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How rich are the wealthiest US politicians?

While politicians in the U.S. tend to earn substantial salaries, it’s usually not indicative of their true wealth.

Can Mark Cuban’s pharmacy save you money on prescriptions?

Mark Cuban, the billionaire owner of the Dallas Mavericks and “Shark Tank” star, has a new online pharmacy that could make your prescription medications more affordable.

Secret perks airlines won’t tell you about

Airfare is skyrocketing partly because of inflation and the cost of gasoline but also because, weirdly enough, consumers aren’t putting up much of a fight.

Experts: Retirement is a financial state, not a date

One’s human capital does not cease to exist simply because they retired. Rather, this is the beginning of a new chapter of one’s life and a purposeful retirement will be the best job one could have.

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Where to get deals and freebies for National Nurses Week

Nurses are heroes, and that’s never been more apparent than it has over the past two years. Many companies are offering special deals, discounts and freebies for nurses during National Nurses Week, which is May 6-12.

How to negotiate rent with 5 genius tactics

In this post, we get into the nuts and bolts of doing just that, even in these dizzying times.

Real costs of adopting an Easter bunny

Rabbits have specialized needs, they’re harder to care for than cats and dogs and when people buy them on a whim without considering the realities of owning one, bad things happen.

Just how much is Jeff Bezos worth?

Bezos has amassed astounding wealth — and significant controversy over how much he pays workers and donates to charity — while using Amazon to disrupt virtually every consumer industry.

Which national parks are closest to Las Vegas?

Approximately 237 million people visited American national parks in 2020, representing a 28% year-over-year decrease attributed to the coronavirus pandemic. Stacker compiled a list of the closest national parks to Las Vegas.

 
Jaw-dropping stats about state of retirement in America

Of the 47.8 million Americans ages 65 and older, the average income is only $38,515, according to the U.S. Census, and their average net worth is $170,516.

First steps to take after a major financial setback

You may be one of the millions of Americans who lost their jobs, closed a business, faced unexpected expenses or experienced some other major loss due to COVID-19. The first thing to know is this: You are not alone.

A dozen smart ways to fight inflation

Consumer prices shot up 7% in December compared to the year prior. That’s the highest inflation rate the U.S. has seen since 1982.

Best champagne for under $15 a bottle

The iconic New Year’s celebration includes a countdown, a kiss and a glass of bubbly. Two of those are free, and the third doesn’t have to cost a lot of money to be perfect.

8 affordable family vacations to take now

With a little bit of planning, you can have a quality family vacation without breaking the bank.

Social Security, wage hikes and SNAP could alleviate inflation

With inflation expected to keep rising into the new year, Americans can use all the financial help they can get in 2022. Fortunately, some will get a boost in income.

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