he heard about Peak Health, a new Advantage plan started by the West Virginia University … Read more

Let’s get one thing straight at the outset: “Passive income” is usually a lie. At least, the way it is sold on social media is. The idea that you can press a button and watch cash fill your bank account without effort is a fantasy. In today’s economic landscape, passive income exists on a spectrum. … Read more

Not every money‑making skill looks impressive on a résumé, yet many overlooked abilities can become powerful income boosters in today’s flexible gig economy. When you recognize the value in your lesser‑noticed strengths and put them to work, they can add steady income, strengthen your financial footing, and unlock new career paths you may not have … Read more

Owning a home is the cornerstone of the American dream. For decades, we have been told that buying property is the safest way to build wealth. But there is a tipping point where that asset stops serving you and starts draining you. Financial planners call this being house poor. It is a specific economic condition … Read more

Most families do not feel financially stuck because they are careless. They feel stuck because life is expensive, decisions are constant, and progress is often harder to measure than it should be. A household can be working consistently, budgeting carefully, and still wonder why the financial pressure never seems to loosen. What helps most is … Read more

The average retired worker’s Social Security benefit has officially crossed the $2,000 monthly threshold. While the checks are larger, the data suggests retirees aren’t actually gaining much financial ground. According to The Senior Citizens League (TSCL), early economic indicators point to a 2027 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) of just 2.5%. This forecast represents a drop from … Read more

The way you start your morning sets the tone for your entire day, including your financial decisions. Some habits seem harmless but quietly pull you off track, making it harder to save, plan, and stay focused on your goals. When you become aware of these patterns and make small adjustments, your mornings begin to support … Read more