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goffkein.pro / Shutterstock.com Weeds are not just an eyesore; they also steal water, nutrients and sunlight from your flowers. Discover how to get rid of weeds in your flower bed with methods from hand-pulling to herbicides. We’ll share several weed-removal methods, including natural and synthetic options. Learn the basics of making a homemade weed killer […]

pikselstock / Shutterstock.com The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting lockdowns put a mark on everything from the way we shop to the way we work. And while the threat of COVID-19 has receded considerably since then, some of the changes it wrought may be here to stay. Not all of the adjustments prompted by the pandemic

Asia Images Group / Shutterstock.com No matter how much you plan, you’ll likely experience a few retirement surprises. Most retirees experience a life different in many ways from what they originally planned. Here are things that surprised retirees. Use these findings to improve your overall retirement plan for a happier and more secure future. https://www.moneytalksnews.com/slideshows/surprising-things-retirees-wish-they-knew-before-calling-it-quits/

U__Photo / Shutterstock.com The housing market is rough for a lot of buyers, and tiny homes have become increasingly popular. They’re often seen as an option for Americans looking for a more affordable home or trying to downsize. You can build a custom house the way you would any other home — or you can

Elnur / Shutterstock.com The last time I traveled, I ended up sitting on the plane for two hours before ever taking off. Somehow I found myself in a similar situation on the flight home after the plane parked at the wrong gate upon arrival. The prototypical loud child sitting behind me didn’t make things much

Zigres / Shutterstock.com Go on a cruise for less than the price of a weekend trip onshore? It’s now possible with one cruise line, although it will require some last-minute scrambling. Holland America Line is using a new method for booking rooms called “standby booking.” Travelers can book a room at a steeply discounted cost

Sabrina Bracher / Shutterstock.com At what age are you going to retire? It is a big question. And, no answer is going to be right for everyone. In fact, data on the average retirement age suggests that there is no real average. https://www.moneytalksnews.com/slideshows/the-average-retirement-age-may-be-higher-than-you-think/ #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business #finance #investing #financialliteracy #success #investment #wealth #motivation #financialindependence

pathdoc / Shutterstock.com If your phone is ringing off the hook with infuriating robocalls, you are not alone. Around 59 billion robocalls were made in 2023, according to Robokiller, an app that blocks robocalls. While stopping robocalls might seem hopeless, there are more ways than ever to fight back, thanks to stronger federal laws and

Kabachki.photo / Shutterstock.com Figuring out what to cook for dinner every night can add stress to an already long day. But going out to eat or picking something up on the way home adds up to a pretty penny. What if there was a way to avoid the hassle of what’s for dinner and save

PH888 / Shutterstock.com The electric vehicle market has been growing rapidly in recent years, and it appears Costco wants to keep up with that trend. EV charging stations are beginning to pop up at Costco locations. Costco did not respond to Money Talks News’ request for comment, but here’s what we found. Costco installed EV

Michael Rosebrock / Shutterstock.com Historical landmarks, sandy beaches and snowy mountaintops aren’t the only attractions that draw in tourists. Food has a special way of touching hearts and making places feel special. If that’s the driving motivator behind your travel plans, TripAdvisor is helping you narrow down your vacation destination search. The site recently released

PeopleImages.com – Yuri A / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder. Want to please a crowd on a budget? The ever-popular charcuterie board is great for picnics, dinner on the deck or a patio happy hour. It’s surprisingly easy to assemble your own board with grocery store ingredients that cost

BlurryMe / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on NewRetirement. Aging is an inevitable part of life, and it often comes with various physical and cognitive challenges. However, there exists a remarkable group of individuals known as “super-agers” who seem to defy the conventional aging process. Super-agers are men and women who maintain exceptional

VaLiza / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Living on the Cheap. It’s a fruit we treat like a vegetable, a nontoxic member of the nightshade family, born in South America but internationally famous. It’s the tomato, of course. And though it can be pricey in winter, in summer it’s indecently cheap at

Lucigerma / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on NewRetirement. According to surveys of NewRetirement users, travel after retirement is clearly the most popular and desired pursuit for this phase of life. From day trips by car to round-the-world journeys, retirees have wanderlust! A full 75% of users of NewRetirement’s award-winning Retirement Planner mention

BearFotos / Shutterstock.com Believe it or not, beef is not what’s for dinner. Chicken has been making a steady rise since the 1940s and has since become the most available source of meat for U.S. consumers. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) projects 98.6 pounds of chicken will be consumed per person in 2023, compared

Todd A. Merport / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on LawnStarter. Where in America can you easily find farm-fresh food? Cook up a locavore feast with our ranking of 2023’s Best Cities to Eat Local Food. To mark National Small Business Week starting April 30, LawnStarter compared the 200 biggest U.S. cities based

4 PM production / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on NewRetirement. Gray divorce – divorce after 50 – can really cramp your retirement lifestyle. When you say “I do,” your personal finances may not be the first thing on your mind. But the truth is, couples who get married and stay married have