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USA TODAY Network / ReutersYour car’s dashboard is full of warning lights you may not be familiar with. But they keep you updated on the status of several vital fluids your car needs to keep running in tip-top shape. “One of the most important aspects of vehicle care is maintaining…
USA TODAY Network / ReutersHoly guacamole! It’s National Avocado Day, and restaurants are bringing out deals for avocado lovers to enjoy. In 2026, National Avocado Day will fall on Friday, July 31, according to National Day Calendar. Whether you’re adding it into a burrito bowl or on a cheeseburger, or…
fizkes / Shutterstock.comIn a sea of applicants, your skills are your chance to say, “Here’s what I’m really good at — and why you should care.” Whether you’re a creative problem-solver, a spreadsheet wizard, or someone who can lead a team through chaos, the right skills can move your resume…
Prostock-studio / Shutterstock.comAre you wasting hundreds of dollars each month on subscriptions? You might be surprised to find that you are. Consumers spend about $219 monthly on subscription services, according to C+R Research. If you’re trying to find a little extra cash each month, you might benefit from getting rid…
Gemini / GoogleWorking from home can save you money on commuting, lunches and work clothes, but those savings may come with a downside: higher home energy bills. HVAC experts say remote workers often spend hundreds more each year on heating and cooling because their systems are running throughout the day…
If you’ve retired and receive Social Security as your main source of income, you may be unsure whether you still need to file a federal tax return. Many retirees assume they can stop once they reach a certain age, but the IRS bases that requirement on how much you earn…
Albert H. Teich / Shutterstock.comAdvertising Disclosure: When you buy something by clicking links within this article, we may earn a small commission, but it never affects the products or services we recommend. Insurance seems expensive until you need it. Cutting coverage may lower today’s bill, but it can leave your…
USA TODAY Network / ReutersWant to learn how to take clothes you’re done wearing from your closets and drawers and refresh your wardrobe – all for free? Let me tell you about the concept of “clothing swaps” – where you bring clothes that are still in good shape, but you’re…
Geber86 / Shutterstock.comAdvertising Disclosure: When you buy something by clicking links within this article, we may earn a small commission, but it never affects the products or services we recommend. Mark and Sarah stared at a number that made their stomachs turn: $42,500. They weren’t reckless. But life, a roof…
Roman Samborskyi / Shutterstock.comAdvertising Disclosure: When you buy something by clicking links within this article, we may earn a small commission, but it never affects the products or services we recommend. Your grandchildren learn more from watching what you do than listening to what you say. If you simply hand…
