Latest articles by Erin Bendig
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Which People Tip The Least?
A new study found that while most Americans have a negative view of tipping, some are tipping worse than others.
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Mortgage Rates Are Falling: 10 Housing Markets That Could Benefit the Most
These are the top 10 metro areas where the most mortgages are unlocked by lower rates. Plus, the magic number for mortgage rates.
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Three Best CDs Still Available, Even After a Drop in Rates
Even though CD rates fell after the Fed's latest meeting, several accounts still offer impressive rates.
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Are You Part of the Shrinking Middle Class?
The share of Americans in the middle class has been dwindling for decades. Here's how to tell if you're part of the shrinking middle class.
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Disney Plus with Ads 75% Off — Only $1.99/Month for 3 Months
If you’ve been looking to try Disney Plus, now's a great time. But you'll need to act fast, the offer ends September 27.
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20 Kirkland Products Retirees Should Buy at Costco
Making Your Money Last Stretch your budget in retirement by shopping wisely for Costco's affordable Kirkland Signature store-branded products.
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Social Security Expands Access To SSI Benefits
Social Security just expanded access to Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits and reduced the administrative burden for low-income households.
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Recently, 529s hit a new milestone — over half a trillion dollars is being saved in 529 plans across the country.
Recently, 529s hit a new milestone with over half a trillion dollars being saved in plans across the country. Why are 529 plans so popular?
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The 50-30-20 Budget Rule is a Simple Way to Save Money
Saving Using the 50-30-20 budget rule is an easy way to save. It helps you prioritize saving while paying off debt.
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Apple's Launch Event 2024: Next-Generation Apple Watches and New AirPods 4
Apple’s September 9th big event is sure to surprise and amaze with the new iPhone 16, along with next-generation Apple Watch models and new AirPods 4.
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Use this Super 529 Strategy to Jumpstart College Savings
This 529 strategy — superfunding a 529 — can help you maximize savings for a child or grandchild's education expenses.
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Social Security Administration Announces New Streamlined SSI Application
The new SSI application is intended to make the application process less burdensome and challenging.
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Is It Worth It to Upgrade to the New iPhone 16? Well, Yes.
Apple's iPhone 16 lineup brings significant changes across every model with dazzling new features and upgrades. Plus, Apple Intelligence will get a boost with the A18 Pro processor.
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You’ll Pay More to Cool Your Home in These States
These states are paying the largest change in average cooling costs this summer.
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Harris Said She'd Ban Corporate Price Gouging. What Does That Mean?
Kamala Harris said she would support a federal ban on corporate price gouging on food and groceries as president. What does that mean?
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Lifetime Access to a Luxury Cruise Ship Could Be Your Retirement Plan
Thinking about retiring on a luxury cruise ship? With programs like the new “Endless Horizons,” you can retire at sea and travel the world for the rest of your life.
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High Electric Bills? Here's How You Can Save
High electric bills this summer can be blamed on sweltering temperatures and rising demand.
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Heat Pump vs Air Conditioner: Which is Cheaper to Keep Your Home Cool?
Heat pump vs. air conditioner: which is a better option? As electricity costs surge amid what is expected to be one of the hottest summers on record, what can you do to cool off?
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What Are Credit Card Hacks and Do They Work?
Learn what credit card hacks are and if you should actually use them.
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Mortgage Rates Drop to Lowest Level Since April 2023. Should You Refinance?
Mortgage rates drop to 6.34%, the lowest level they've been in over a year.
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Wisconsin Launches First Home Energy Rebate Program to Save Homeowners Money
Wisconsin residents can save up to $14,000 on energy efficiency improvements. Other states will follow.
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You Can Now Open a 100-Year CD. But Should You?
With a 100-year CD, you could potentially leave millions to a charity or future generation.
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These are the Most Common, and the Most Unique, Items Left In Ubers
The 2024 Uber Lost & Found Index shows that riders keep forgetting the usual items — phone, keys, wallet — but many have left behind unusual, and sometimes questionable, items too.
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Kiplinger's Best Credit Unions
credit union Credit unions are nonprofit institutions that are owned by their members. Many of them keep fees down and offer respectable interest rates on at least some of their accounts.
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