Booking a Cruise as a Solo Traveler? Beware This Added Expense
Image source: Getty Images For some travelers, a cruise is the ultimate vacation. Since cruise companies arrange most of the details of a vacation, the entire experience can be less stressful for travelers. But if you’re planning a solo vacation and considering a cruise, you may spend more than cruising with a friend or as […]
3 Reasons I’m Buying My Next Mattress at Costco
Image source: Getty Images I was just cruising the Costco website, like one does, when I discovered that America’s favorite warehouse store happens to sell mattresses. I knew it sold furniture, and in fact, someone I work with got a great deal on a sofa at Costco, but I hadn’t realized that Costco also sold […]
5 Little-Known Ways to Get More Travel Points
Image source: Upsplash/The Motley Fool As many savvy travelers know, you can unlock amazing travel opportunities when you pay with points. I’ve used points to book business-class airfare, five-star hotel stays, and expensive vacation rentals for as little as $0. The challenge is getting enough points to pay for the travel you want. If you’re […]
One Big Reason You Should Buy Gas at Costco Instead of Sam’s Club
Image source: Getty Images It’s an argument that’s as old as the hills: Assuming you can only pick one, should you shop at Costco or Sam’s Club? On the one hand, Costco offers more services than Sam’s Club, including car and home insurance. On the other hand, Sam’s Club’s basic membership is cheaper than Costco […]
Closing an Old Credit Card: Smart or Risky?
Image source: Getty Images Deciding whether to close an old credit card can feel like a tough call. After all, credit cards impact your credit score, your spending habits, and sometimes even your sense of financial security. But if you’re not actively using a particular card, you may wonder if it’s worth keeping around, especially […]
4 Little-Known Gift Cards You Should Always Buy at Costco
Image source: Upsplash/The Motley Fool Costco offers discounted prices on essentials like groceries, household goods, cleaning supplies, beauty products, personal care items, clothes, and more. You can also unlock discounts when buying gift cards at Costco. The retailer sells cheaper gift cards for many popular retailers. Shopping gift card deals can help you maximize your […]
3 Ways to Save an Extra $1,000 Before 2024 Ends
Image source: The Motley Fool/Upsplash The tail end of the year is a good time to assess your finances and push yourself to meet goals you may have set back in January. If your savings account isn’t quite where it needs to be, the good news is that you still have almost two months to […]
3 Reasons to Buy Flights and Travel With Credit Cards
Image source: Upsplash/The Motley Fool I grew up thinking credit cards were the financial equivalent of walking a highwire over Niagara Falls…in the rain…without a safety net. Indeed, if you rack up a balance, the interest payments can be costly. In a worst-case scenario, the debt can get out of control and trap you in […]
5 Perks of Buying Christmas Decorations at Costco
Image source: Upsplash/The Motley Fool With the holiday season fast approaching, and decorations already flying off the shelves at other retailers, it’s time to start thinking about Christmas. I know, I know, we’ve not even had our turkey dinners yet, but that doesn’t really matter much these days. If you wait too much longer, the […]
Here’s What Happens to Your Credit Score When You Apply for a New Credit Card
Image source: Getty Images What will happen to your credit score if you open a new credit card today? The short answer is that you’re likely to see a minor drop in your credit score when you apply for and open a new credit card. According to several reports, opening a new credit card can […]
