Money

If you are one of the more than 72 million Americans who receive Social Security benefits, keep an eye on your mailbox for an envelope from the SSA, which will send out notifications beginning in December. The notice will outline how much you can expect to receive in your monthly check starting in 2025. ...

It's holiday shopping time and we've got tips that can save time and money this season. Many are familiar, a few are new and all of them are worth a second look, regardless of how many years of holiday shopping you've got under your belt. ...

Not only are hackers trying to get sensitive information and money directly from us but they are also targeting the computer systems of government agencies, their contractors, and other companies that store our personal information. ...

Original Medicare does not cover hearing aids or the exams for fitting them. Some Medicare Advantage plans, however, offer added benefits not covered by Original Medicare, including hearing services. Given the high out-of-pocket cost of hearing aids and their importance to overall health, anyone with hearing loss may want to consider all their options. ...

Retirement is essential, but where do you start? It can be tough because figuring out your budget isn't an exact science and your needs will vary, based on your goals and other factors. ...

Not long ago, we had to buy software applications to install on our computers; it’s called perpetual licensing. But for more than a decade, the software industry has been moving away from this business model and instead adding or outright replacing it with the subscription (leasing) format. ...

Editing and fine-tuning our home this time of year is evergreen for me with the added lens of cost versus need, being mindful as we sell or buy what is necessary to live a comfortable and stylish life. ...

The biggest scams are crypto rip-offs. Even worse, crypto recovery companies that request upfront fees are also scams. Typically, only banks and financial institutions can reverse charges and recover funds in certain crypto-related scenarios. ...