Why Knowing Your Savings Benchmark Matters Why Knowing Your Savings Benchmark Matters (image credits: unsplash) Understanding average savings by age can help you measure your own financial progress and set realistic goals for the future. The Federal Reserve’s Latest Findings The Federal Reserve’s Latest Findings (image credits: pixabay) The most recent national data shows that …
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Delaying Social Security Felt Like A Smart Move Delaying Social Security Felt Like A Smart Move (image credits: pixabay) A retiree believed the popular advice that waiting until 70 to claim Social Security would guarantee the best financial outcome. The Plan To Maximize Monthly Checks The Plan To Maximize Monthly Checks (image credits: unsplash) The …
Rancid Cooking Oils That Turn Into Health Hazards Rancid Cooking Oils That Turn Into Health Hazards (image credits: pixabay) Those bottles of vegetable, canola, and olive oil sitting in your pantry might seem harmless after their expiration dates, but oxidative rancidity causes the breakdown of unsaturated fats in oil, while regularly using rancid oil can …
The Million-Dollar Manuscripts Hiding in Plain Sight The Million-Dollar Manuscripts Hiding in Plain Sight (image credits: rawpixel) What if I told you that dusty old book collecting dust on your shelf could be worth more than your car? In May 2023, the earliest, most complete Hebrew Bible drew a record-breaking $38.1 million bid at a …
The Rise and Crushing Fall of Oversized Dreams The Rise and Crushing Fall of Oversized Dreams (image credits: pixabay) Something shocking is happening in neighborhoods across America. Those massive, imposing houses that once symbolized success and the American Dream are becoming ghostly reminders of unsustainable excess. Grist went so far as to say there are …
Electronic Devices That Need Specialized Protection Electronic Devices That Need Specialized Protection (image credits: rawpixel) Your gadgets deserve better than generic plastic containers. Due to their sensitivity to changes in temperature and moisture, electronic devices and batteries should not be stored in plastic containers. Plastic bins may not provide adequate protection against these elements, which …