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The Great Car Transfer Has Started: What to Do With Your Classic Car Before the Kids Argue Over It
A classic car can carry significant financial and sentimental value. Owners should document its value, records, and intended heir before…
More $100K Households Are Shopping at Dollar General — What “Trading Down” Looks Like in Retirement
Higher-income households are increasingly shopping at discount retailers. For retirees, trading down on everyday purchases can preserve money for healthcare,…
Credit Card Balances Hit $1.26 Trillion — Why Carrying Debt Into Retirement Is Getting Harder
U.S. credit card balances reached $1.263 trillion in Q2 2026. With interest-bearing accounts averaging above 22%, carrying balances into retirement…
Counterfeit Ozempic Is Still a Problem — 7 Red Flags Patients Should Know Before Buying GLP-1 Drugs
Counterfeit and fraudulent GLP-1 products can closely resemble legitimate medications. Check the pharmacy, packaging, prescription requirements, and labeling before using…
Consumer Confidence Just Hit a 12-Year Low — What Retirees Should and Shouldn’t Change
Consumer confidence fell to 81.9 in September, its lowest level since April 2014. Retirees may want to review cash and…
Your Part D Premium Is Only One Number — Check These 6 Costs Before Choosing a Plan
A low Medicare Part D premium can hide higher deductibles, drug copays, and pharmacy costs. Compare your total estimated annual…
How Do You Pay Off A Credit Card?
By Julie Jaggernath We’re often asked, “How do you pay off a credit card?” Many Canadians juggle more than one…
8 Things That Stop Feeling Like Emergencies Once You Have $25,000 Saved
A $25,000 emergency fund won’t prevent expensive surprises, but it can keep car repairs, medical bills, and home emergencies from…
Retired With 2 Cars? Here’s How Much Dropping One Could Actually Save
A paid-off second car isn’t necessarily a cheap car. Insurance, registration, maintenance, repairs, and depreciation can still cost retirees thousands…
Your Prescription Is Covered This Year — Don’t Assume the Same Pharmacy Will Be Cheapest in 2027
A pharmacy can participate in your Medicare drug plan without offering its lowest copays. Comparing preferred pharmacies for 2027 could…
