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How to Make Good Financial Decisions 07/11/2016 08:00pm • In many ways, the health of your bank account is based on whether you're a good decision-maker. After all, whether we're rich, poor or somewhere in between often depends on the choices we make. Sure, some people are born with far more advantages than others, but still, whether you rise or fall in l How Much Could You Save by Living With Your Parents? 07/07/2016 08:00pm • For years, there was a certain ritual young adults could expect to follow: Graduate high school, earn a higher-education degree, get a job, rent an apartment and eventually, move into a house. Not any longer. A new analysis of U.S. census data by the Pew Research Center found that in 2014, for the How Hospitals Prepare for the Worst 07/05/2016 08:00pm • Last month, the tragic mass shooting in an Orlando nightclub rattled our nation. In all, 49 people lost their lives, with many others injured. But fortunately, the trauma teams, first responders and the staff of the Orlando Regional Medical Center were well-prepared. Their ability to quickly organi Bringing Simple Back to Retirement Planning 06/30/2016 08:00pm • Simple may not sound sexy or impressive to those looking from the outside and measuring your success, but the trappings of simplicity are truly priceless. They provide peace of mind and the ability to breathe deep and enjoy life. Below are several simple concepts to consider for your personal finan How to Buy U.S. Savings Bonds 06/29/2016 08:00pm • U.S. savings bonds, that tried-and-true gift of grandparents to youngsters who might rather have a new bicycle for their birthday, aren't looking that appealing these days as low interest rates continue. But they still have a few features worth considering for those who want to bulk up the safe-hav How to travel with asthma and allergies 06/28/2016 08:50am • Dreaming of your summer vacation? Wondering how to keep asthma and allergies under control? Put some planning behind the dream. Here's a timetable to follow: Two Months Out Schedule a checkup with your physician. -- Review your symptoms -- how often are they occurring? How well are you s Now's the Time to Apply for a New Credit Card for Your Holiday Travel 06/26/2016 08:00pm • With summer just starting, you probably aren't thinking much about end-of-the-year holiday travel. But if you want to use a generous credit card sign-up bonus to finance your fall or winter trip, now is the time to apply. According to a recent study by NerdWallet, you should apply for a new travel How to Save Time and Money Managing Multiple Doctor Visits 06/23/2016 08:00pm • If you feel like doctor visits are consuming your life, you're not alone. Those on Medicare who have two chronic conditions come in contact with the health care system an average of 33 days per year, according to the Dartmouth Atlas Project, an initiative that has been tracking Medicare data for mo 3 Steps to Help Make Your Retirement Assets Last 06/21/2016 08:00pm • Retirement means different things to different people. To some, it could mean having additional time to visit family. To others it might present more opportunities to volunteer in the community. And to some it might even mean having the chance to get a little more golf or tennis in with close frien Are Millennials the Renter Generation? 06/19/2016 08:00pm • Life looks different for millennials. Rather than rushing out to get married and buy a home as previous generations seemingly did, today's crop of young adults are taking their time. The median age for a first marriage has been steadily increasing since the 1970s and currently sits at 27 for women 10 Places With a High Percentage of Commuters Who Bike to Work 06/19/2016 08:00pm • The U.S. News Best Places Data Drill Down, separate from our overall rankings, is a regular series that sheds light on multiple data points in order to help readers make the most informed decision when choosing where to live in the United States. Visit our 2016 Best Places to Live ranking to see whi The Hidden Costs of Conventions 06/16/2016 08:00pm • Conventions have become conventional. It used to be that if you were going to a convention, you were probably a veteran or a salesman. These days, there's a convention for virtually everybody. You could go to an industry association convention related to your job or your hobbies (like hunting, boati 11 Summer Side Gigs to Boost Your Income 06/09/2016 08:00pm • The days are longer. The weather is warmer. Schedules are often less hectic. Summer is the perfect time to pick up a side hustle to increase your income. The options abound, with some lending themselves more easliy to summer than winter, thereby increasing your earning potential right now. If you'r 5 Ways for Dads to Invest in Themselves to Save Money 06/08/2016 08:00pm • To all you working dads out there: It's time to break away from your busy days to focus on investing in an important asset: yourself! With Father's Day around the corner, you're bound to receive a variety of gifts from your loved ones, but don't be afraid to treat yourself, too. Whether it be tendi 10 ways to get ready for retirement after age 50 06/08/2016 08:00am • Grow your savings. The decade leading up to retirement is your last chance to build a significant nest egg. The decisions you make now will impact the retirement benefits you receive and how much you will be able to safely spend for the rest of your life. Here's how to improve your retirement fin