Why are seniors targeted for scams?
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In one year alone, seniors lost over $3 billion to scammers, and it’s gotten worse every year. The 60-69 age group was bad enough, but the dollar ... Continue Reading →
Home insurance costs rise
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When I got my home insurance bill and it showed a massive premium for my policy renewal, I actually laughed. I flipped the page over, believing ... Continue Reading →
Food prices to rise again
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Brace yourself, this is going to hurt: The price of all food is likely to go up an additional 7.9% this year. Food we eat at home is predicted to ... Continue Reading →
Recognize scam messages on cellphones
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Somehow my cellphone number ended up on somebody’s list. Now I’m receiving daily text messages saying that my Amazon Prime account is about ... Continue Reading →
Covid numbers support mask wearers
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How does it feel when you’re the only one in the whole grocery store who’s wearing a mask? Or when you get three phone calls from the senior ... Continue Reading →
Win at the ‘shrinkflation’ game
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“Shrinkflation” is a word that’s been in the news lately, and one that we need to pay attention to. We know prices are increasing on ... Continue Reading →
Is it taxable?
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After preparing my own taxes annually for over 40 years, I’m about to have someone else do them for me for the first time. This is not without ... Continue Reading →
Are recalled foods in your home?
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Ever wondered how many food items in your freezer, refrigerator or kitchen cabinet are on recall lists? I spotted a food recall alert on the news, ... Continue Reading →
COVID-19 … It’s still here
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of COVID-19 cases has steadily risen since December. Earlier in the fall, COVID-19 ... Continue Reading →
Having a pet is good for seniors
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The studies are clear: Owning a pet is good for us. For those of us who stay home much of the time, having a pet can be a boon to our physical and mental ... Continue Reading →
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