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You’ve probably noticed shrinkflation at the grocery store, but the concept of getting less is popping up in another place: your favorite restaurant loyalty program. The New York Times reports that restaurants such as Dunkin’ and Starbucks are requiring you to spend more before you can redeem loyalty program rewards. Some programs are growing more … Read more

Dean Drobot / Shutterstock.com Another day, another dollar — and for millions of us, one more failed attempt to budget. Feeling puzzled because your budget doesn’t seem to work? Here are some small expenses that might be the culprit — and some ideas for cutting down those costs. 1. Food SpeedKingz / Shutterstock.com Food is … Read more

BearFotos / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. Ah, the golden years. For many, it’s a time to sit back, relax, and enjoy life. But what if you want to work a little bit during retirement too? There are many jobs for retirees that could supplement your income and enhance your overall … Read more

Ground Picture / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder. Figuring out and sticking to a budget isn’t super fun for most people, but it certainly is a smart way to handle your money. The 50/20/30 rule is one of many budgeting plans that help us get spending under control. This … Read more

ALPA PROD / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder. If you’re spending more time at home these days, you’re not alone. With the rise of remote work, we’re seeing a lot more of the same four walls. It’s natural to want to spend your days (and nights) in a space … Read more

cheapbooks / Shutterstock.com Choosing where to retire can be an exciting decision, a challenging one or perhaps both. We all want somewhere affordable that can support a good quality of life within our budget as well as somewhere with excellent health care. And we may have personal priorities, such as living close to family or … Read more

Almost everybody loves Girl Scout cookies. For many of us, the question is not if we will buy, but which flavors we should choose. Consumer Reports wants to help us narrow the field. Recently, the publication took on the delectable task of deciding which Girl Scout cookies taste the best. Testers tried out every flavor, … Read more

Having full access to the stock market and many of the world’s largest retailers in your pocket all day can be a dangerous temptation — especially for those of us with impulse control disorders. It can be easy to make a purchase or trade a stock without giving it much thought. Fortunately, the technology that … Read more

If you are thinking of retiring soon, a sometimes-overlooked strategy might boost your finances. About 60% of people who move to a new location upon retirement choose a housing market where homes are less expensive than in the old neighborhood they are migrating from, according to new research by Vanguard. This move can pay off … Read more

ImageFlow / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. Do you feel you’ve got a good handle on professional behavior? As a considerate coworker, you acknowledge the boundaries that are appropriate for your workplace and you steer away from any subjects or comments that might make someone else feel uncomfortable. What about outside … Read more