3 Hidden Benefits of Joining Costco Everyone Should Know About

Image source: Upsplash/The Motley Fool Even if you’ve never shopped at Costco before, you’re probably aware that it’s known for its discounts on bulk grocery purchases. But a Costco membership gives you so much more than low-cost food for your fridge and pantry. Here are some lesser-known benefits you might appreciate as a member. 1. […]

Statistics Say: This Is the Best Age to Claim Social Security

Some questions about Social Security are easy. What is it? Why does it exist? How do you sign up? The answers to those questions are straightforward. However, there’s one key question about Social Security that’s more challenging: When should you claim Social Security retirement benefits? Researchers have conducted studies over the years to try to […]

How I’m Going to Save Over $2,500 From Opening 3 New Credit Cards

Image source: Getty Images When people look for ways to save more money, they usually don’t think of getting a new credit card. But you can actually save quite a bit this way. Case in point: I recently opened three top credit cards in less than a month, and it’s going to save me thousands […]

Social Security’s 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Offers Both Promise and Peril

The big day is right around the corner. On Thursday, Oct. 10, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will announce the highly anticipated cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2025. For most aging Americans, Social Security income is a necessity to make ends meet. The program is responsible for pulling 22.7 million people above the federal poverty line […]

3 Things Retirees Should Know About Medicare Open Enrollment Before It Begins

Healthcare is a major expense for retirees, including those whose health is great. That’s why it’s important to make the most of Medicare open enrollment, which is only a little more than a week away. Each year, Medicare runs an open enrollment period between Oct. 15 and Dec. 7. And here are a few things […]