Retirees have been significant contributors to consumer spending in 2023, buoyed by a substantial increase in Social Security. However, this trend might see a slowdown as the cost of living adjustment (COLA) decreases this year. Record Hike in COLA In 2023, Social Security beneficiaries saw an 8.7% increase in COLA, the highest in four decades. […]
Author: Sarah Griffin
40 Boomer Home Trends Making a Comeback in Frugality
The home design trends of the past have always been influenced by the generation that grew up in them. For boomers, certain styles and designs were considered the epitome of sophistication and elegance, and they often embraced these trends as part of their frugal living ethos. We take a look at 40 of these forgotten […]
21 Childhood Toys That Could Be Worth a Small Fortune
Time to dust off the boxes and find that once-cherished toy from your childhood. For collectors and enthusiasts, they items have become valued objects and they can be worth big bucks – are there any of these in your attic? #1. Original Star Wars Action Figures The allure of Star Wars memorabilia never fades. Depending […]
10 Billionaires’ Tax Loopholes: Why You’re Paying More While They Barely Pay at All
Billionaires often pay less in taxes than many expect. They use legal methods and tax law knowledge to reduce their tax bills. This list looks at ten billionaires and how they’ve managed to avoid paying more. Jeff Bezos According to a ProPublica report, Bezos paid no federal income tax in 2007 and 2011, leveraging stock-based […]
Women’s Influence: 21 Ways They’ve Changed the World for the Better
Women have been pivotal in shaping our world, breaking barriers, and fostering societal progress across various fields. Here are 21 ways in which women have changed the world for the better, demonstrating resilience, innovation, and leadership. #1. Voting Rights Spearheaded by figures like Susan B. Anthony and Emmeline Pankhurst, women fought tirelessly for the right […]
Transform Your Home on a Budget: 25 Simple Decorating Tips
Decorating your home doesn’t have to mean emptying your wallet. With a little creativity and thrifty resourcefulness, you can uplift and transform your living space without spending a fortune. I love finding ways to decorate and uplift my home without overspending. 1. Repurpose Old Furniture Give old furniture a new lease on life with some […]
Investing in the Future: 12 Excuses for Buying Things We Don’t Need
Ah, the art of justification! When it comes to shopping, our minds can be incredibly creative, especially when rationalizing purchases we don’t necessarily need. From the allure of sales to the promise of self-improvement, here are 12 humorously relatable excuses we’ve all used to justify our more questionable shopping decisions. #1. The Self-Care Advocate “Self-care […]
15 Times Boomers Gave Life Advice and Millennials Didn’t Listen
We’ve all heard the advice of the Baby Boomers and how things were way back when. But millennials seem to be doing things differently, through choice or not – ignoring these tips from the older generation. #1. “Buy a House as Soon as You Can” Boomers often tout home ownership as a cornerstone of financial […]
21 Childhood Toys That Could Be Worth a Small Fortune
Time to dust off the boxes and find that once-cherished toy from your childhood. For collectors and enthusiasts, they items have become valued objects and they can be worth big bucks – are there any of these in your attic? #1. Original Star Wars Action Figures The allure of Star Wars memorabilia never fades. Depending […]
10 Billionaires Who Paid Less Tax Than You Might Expect
Billionaires often pay less in taxes than many expect. They use legal methods and tax law knowledge to reduce their tax bills. This list looks at ten billionaires and how they’ve managed to avoid paying more. Jeff Bezos According to a ProPublica report, Bezos paid no federal income tax in 2007 and 2011, leveraging stock-based […]