Dan Smith

Retirement doesn’t mark the end of spending; it marks the beginning of spending wisely. Many boomers are focusing on purchases that...

Big life upgrades don’t always need big budgets. Sometimes it’s the small, under-$25 things you grab on impulse that make everyday...

Prices at fast-food counters have crept up to the point that a “cheap” sub can sting more than it should. Some...

For many retirees, the idea of starting fresh in a new place sounds simple until the details catch up. Climate surprises,...

Cash can feel reassuring — it’s accessible, reliable, and ready for anything from bills to last-minute takeout. But holding too much...

Watching a child count the few dollars they earned mowing lawns or selling lemonade can be a surprisingly powerful experience. That...

You’d be surprised how fast small expenses pile up. Twenty dollars can vanish between a few takeout orders or another coffee...

The conversation about retirement usually circles around savings, investments, and maybe a long-awaited vacation. Yet one topic often flies under the...

It’s easy to overlook what’s sitting in your own kitchen. That sturdy Pyrex dish you’ve had for years might not just...

Retirement might feel like a lifetime away, but your 30s are when the groundwork really starts to matter. You’ve likely settled...