Kleber Cordeiro / Shutterstock.com You’ve probably heard that the United States is undergoing a “triple-demic” right now — a convergence of three contagious respiratory viral illnesses: influenza, COVID-19 and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus). Hospitals around the country are filling with cases of all three, CBS News reports. Flu season typically doesn’t peak until February and, … Read more

You can only work so many hours per day, so if you want to build wealth, you will need to make money while you sleep. For this to happen, you must find ways to generate passive income. Unfortunately, earning passive income can seem overwhelming as it often requires a lot of money or effort upfront … Read more

Ariya J / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Living on the Cheap. If your spending has gotten out of control or you want to cut down on unnecessary expenses, it might be time to embark on a no-spend challenge. Going an entire month without spending beyond necessities can be an eye-opening experience. … Read more

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Bogdan Sonjachnyj / Shutterstock.com The recent holiday cold wave that put much of the nation on ice probably has you dreaming of travel to warmer climates. Before you book a trip, make sure you look for ways to save. By tapping into the wisdom of the most seasoned — and frugal — globetrotters, you can … Read more

Editor’s Note: This story comes from partner site DealNews.com. January comes on the heels of the busy Black Friday and holiday seasons — and all the sales that go with them. So it’s no surprise that many people don’t think about saving in the first month of the year. But like any other time, January … Read more

JW_PNW / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Living on the Cheap. Brad Cross expected to pay just $350 for renting a Honda Accord for four days in June from Avis in Salt Lake City. Instead, the car rental company broadsided him with a surprise $2,974 charge to his credit card. “Avis said … Read more

Cornelius Krishna Tedjo / Shutterstock.com As a new year approaches, Americans likely are filled with hopes — and a few fears. After a rough 2022, many of us have bruised finances. And while we may be hopeful that 2023 will be better, we also harbor some anxieties about how the next 12 months will impact … Read more

Krakenimages.com / Shutterstock.com Like many other health insurance plans, Medicare is subject to change each year. Beneficiaries might see different premiums, deductibles and coverage levels each January. However, there are more changes than usual for 2023, thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. The federal law included a significant overhaul of some Medicare provisions. … Read more

Costco shoppers get used to seeking out their old favorites — a juicy rotisserie chicken, a pallet of paper towels, enough coffee to fuel an entire dorm. But because the warehouse club’s selection is so huge, it’s easy to forget that Costco adds new products all the time. There’s no reason to skip over the … Read more