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How to Spend Less While Giving More

Utilize these helpful tips to rein in your seasonal spending and keep your budget on track!

Social Security Simplified

 1. Being unaware of spousal perks.  The Social Security Administration (SSA) looks kindly upon married seniors, allowing them to choose between the higher of two benefits — their own or up to 50% of their spouse’s full retirement amount.

Take a Bite Out of Dental Costs

Take a seat in the classroom.

Most schools accredited by the American Dental Association have clinics where closely supervised students provide care at reduced costs. It’s a win-win situation, as the students gain valuable experience and you get a discount.

Summer Planting Guide

Summer is here and now is the perfect time to start a garden or improve the one you already have! All you need are a few tools and a little expert know-how. Our handy Summer Guide has tips to boost your flower and vegetable garden, ways to improve your lawn, and the best times to water your lawn.

Password protection: How to pick them, remember them, and keep them safe

Most Americans maintain dozens of online accounts — each requiring a password that is strong, memorable, and unique. That’s a tall order. Here’s what you need to know to keep your accounts safe online.