Finance

Can You Really Lower Your Bills Just By Asking? Here's What Happened When I Tried.

I asked all my service providers for lower prices. Here's what happened.

May 23, 2026 • 5 min

Where to Stay Comfortably for the World Cup in New Jersey

A North Jersey native shares her insight on where to stay in comfort.

May 23, 2026 • 5 min

The Superhero You Hope Just Sits There: The Best Thing About Paying for Insurance Is Not Having to Call on It for Help

An insurance policy isn't a lottery ticket — it's a contract that acts as a backstop against disaster, which is why the best claim is the one you never have.

May 22, 2026 • 5 min

When Lower Interest Rates Make It Tougher to Save, Don't Stop — Just Switch Up the Game a Bit

While borrowers reap the benefits of lower interest rates, savers are seeing their savings earning less. What are your options if you're disillusioned?

May 22, 2026 • 5 min

Inflation Isn't the Real Problem: Having No Plan to Account for It Is

Buying an "inflation protection" investment in retirement, instead of making sure your financial plan can withstand rising costs, is a big mistake.

May 22, 2026 • 5 min

I'm a Fund Manager: This Is What Investors Need to Know About the SpaceX IPO

Investors should start seeing SpaceX as a vertically integrated infrastructure giant spanning space transportation, global communications and AI compute.

May 22, 2026 • 5 min

3 Questions That Define Your Ideal Social Security Claiming Age

Claiming Social Security too early can cost you thousands. Before you file, ask these essential questions to ensure you aren't leaving money on the table.

May 22, 2026 • 5 min

Ask the Tax Editor, May 22: Roth IRAs and the Five-Year Rule

In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on Roth IRAs and the five-year rule, including contributions and conversions.

May 22, 2026 • 5 min

Dow Hits New High as Warsh Takes Fed Oath: Stock Market Today

President Donald Trump welcomed Fed Chair Kevin Warsh the same way President Ronald Reagan welcomed Fed Chair Alan Greenspan.

May 22, 2026 • 5 min

Anker's new entry-level robotic lawn mower for small gardens: Eufy C15 review

Affordable. | Can Anker's entry-level Eufy C15 robotic lawn mower upset the more expensive models? Our review of the brand-new garden helper for under 1,000 euros reveals for whom the Eufy C15 is the ...

May 22, 2026 • 5 min

ORICO X50PRO review: This Thunderbolt 5 enclosure hits 6,000 MB/s

External storage accelerator. | With the X50PRO, ORICO is launching one of the first Thunderbolt 5 SSD enclosures designed for ultra-fast external NVMe storage. Powered by Intel’s JHL9480 controller a...

May 22, 2026 • 5 min

If You Want Your Employees to Embrace AI, You Need to Let Them Have a Say in How It's Used

Businesses that want employees to work with AI need to break down some barriers first, as U.S. workplaces have become fractured, fearful and full of mistrust.

May 21, 2026 • 5 min

The Research Is In: Your Adviser's Many Years of Experience Could Be Hiding a Proficiency Gap

Turns out, an adviser's long tenure is not a reliable indicator of their true expertise, especially in crucial areas like retirement income and tax planning.

May 21, 2026 • 5 min

Millennials, Many of You Are Making These Common Money Mistakes (and You Won't Like the Consequences)

It's easy to lose track of spending when you're focused on your family and career. But this is what you're risking when you don't save or protect your income.

May 21, 2026 • 5 min

How to Retire at 62 and Build a Financial Bridge to a Maxed-Out Social Security Check at 70

Delaying your claim until age 70 locks in a permanent, lifelong pay raise. Here is your blueprint to construct an income bridge that safely funds your retirement gap years.

May 21, 2026 • 5 min

Here's How Your Favorite Stores Use Surveillance Data to Charge You More

From online to in-store, retailers track your behavior to set maximum prices. Here's how to fight back.

May 21, 2026 • 5 min

'Inflation Comes and Goes,' But Your Savings Can't Wait: Dave Ramsey’s 8 Ways to Protect Your Retirement

Ready to call it quits? From timing Social Security to planning, here are 8 pieces of Dave Ramsey advice for a secure retirement.

May 21, 2026 • 5 min

Stocks Are Choppy After Nvidia Earnings: Stock Market Today

Poorly received earnings from blue-chip bellwethers Nvidia and Walmart kept a lid on the broad market's gains Thursday.

May 21, 2026 • 5 min

Rugged survival phone - AGM G3 Pro review

Ready for just about anything. | With a thermal camera, a 10,000 mAh battery, and genuine outdoor durability, the AGM G3 Pro is designed to outpace the competition. But how well does this rugged smart...

May 21, 2026 • 5 min

I'm a Financial Planner: Here Are 3 Ways to Plan for the Soaring Cost of Long-Term Care

It's never too early to discuss how to pay for long-term care — and as May is Older Americans Month, let's do it now, so you can rest easy in your golden years.

May 20, 2026 • 5 min