In writing last week about hidden “junk fees,” I ended with a recommendation. Before choosing a phone plan, booking a hotel stay, buying an airline ticket, or making many other types of financial commitments, ask, “What other fees or charges are there I need to know...
In his State of the Union address, President Biden announced his intent to “take on junk fees.” These are the hidden fees involved with many of the services we purchase. I have written previously about undisclosed fees related to investments (annuities, private REITS,...
Watch this video on YouTube Do your credit card reward points belong to you? For frequent travelers, who often choose credit cards based on reward programs, accumulated points can be worth thousands of dollars. Whether points are an asset that can be transferred to an...
Watch this video on YouTube “Hi, my name is Rick. I am addicted to thistling.” It’s true. Every summer weekend that I am in town I spend 2-8 hours scouring the canyons and gullies in my neighborhood for noxious weeds. With my four-gallon backpack...
Watch this video on YouTube For elderly people facing the reality of diminishing capabilities, a service that can help maintain their independence is ridesharing. Ridesharing is hardly news for most Americans, particularly those in urban areas. After all, it has been...
Watch this video on YouTube One way to stretch your retirement nest egg is to relocate your retirement nest. Finding a place with a lower cost of living can include considering retirement in another country. According to International Living, Panama is one of the best...
