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How Much Does a Cruise Cost in 2023? 04/12/2023 08:00pm • With the rising cost of everything, including travel, cruise fares -- some as low as $26 per person per night based on double occupancy -- seem like an incredible bargain. And they certainly can be, but the fares you see advertised online often don't include extras like taxes, fees, port expenses, g When Is the Best Time to Pay My Credit Card Bill? 04/12/2023 08:00pm • Timing is everything, especially when paying your credit card bill. If you want to avoid penalties, plan to pay your credit card bill by the due date. But an early credit card payment might make sense if you want to improve your credit score and save on interest charges. When Is the Best Time to Pay What to Know About Continuing Care Retirement Communities 04/12/2023 08:00pm • America has an aging population, and as such, more and more people are considering options for where and how they'll live after retirement. Overall, 70% of people currently age 65 or older will need some kind of long-term care according to the federal government. Sorting through the myriad choices f How to Save Money When Grocery Shopping on a Budget 04/12/2023 08:00pm • Inflation may be cooling, but American families are still paying significantly more for their groceries than they were a year ago. In February 2023, prices for food consumed at home were up 10.2% compared to a year earlier, according to the latest figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. However A Patient's Guide to Mental Health 04/11/2023 08:00pm • We often think of mental health as something controlled by the brain. But it actually depends on a delicate balance of brain chemistry, physical health, life stressors, genetics and experiences. "Our experiences and physical health can change the brain, its structure and neuroconnections. It's like How to Choose a Credit Card: 5 Simple Steps 04/11/2023 08:00pm • Key Takeaways -- You can learn how to choose a credit card by following five steps.-- Based on your credit score, focus on credit cards that you are more likely to get approved for.-- Choose a type of credit card that you don't currently possess.-- Before applying for a credit card, compare cards so Is Debt Consolidation a Good Idea? 04/11/2023 08:00pm • If you're wondering whether debt consolidation makes sense for your finances, the answer is a resounding it depends. Debt consolidation could allow you to combine your debts into one and save money. But factors such as your credit score and financial habits can influence whether consolidating debt w Pain and OTC Medications: Which Is Best? 04/11/2023 08:00pm • Let's face it: When it comes to managing those annoying aches and pains, the solution is not one-size-fits-all. While you can sometimes safely manage pain without a visit to the doctor's office, using over-the-counter medications correctly can be confusing. How do you know what's best -- and safest 21 Top Things to Do in Arizona 04/11/2023 08:00pm • Tucked into the southwest corner of the United States, Arizona offers something for all types of travelers. Visit highlights like the Grand Canyon, the Wild West town of Tombstone or the red rocks of Sedona. You can then head to cities like Phoenix or Tucson for professional sports, museums, observa Things You Can Rent Instead of Buy 04/11/2023 08:00pm • For years, you could rent apartments, cars and tuxedos, and that seemed to be about it. But over the years, the rental industry has really exploded. The rent-a-car industry alone was worth $98.4 billion in 2021 (and is projected to go up to $126.6 billion by 2028). The next time you consider buying Saying 'I Do' for the Second Time? 04/10/2023 08:00pm • We all know the numbers: 40% to 50% of first marriages end in divorce, according to the American Psychological Association. The divorce rate for second marriages is even higher -- closer to 70%, and people over age 50 make up more than 25% of divorces in the U.S. However, 80% of the people who divor Reapplying to Medical School: What to Know and Do 04/10/2023 08:00pm • The idea of having to reapply to medical school may feel like one of the lowest lows for premedical students. But if you find yourself in this situation, take a deep breath and remember that thousands of applicants who had to reapply to med school are now pursuing their dream of practicing medicine. Welcome to the final round of DC Inno Madness. Who will take home the crown? 04/10/2023 03:27pm • This is it, the final round of DC Inno Madness. Sixteen companies came together to represent Greater Washington's wide variety of startups. Cybersecurity firms were pitted against multicultural puzzle makers, AI-powered health care businesses duked it out with real estate players building modular How to Write an Offer Letter to a Seller 04/09/2023 08:00pm • First impressions are everything. Whether you're buying a home, an apartment or some other type of property, presenting your initial offer in a positive light paves the way for a productive negotiation process and smooth transaction. Typically, formal offers are sent by the buyer's broker to the sel Social Security Mistakes to Avoid 04/09/2023 08:00pm • There's a knowledge gap between Social Security and the public, especially for those Americans who aren't receiving benefits yet. According to a recent study from The Harris Poll and the Nationwide Retirement Institute, Americans are "failing in Social Security education." The study found that 54% o