Prostock-studio / Shutterstock.com It’s been a tough year for Netflix. And it’s about to get tougher. In the second quarter of 2022, the company lost nearly a million subscribers — the biggest loss in company history, as we noted in “9 Good Reasons to Cancel Netflix.” They may be wishing for a return of those … Read more
Paying for long-term care is difficult for millions of today’s seniors. But the problem is about to get much worse, according to findings from the research organization NORC at the University of Chicago. By 2033, more than 11 million retirees age 75 and older will not be able to cover the cost of assisted living. … Read more
Antonio Guillem / Shutterstock.com The year-end holiday season shouldn’t really sneak up on anyone. It’s been on the wall calendar, looming there at the end of those 12 months of cute puppies or scenic photos of Ireland. But somehow, it’s easy to forget to prepare. And when the holiday season is upon us, it’s often … Read more
NDAB Creativity / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on NewRetirement. You worked and saved for years, you can now sit back satisfied with a job well done and enjoy some leisure. However, are you planning on leaving something to the ones you love? You might be surprised that the best inheritance is not … Read more
Stuffing money into a 529 savings plan can be a great way to save for college. However, in a handful of states, the programs are so shaky that you might want to consider alternative ways to save. Recently, the investment research firm Morningstar looked at and rated 54 of the nation’s biggest 529 plans. Taken … Read more
Many die-hard foodies love gas ranges. But testing by Consumer Reports suggests they might be bad for your health. Research has found that gas ranges emit nitrogen oxides, otherwise known as NOx. Recently, Consumer Reports tested two gas ranges in a controlled setting and found they emitted NOx and other gases. In a summary of … Read more
Feeling a bit anxious lately? You aren’t alone. Although there’s no way to ensure complete peace of mind, there are certain things you can do to help alleviate anxiety and stress. Following are some popular items to help take the edge off, so you can find the serenity you’re seeking. Each of these products gets … Read more
AshTproductions / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on TheDollarStretcher.com. “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” by Dr. Stephen Covey was first published in 1989 and has sold over 40 million copies since then, in 38 languages. Covey later co-authored similar books targeted to highly effective teens, families, and marriage. His writing is … Read more
Art_Photo / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder. The benefits of marriage don’t stop at love and companionship. In some situations, marriage can result in more Social Security benefits. If you stay married for at least 10 years, those benefits can last even if you get divorced. But the rules … Read more
Congratulations! You’ve worked hard all your life, and your savings are finally starting to show it. Now, ever so subtly, your priorities are beginning to shift from making money to making sure you’re not going to lose your money. Here are a few things to think about. And the best part? Most of these ideas … Read more