Here’s How to Plan Your Costco Shop for the Biggest Savings
Image source: Getty Images I have rarely, if ever, flown by the seat of my pants. I’m a planner by nature. I make lists, I weigh options, I do research. While this doesn’t exactly make me the life of the party, it does lead to significant savings when I shop, whether it’s finding a flight […]
Act Fast to Save $25 on Uber Gift Cards at Costco
Image source: Author Ride-hailing and food delivery apps make life easier. But the cost of using these services can add up fast. If you’re an Uber or Uber Eats customer, you may not realize how much you spend each year for added convenience. But I have good news: You can get a discount on Uber […]
Is a Sam’s Club Plus Membership Worth It?
Image source: Getty Images Joining a warehouse club like Sam’s Club could save you big money on things like groceries and household essentials. And if you have a larger household, paying for Sam’s Club may be an easy call. Now, as is the case at Costco, you have choices if you’re joining Sam’s Club. A […]
Low Social Security Benefits Might Force Some Retirees Back to Work. Here’s How to Avoid That Possibility.
Social Security is an important part of millions of Americans’ retirement plans and finances. For some, Social Security is a “nice-to-have” income source. For others, it’s a large part or all of their retirement income. Unfortunately for those who fall into the latter category, Social Security is beginning to lag behind the increasing cost of […]
The 5 Biggest Reasons to Choose Sam’s Club Over Costco
Image source: Upsplash/The Motley Fool If you’re a bargain shopper, one of the biggest questions you’ll need to answer for yourself is whether you’re going to get a Costco membership or a Sam’s Club membership. Costco has a very passionate — and opinionated — fanbase, but that doesn’t mean it’s the right pick for everyone. […]
3 Smart Reasons to Carry Multiple Credit Cards
Image source: Getty Images Everyone’s a little different when it comes to credit cards. Some people, myself included, like to use multiple high-quality credit cards for the benefits they offer. Others prefer keeping it simple with a one-card wallet. Even if you don’t want too many credit cards, there are advantages to having more than […]
5 Reasons You Should Be Using the Costco Mobile App
Image source: Getty Images If you’ve ever spent time on Costco’s website and thought, “Wow, this is not awesome or modern in any way!” then I have good news: The Costco mobile app is so much better. I’m not the only one who thinks so, either. It has 4.8 and 4.7 stars in the Apple […]
How Long Does $1 Million Last After You Turn 60?
Image source: The Motley Fool/Unsplash Having $1 million or more in your retirement account is an accomplishment that just over 3% of Americans have currently reached, according to the Employee Benefit Research Institute. But even if you accomplish that goal, the rising cost of living has weighed down on many retirees’ budgets, causing some to […]
This Is the Average 401(k) Balance for Ages 35 to 44
Retirement might seem far off when you’re in your late 30s or early 40s, but it has a way of creeping up on you. If you haven’t started saving yet, it might be time to step on the gas if you can squeeze a bit more out of your budget. And if you’re already building […]
Healthcare in Retirement Could Cost You $165,000. Here Are 3 Smart Medicare Moves to Make it Less Expensive
Once you retire, you may find that a number of your expenses start to decline. You might spend less on transportation in the absence of a daily commute. And you might spend less on housing if your home gets paid off before retirement begins. But if there’s one expense that’s likely to increase in retirement, […]
