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If You’re Buying a House Soon, One Line in Your Agent’s Contract Could Cost You $13,000
When the real estate industry got hauled into court over how sales commissions were set, I was happy. Finally, buyers and sellers could negotiate what they pay their agents instead of swallowing one bloated fee baked into every deal. That was the promise of the National Association of Realtors’…
See Where Americans Prefer to Set Their AC and What Experts Say
While the hottest days of summer appear to be largely behind, a heat dome that roiled the West appears to be aiming for the Mississippi Valley, the mid-Atlantic and the Southeast, heading into Labor Day weekend, according to forecasters. AccuWeather forecasts that daytime highs in those regions…
Back-to-School Shopping Gets Expensive. Here’s How Families Can Save
Back-to-school shopping can add up quickly. Between school supplies, clothes, backpacks, calculators and electronics, families often spend hundreds of dollars before the first day of class. The good news is that a little planning can help stretch your budget and make shopping less stressful…
Ranking the 4 Best New Family SUVs I’ve Tested in 2026
I’ve tested dozens of cars in the last few months, including sedans, SUVs, trucks, minivans and even a cargo van. Some models stood out more than others, and I was able to narrow down the four best new family SUVs for 2026 based on criteria such as value, cabin and cargo space, comfort and driving
Counting Down the 5 Best Hybrids of 2026 as Gas Prices Rise
As gas prices rise, so do the number of U.S. drivers who are considering hybrid vehicles as they shop online for cars, according to Cox Automotive’s Kelley Blue Book. The group said in a report released on Aug. 4 that hybrid consideration reached a record high of 22% in the first half of 2026 as
How to Get Senior Discounts on Cruises
Millions of people set sail on cruises every year looking for a stress-free way to see the world. After all, your food, lodging and entertainment are generally bundled into one neat package. All you have to do is book and board. For those cruising into retirement age, time at sea can be a dream…
California Lawmakers Pass Plug-In Solar Bill Aimed at Reducing Costs
California legislators approved a bill on Aug. 26 that could help reduce skyrocketing energy costs for residents by allowing them to install plug-in solar panels as an alternative, portable way to meet household energy needs. The bill, Senate Bill 868, authored by Sen. Scott Wiener, D-San…
12 Great American Museums With Senior Discounts
Ungvari Attila / Shutterstock.com Perhaps you’ve retired or you’ve just got time on your hands — whatever the case, appreciating cultural staples at a museum can be a relaxing way to spend your day. Whether you’re interested in science or race cars or unique art, the type of museum that interests…
Confused by Car Insurance? 6 Types of Coverage Explained
Meet the state minimum for car insurance and you are legal to drive. Whether you are well protected is another thing. Required coverage is designed to cover the damage you might inflict on other people. For example, an injury to a person, or damage to their car or property. Repairing your own car…
When Does an Extended Car Warranty Make Financial Sense? Here’s How to Decide
If you’ve kept your car long enough to watch the factory warranty expire, you’ve probably had to decide whether an extended warranty plan is worth it. An extended car warranty is a contract with a dealership or a third-party provider that covers certain repairs once factory coverage ends. Whether…