Here’s the Credit Score You Need to Get the Best Travel Cards
Image source: Getty Images It’s fun to learn about travel credit cards. I remember how excited I was to find out there were cards that could get me into airport lounges and help me score cheap business-class tickets. Those are just a few of the perks the best travel rewards cards offer. Once you have […]
This Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 69
The average person collecting a retired worker benefit from Social Security receives $1,905.31 a month, according to the 2024 Social Security Statistical Supplement. However, the average 69-year-old beneficiary gets $1,945.18 — about $40 more per month than the average retired worker. This translates to $23,342 in annual inflation-protected retirement income for the typical 69-year-old. Why […]
3 Reasons to Join Sam’s Club This November
Image source: Getty Images At this stage of the year, a lot of people are trying to find ways to cut back on spending to free up money for holiday purchases. So you may not be inclined to take on the expense of a warehouse club membership. But joining Sam’s Club this November could be […]
Medicare Part A Costs Are Rising in 2025. Here’s What You Need to Know.
Millions of older Americans receive health coverage through Medicare. And without Medicare, many would no doubt struggle to cover the cost of health insurance. But that doesn’t mean that coverage under Medicare is completely free. Seniors still face a host of expenses they need to budget for carefully. And in 2025, Medicare enrollees may find […]
3 Reasons You Can’t Bank On Social Security Alone for Your Retirement-and What to Do Instead
Social Security pays a monthly benefit to millions of retired seniors. And without that income, many would no likely be unable to cover their expenses in full. But while it’s OK to include your anticipated Social Security benefits in the course of your retirement planning, you shouldn’t set yourself up to depend on them too […]
3 Signs You Should Not Set Foot in Your Local Target
Image source: Getty Images There’s a reason Target tends to have such a large and loyal fan base. Where else can you find everything from apparel and makeup to toys and bananas all under the same roof? While Target isn’t a discount retailer per se, its prices can be pretty competitive in certain categories. Shopping […]
I Shop at Costco Every Week. Here Are 3 Mistakes I See People Make All the Time
Image source: Upsplash/The Motley Fool I’ve been a Costco member for about 18 years now. And while I didn’t always shop at the store every week, these days, that’s the frequency at which I need to go to Costco to replenish our supply of groceries, cleaning products, paper towels, and more. Because I spend so […]
What Should Your Net Worth Be at Age 40?
Image source: Getty Images Are you turning 40 soon? Or looking ahead to see if your retirement savings are where they need to be? At 40, I finally feel like a real, full adult — which also means making sure my investment accounts and retirement savings are on the right track. This brings me to […]
5 Surprising Things About Costco’s Kirkland Products
Image source: Upsplash/The Motley Fool Switching from brand-name to Kirkland Signature products is probably my second-favorite way to save money at Costco. (Number one is to use my favorite Costco rewards credit card.) I’m hardly the only person who uses their Costco membership to keep the family stocked up on Kirkland products. The Costco house […]
Sam’s Club Can Feed a Family of 10 for Under $100 This Thanksgiving
Image source: Getty Images With the holiday shopping just a few weeks from kicking off, you probably don’t want to overspend on your Thanksgiving dinner. At the same time, you may not want to miss out on traditional Thanksgiving foods or settle for smaller portions on a day that’s largely centered around eating — and […]
