Marilyn Lewis

I specialize in writing about personal finance, real estate and retirement. Talk with me at [email protected].

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8 Essential Skills for Every Homeowner to Learn

on January 27, 2024

These are the kinds of common problems you’ll likely have to deal with often enough to merit learning them yourself — both for convenience and savings.

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13 Signs That You Chose the Wrong Place To Retire

and on January 22, 2024

Health and happiness in retirement rely on some key factors.

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8 Social Security Myths That Can Cost You in Retirement

on January 19, 2024

What many people think they know about collecting retirement benefits is just plain wrong.

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9 of the Best Remote Jobs for Retirees

on January 18, 2024

Seniors, with their decades of experience and seasoning, can demonstrate a lot of value to employers.

Sick man tired with a headache and a cold or flu laying down with a tissue and hand on his forehead with eyes closed
5 Habits That May Increase Your Chances of Catching the Flu

on January 17, 2024

Avoiding these behaviors can improve the odds you’ll stay healthy during this nasty influenza season.

Stressed woman driver panicked and not holding steering wheel while shouting or screaming angrily
8 of the Most Dangerous Roads in America

on January 15, 2024

Harrowing hairpin turns, heavy traffic, ice and blinding fog are just some of the potentially lethal perils on these highways.

11 Retirement Funding Goals Everyone Ought To Hit by Age 50
11 Retirement Funding Goals Everyone Ought To Hit by Age 50

on January 15, 2024

Nail these financial milestones so you can embrace your 50s — and the years beyond.

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7 of the Best Places To Watch the Total Eclipse This Spring

on January 10, 2024

Start planning where you will be on April 8, 2024, to view the upcoming total eclipse of the sun.

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America’s 11 Most Beautiful National Parks, According to Social Media

on December 27, 2023

Users of apps like Instagram and TikTok point to these as the most gorgeous national park destinations.

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8 Things That Could Be Damaging Your Hearing

on December 25, 2023

You may not want to hear this, but if you want to be able to hear later, it could be time to change your habits.

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11 Tips for Avoiding Ridiculous Hotel Fees

on December 22, 2023

Don’t let extra hotel fees ruin your vacation.

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5 Things You Should Almost Never Buy in Retirement

on December 20, 2023

For a variety of reasons, these expenses just don’t make sense for retirees.

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16 Home Maintenance Tasks That Save You Money

on December 18, 2023

Here’s how to cut household costs and maintain your property’s value at the same time.

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8 Tips To Retire Comfortably on Social Security Alone

on December 11, 2023

It’s never too early to start learning how to live well while living on less.

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17 of the Best Things To Do When You Retire

on December 6, 2023

You’ve waited all your life for this moment. Make the most of your retirement.

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The 15 Most Peaceful Countries in the World

and on December 5, 2023

These countries reap the economic benefits of avoiding conflict, one report says.

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The Most Common Reasons Americans Work Past Age 65

on November 29, 2023

Money is important, but there are other popular reasons why workers stay in the workforce past age 65.

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10 Bad Money Habits That Are Robbing You Blind

on November 22, 2023

Here’s how to change those bad behaviors.

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11 of the Worst Things to Buy at Aldi

on November 22, 2023

No retailer is perfect. Each has strengths and weaknesses, Aldi included.

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12 Money Moves Everyone Should Make in Their 50s

on November 21, 2023

Capitalize on your peak earning years by firming up plans and feathering the nest for a secure retirement.

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