In a world where technology evolves at lightning speed, certain skills remain valuable no matter how the digital landscape shifts. These foundational abilities can be used across countless online platforms and industries, opening the door to new income opportunities. By strengthening these timeless skills, people can stay adaptable, competitive, and ready to take advantage of … Read more

If you’re waiting until April to think about your taxes, you are already behind. Most people treat tax season like a root canal — something to be endured and forgotten. But if you are expecting the government to send back a chunk of your own money, you need to understand that the rules of engagement … Read more

While everyone else lines up for the same best-selling vehicles, smart shoppers know they can find a great ride by looking just slightly off the beaten path. You don’t have to sacrifice reliability or features to save money. And thanks to recent research from CarEdge, an online car-buying marketplace, you’ll know where to look. The … Read more

You probably have a mental map of your local hardware stores. There are the massive orange and blue warehouses where you buy lumber and appliances, and then there are the smaller spots where you grab a single bolt or a bag of soil. We spend billions at the giants, assuming their size guarantees the best … Read more

Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Live and Invest Overseas. Anyone who’s lived in Panama for any amount of time knows the city can be chaotic. If you forget that you’re in paradise, you’ll go down a rabbit hole and find yourself caught up in the day-to-day, complaining about the traffic, the price of … Read more

Inheriting a hobby collection can feel less like a windfall and more like a burden, especially when that collection involves specialized items like rare coins. You know there is potential value sitting in those albums, but without specific knowledge, the fear of being ripped off is real. We recently heard from a Money Talks News … Read more

President Trump finally made it official this morning: Kevin Warsh is his pick to lead the Federal Reserve starting in May. If you’ve been following the public “audition” process over the last few months, the news probably isn’t a shock. Trump even called Warsh “central casting” for the role. But while the White House is … Read more

Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on KFF Health News. Medicare Advantage health plans are blasting a government proposal this week that would keep their reimbursement rates flat next year while making other payment changes. But some health policy experts say the plan could help reduce billions of dollars in overcharges that have been common … Read more

Every weekend, 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 … Read more