7 of the Best Countries to Live in for 2023

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

15 Painless Ways to Cut Your Costs in 2023

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

How to Protect Your Money, Home and Retirement From Climate Disasters

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

10 Advantages of Solar Panels

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

4 Pitfalls for New Medicare Enrollees

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

12 Deep Discounts Available on Amazon Today

Planning to shop at Amazon today? Make sure you first check the “Today’s Deals” section. This is the retailer’s hub for deep discounts, but these offers change frequently. To save you some time, we’ve handpicked several of the best deals available today. They are all at least 25% off and get a four-star rating or … Read more

9 New Products at Costco in February

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