Personal Finance

National Parks Will Be Free on Trump’s Birthday, Flag Day This Weekend

June 14 marks one of six remaining fee-free days at America's national parks in 2026 — and the lineup of dates has changed from previous years.

10 Deep Discounts Available on Amazon This Friday

These items are steeply discounted — but the deals won't last long.

It’s Not Just Social Security: Medicare’s Squeeze Starts in 2033

A federal report just moved Medicare's day of reckoning closer. Here's what every retiree needs to know.

Money in a Minute for the Week Ending June 12, 2026

Here's a quick roundup of the news that moved your money this week, from Money Talks News founder, Stacy Johnson.

7 Tips to Boost Your Air Conditioner This Summer

Make sure your AC runs as efficiently as possible if you want to stay cool and save money this summer.

10 Things That Are Smarter — and Cheaper — to Rent Instead of Buy

Why buy when you can rent — and save big?

This Is What It’s Like to Retire in Small-Town Portugal

This town is perfect for retirees looking for a rich life in a small town.

Ford Recalls 255K Cars Citing Issue That Could Stall Engine. See Model

The 2012–2018 Ford Focus recall traces back to a botched prior repair, with a sticky Canister Pressure Valve that can deform the fuel tank and kill the engine mid-drive.

Is It Bad to Sleep With Your Pet? 7 Things Science Says

Roughly half of pet owners share a bed with their dog or cat. Science has some surprising opinions.

How Too Much Freedom in Retirement Can Trigger Financial Anxiety (and How to Fix It)

Discover how setting financial constraints can unlock more freedom and confidence in your later years.

If the Name Fits, How Do You Prove You Did Not Do the Crime? 5 Real Victims of Identity Theft

Imagine going to jail for someone else's crime. Yes, it happens.

Social Security Could Jump 4.7% in 2027 — but Don’t Celebrate Yet

I've been writing about money since 1991, and I've learned one thing about cost-of-living adjustments. A fat one is rarely a gift.
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