The right destination can help you stretch your retirement budget without sacrificing the good life. james bommarito / Shutterstock.com
Budget is a crucial criterion for anyone considering retirement. The fact is that we’re living longer than ever before, so we need bigger retirement budgets than ever before.
Know your options for affordable or free mental health services and get the care you need. AnnaStills / Shutterstock.com
Tending to mental health as we tend to physical health is a crucial part of overall wellness. Regular mental health screenings, preventive care, intervention services and long-term mental health support are critical to curating a healthy mind and fostering emotional well-being. But for some, the only way to get this care is through low-cost or free mental health services. Whether you or a…
Our mail isn’t exempt from ever-changing prices — and the past couple of decades have seen more price hikes than any other in U.S. history. Jillian Cain Photography / Shutterstock.com
The U.S. Postal Service has now raised stamp prices twice this year. Most recently, the cost of a first-class Forever stamp went up 5 cents, from 68 to 73 cents. But that’s not the only hike 2024 has seen — and it’s certainly not the first one since the Postal Service’s inception. So how do postage costs when you were born stack up to costs today? Here’s a history of postage costs.
Yes, you really can get free goods or services at certain grocery store chains. WHYFRAME / Shutterstock.com
Consumers are still feeling the pinch at grocery stores, so it can feel extra good to get a freebie when you shop at your favorite supermarket. Several grocery chains around the country offer such freebies to shoppers. And there is no catch — you do not have to make a purchase to qualify for your gratis goodie. Here are some free items you can grab on your next trip to the grocery store.
Discover which over-the-counter cold and flu brands pharmacists reach for first. Inside Creative House / Shutterstock.com
When you need an over-the-counter cold or flu medication, which brands should you turn to? America’s pharmacists have some ideas. Recently, 400 pharmacists participated in the third annual BrandSpark/Newsweek Most Trusted by Pharmacists Awards, offering their opinions of the most trusted brands in over-the-counter categories. Following are their suggestions for cold and flu medications.
See how a few quick and easy changes can help keep your home cool and comfortable all summer long. fizkes / Shutterstock.com
Nearly 90% of all homes in the U.S. use air conditioning to keep cool during the summer, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. And while that might stop you from sweating all day long, it does put some pressure on your budget as your electric bill rises with the temperature. When you keep your AC from working too hard, you’re putting a little extra change into your pocket.
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