It’s been something like an article of faith for many years: Drinking 8 ounces of water eight times a day is ideal for staying hydrated. But a new study is pouring that theory down the drain. Researchers say individual water needs vary from person to person, and blanket recommendations for water intake should be forgotten. … Read more
BaLL LunLa / Shutterstock.com Buying a home is often seen as a major milestone in finances and in life. However, even after you buy a home, you might be surprised to discover that it’s not as affordable as you thought. Here’s what you need to know about several common, but often overlooked, homeowner costs before … Read more
Nicoleta Ionescu / Shutterstock.com Costco’s buyers must be busy — although I’m a frequent shopper, the warehouse store is always full of items I’ve never seen there before. From Lego Advent calendars to giant jars packed full of biscotti, I’m always tempted to toss a new product or 10 into my cart. But just because … Read more
If you are among the 32 million Americans with osteoarthritis — the most common form of arthritis — chances are good that you take pain relievers to feel better. But a new study suggests that taking a certain type of medications may backfire. Taking drugs such as ibuprofen and naproxen for osteoarthritis may worsen inflammation … Read more
Roschetzky Photography / Shutterstock.com More than half of the nation’s biggest housing markets have seen home prices fall from their peak — with some cities off by up to 10%. Of the top 400 markets, 219 have recorded declines, according to a Fortune analysis of the latest Zillow Home Value Index data. In most places, … Read more
pathdoc / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on NewRetirement. There are many guidelines around on how to draw down your savings in retirement (the 4% rule, the multiply-by-25 rule), but what if you don’t have to spend your savings? You can generate retirement income with dividend stocks, and in a world where savings … Read more
Mangostar / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on NewRetirement. Were you the kid in elementary school who secretly ate paste in the corner? Or were you the one solving all the math equations from the end of the book on your first day in class? (I knew those kids. Both of them were … Read more
Customer satisfaction scores for independent senior living providers have fallen for a second consecutive year, according to J.D. Power’s 2022 U.S. Senior Living Satisfaction Study. A combination of a labor shortage, deferred maintenance and building improvement, and rising prices took their toll on resident and family satisfaction. In a summary of the study, Andrea Stokes, … Read more
Looking for a cheap new car? The 2023 Nissan Versa is your best bet. With a starting price of $15,730, the Versa is the least expensive new car in America for 2023, according to a report from Kelley Blue Book. Nissan charges an additional $1,095 to deliver the subcompact car, KBB reports. Just three subcompact … Read more
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