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Posts by Katy Willis

Managing Editor Katy Willis's writing has been featured on MSN, Yahoo! Finance, Reader’s Digest, Forbes, Business.com, HomeAdvisor, Family Handyman, and more. She specializes in real estate, affordability, technology, and preparedness content that helps readers make smart, confident choices. Katy's LinkedIn

18 Aldi Frozen Foods Under $4 That Make Weeknight Dinners Fast and Cheap This August

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 28, 2026

August weeknights have a way of getting crowded fast. School schedules start up again, evenings get chopped into practices and errands, and spending $20 or $30 on takeout can become the easy answer when nobody planned dinner. But that adds up alarmingly quickly, and takeout gets old fast, too. Plus, it’s not terribly healthy. Aldi’s […]

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15 money moves that sound smart but keep you broke in retirement

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 27, 2026

Some money moves seem smart but can leave you financially stretched in retirement. Here are 15 common mistakes that could drain your savings.

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12 Lincoln pennies worth serious money

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 27, 2026

Check your change for these 12 Lincoln pennies that could be worth serious money to collectors, depending on rarity, errors, and condition.

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21 remote night shift jobs that pay more than you’d think

By Katy Willis | Updated Sep. 2, 2026

Looking for work at night? Discover 21 remote night shift jobs that can offer surprisingly good pay, from customer support to healthcare and tech.

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18 Sam’s Club August Deals That Make Feeding a Big Family Much Cheaper

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 27, 2026

Feeding a big family can get expensive. Here are 18 Sam's Club deals and bulk buys that can help lower your grocery bill this August.

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15 cheap, fast fixes that make an old house look new again

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 26, 2026

Give an older home a fresh look without a major renovation. Try these 15 affordable, quick fixes for updating rooms, curb appeal, and more.

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These 18 boring AI-proof jobs pay $50,000+ per year and always need workers

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 26, 2026

Looking for a stable career? Discover 18 overlooked jobs that pay $50,000 or more a year and may be less vulnerable to AI and automation.

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30 Aldi food finds for Aug. 26 – Sept. 1

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 26, 2026

The last week of August is when the grocery cart is as transitional as the weather. One side needs cheap chicken, freezer backups, and something fast enough for a school night. The other is already eyeing chai, apple desserts, and football snacks as if fall got an early boarding pass. The useful stuff wins this […]

29 Aldi middle aisle bargains for Aug. 26 – Sept. 1

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 26, 2026

Late August has an awkward talent for making three seasons collide in the same checking account. School routines are settling in, football weekends are starting, and suddenly that tired doormat, bare hallway, or pile of blankets on the sofa looks like it could use some attention before fall properly arrives. Fall is fast approaching, summer […]

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15 money habits that keep you independent as you get older

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 25, 2026

Build greater financial independence as you age with these 15 practical money habits, from managing debt to saving and planning for retirement.

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12 CDs collectors will pay surprisingly high prices for

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 25, 2026

Have old CDs in storage? Discover 12 collectible CDs that could be worth surprisingly high prices to music collectors, depending on rarity and condition.

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These 18 boring jobs pay $170K per year and always need workers

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 25, 2026

Looking for a high-paying career without the hype? Discover 18 boring jobs that can pay $170,000 a year and remain in demand.

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18 Walmart pantry bargains worth grabbing before August ends

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 25, 2026

Late August is when easy breakfasts, packed lunches, and fast weeknight dinners start mattering again. A pantry stocked with food you can actually build meals around is more useful than a cabinet full of snacks that disappear in two days. Walmart has several basics sitting at genuinely low prices right now, including canned goods under […]

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Here’s the average 401(k) balance of a 70 year old American. How does yours compare?

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 24, 2026

How much does the average 70-year-old have in a 401(k)? See the latest average balance for Americans 70 and older and compare your retirement savings.

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17 simple fixes for work-from-home burnout, brain fog, and the 3 p.m. crash

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 24, 2026

Struggling with work-from-home burnout, brain fog, or the 3 p.m. slump? Try these 17 simple strategies to improve your energy, focus, and routine.

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