Sam’s Club claims to make savings simple by offering quality products at incredible values. No doubt, there are plenty of deals at this warehouse club. But not everything is a bargain — especially when you consider that you have to pay an annual membership fee of $45 or $100 to take advantage of the bulk […]
Go to Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted Places and you can have your phone’s passcode automatically removed when you get to a safe place like home or at work.
Shopping at Costco can be a great way to save money, but you might not be maximizing your savings. Imagine how much extra cash could be in your wallet if you optimized your buying strategy. With a little extra effort, you can fine-tune the way you shop at the bulk retailer and find unique Costco […]
There are few experiences more satisfying than throwing away junk you don’t need. A clean home is a peaceful home. No, that shiny Apple box will never be useful, and it’s better off recycled than sitting in the back of your closet. And no, you’re never going to peruse those old issues of Cosmo. Just […]
Making home improvements can increase senior safety and comfort. Fortunately, many modifications can be made inexpensively. You can perform several affordable improvements yourself or hire a contractor to make simple changes. As a result, seniors will be better equipped for aging in place.
Crime levels have declined sharply in the US over the past two decades. According to FBI statistics, the rate of violent crime fell 50% between 1993 and 2015, the most recent full year available. However, public perceptions about crime don’t always align with the data. In 21 Gallup surveys since 1989, the majority of Americans […]
The average Social Security benefit for retired workers in 2017 was $1,369 per month. That comes out to $16,428 in annual benefits for a single person or $32,856 per year for a couple — about $25,000 less than the U.S. median household income of $57,617. Living on a fixed income basically means you’re solely or […]
There always comes a point in our lives when we consider selling our home. Even if that’s not the case for you, the house you live in will remain to your children. That’s exactly why you should do everything you can to increase your house value in time. Next, we’re going to show you some […]
When it comes to living expenses, the truth is that most Americans subsist on a very thin margin. Seventy-eight percent of Americans are living paycheck-to-paycheck to make ends meet, according to CareerBuilder. The good news is that if you take a closer look at how you live, you’re likely to find many areas in which […]
Making a list and sticking to it when you’re at the grocery store is an easy way to stay within your budget. But there are some things that you shouldn’t put on that list to start with, even if you get big discounts with a grocery store loyalty card.