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Cut Your Cable and Internet Bills with This Script

Cut Your Cable and Internet Bills with This Script

What info to gather beforehand and what to say, plus what’s actually working for the Reddit crowd. (Hint: Try the retention department.)

Jul 25, 2026

How to Set Financial Goals (and Reach Them)

How to Set Financial Goals (and Reach Them)

To set and reach financial goals: 1. Start by finding your 'why' 2. Focus on the basics 3. Use the 'SMART' goals framework 4. Write your goals down 5. Make treating yourself a part of the plan

Jul 25, 2026

Washington Just Became the First State to Pay Long-Term Care Benefits—Here’s How It Works

Washington Just Became the First State to Pay Long-Term Care Benefits—Here’s How It Works

WA Care Fund is launching in July 2026, alleviating some medical bills for long-term care. Supplement coverage with these long-term care companies.

Jun 20, 2026

Are You Doom Spending? 5 Ways to Stop

Are You Doom Spending? 5 Ways to Stop

Know the signs, set spending limits and limit one-click purchases.

Jul 25, 2026

Kids Can Fly Free With This Airline’s Membership Promotion Ending May 15

Kids Can Fly Free With This Airline’s Membership Promotion Ending May 15

Frontier’s DISCOUNT DEN® club, which includes free airfare for kids, is $50 off until May 15. Here's how the deal works.

Jun 6, 2026

Find Your Budgeting Strategy: 4 Methods to Consider

Find Your Budgeting Strategy: 4 Methods to Consider

The best system for you depends on what you’re trying to do, and how much work you want to want to put in. Use our tool to find your fit.

Jul 25, 2026

What it Takes To Be a Lyft Driver

What it Takes To Be a Lyft Driver

Learn what it takes to start with Lyft and how much you can make once you get going.

Jul 25, 2026

TaxAct Review 2026

TaxAct Review 2026

TaxAct offers affordable tax prep for individuals, families and business owners, with free tech support at every level and access to tax pros when needed.

Jun 20, 2026

17,000 Spirit Employees Experience Same-Day Shut Down And Health Insurance Cutoff: But There Are Solutions To Remain Insured

17,000 Spirit Employees Experience Same-Day Shut Down And Health Insurance Cutoff: But There Are Solutions To Remain Insured

Thousands of Spirit employees have been left stranded without health insurance. Here are some affordable temporary solutions.

Jun 13, 2026

What Is a Strike?

What Is a Strike?

A strike is an action taken by a group of employees who stop working in an attempt to pressure their employer into meeting their demands.

Jul 25, 2026

The Largest Jobs Revision In History Shows A Softer Market For Workers

The Largest Jobs Revision In History Shows A Softer Market For Workers

The BLS cut nearly one million jobs from its count in the largest revision ever. See what this means for your money, debt and job security.

Jul 4, 2026

The Powerball Jackpot Nears $2 Billion: How To Protect Your Fortune If You Win

The Powerball Jackpot Nears $2 Billion: How To Protect Your Fortune If You Win

The Powerball jackpot has surged past $1 billion. Here’s how experts say winners can manage sudden wealth, avoid mistakes and preserve their money long-term.

Jul 4, 2026

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