How to Find Freebies
There are certain days you’re more likely to get something for nothing, leaving you with more money to put toward your future. Fidelity Smart Money has published a guide on how to find freebies.
Set Subscription Reminders
Over 40% of people say they forgot about subscriptions and kept paying for them without using them. Don’t let that be you. If you sign up for a free subscription that converts to a paid subscription after a set amount of time, set a calendar reminder to cancel before...
Online Fraud—Powered by AI
Artificial Intelligence (AI) will benefit the world in amazing ways. But, as with any technology advancement, bad people can use it in bad ways. Scammers are beginning to use AI to improve their game. Between 2022 and 2023, the number of emails with malicious intent...
Watch for Stolen Packages
Last year, $8 billion in delivered packages were stolen, according to a report by Security.org.2 And the influx of delivered packages isn’t slowing down anytime soon. USPS delivered nearly 7% more packages in October to December 2023 compared to the same timeframe the...
How to Protect Your Privacy and Identity
The new year is an ideal time to make positive changes in your life. Remember to protect your identity and digital privacy. Identity fraud is on the rise, so it’s important to take better care with your online practices. Here are a few simple measures you can...
Recognizing and Avoiding Scams
Con artists cheat Americans out of billions of dollars every year. Recognizing red flags for potential scams can help protect you, your loved ones, and your hard earned cash. Phishing Phishing is when scammers pretend to be someone that they aren’t to gather sensitive...
Watch Out for Holiday Scams
Clickbait You are probably seeing more spam in your inbox. Here are some examples: fake invoices for items you didn't order, notifications that an item you ordered cannot be delivered, emails with links to track your orders, or a notice of a refund from a company that...
Protecting Seniors from Online Scams
Online scams come in various forms, and older adults are one of the most targeted groups on the internet. It’s important to know that not everything you see online is true, and some emails and websites will have malicious intent. Seniors should learn about best...
Internet Basics: A Guide for Seniors
Many older adults who lack computer skills or internet knowledge wonder if it is too late to learn. If you’re less than confident in your technology skills, there are plenty of resources to help you. Like many older adults, once you are online, you’ll find that...
Big List of Senior Discounts
Did you know that senior discounts at many places begin at age 50? Below is our master list of senior discounts that you may want to keep on hand. Not all locations may offer a senior discount, but it never hurts to ask, "Do you offer senior discounts?" You'll be...
Get Kindle Books for Free
This article shows 3 ways to get free Kindle books. If you don't have a Kindle, you can get a Kindle for only $69. Amazon Prime You can get Amazon Prime for $139/year, which lets you borrow more than 350,000 books for free with no due dates. With Amazon Prime, you...
Get a Deal on Travel
Rising fuel prices and a reviving economy are pushing up travel prices. Here are some strategies that may help you get a deal on travel: Book really early. Planes are packed these days, so airlines don’t have to compete hard to fill seats. Begin checking fares 3...
Pay Off Credit Card Debt
One of the first steps in wiping out debt is to pay off any credit card balances, since they usually carry the highest interest rates of any debt—today an average 15%. Here are 3 strategies for getting that balance paid off: 1. Pay it off with money from savings. If...
Price Tags Indicate Good Deals at Costco
Costco Wholesale stores offer great deals every day. But did you know that some things are on sale, even at Costco? It's easy to spot marked-down items by the price tag. Prices ending in .99 are full-priced and have not been marked down. They may still may be good...
