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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

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20 Walmart grab-n-go snacks under $5 worth stocking up on this August

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 20, 2026

August has a way of turning snacks into a recurring expense. School starts, practices pick back up, and more time in the car makes the convenience-store rack look tempting, even when one small snack can eat into the week’s food budget. Walmart still has a useful mix of lunchbox staples, desk-drawer snacks, fruit, protein options, […]

14 Aldi food finds for Aug. 19 – Aug. 25

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 19, 2026

Mid-August is when the freezer starts having an identity crisis. There are still brightly colored ice cream cones and cold-pressed juices built for 90-degree afternoons, while maple salmon, caramel apple candy, and other early fall flavors are already elbowing their way onto the shelves. The better buys this week are mostly dinner shortcuts, inexpensive proteins, […]

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The average retirement income for Americans 65 and older. How do you compare?

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 19, 2026

How does your retirement income compare? See the average retirement income for Americans 65 and older and what the numbers mean for your finances.

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18 jobs that pay $30+ per hour that you can train for in under 2 years

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 19, 2026

Discover 18 jobs that pay $30 or more per hour and require less than two years of training, offering a faster path to higher earnings.

30 Aldi middle aisle bargains for Aug. 19 – Aug. 25

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 19, 2026

August 19 is apparently the point where summer and fall agree to share shelf space. You can still make a perfectly reasonable case for a planter, but now there are pet sweaters, cozy rugs, pumpkins, and enough autumn decor to suggest October has filed for early admission. And lets not forget all the back to […]

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18 boring healthcare jobs that pay $50+ per hour that always need workers

By Katy Willis | Updated Aug. 19, 2026

Explore 18 healthcare jobs that pay $50 or more per hour and are consistently in demand, offering strong earning potential and job stability.

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18 old $5 bills that could be worth serious money

By Katy Willis | Updated Aug. 19, 2026

Check your old cash for these 18 $5 bills that could be worth serious money to collectors, depending on their age, rarity, and condition.

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More than 1 in 4 Americans are now financing their groceries with BNPL. Here’s the part nobody’s talking about

By Katy Willis | Updated Aug. 19, 2026

More Americans are turning to buy now, pay later for groceries. Learn why shoppers are using BNPL and the hidden risks of financing essentials.

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18 Little Luxuries to grab at Sam’s Club this August

By Katy Willis | Updated Aug. 19, 2026

Looking for affordable ways to indulge? Discover 18 little luxuries at Sam's Club that can make everyday life feel a little more special.

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Here’s the average retirement savings of 50-year-old Americans. How does yours compare?

By Katy Willis | Updated Aug. 19, 2026

How much have 50-year-old Americans saved for retirement? See average and median retirement savings and compare your nest egg with your peers.

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14 pennies worth way more than one cent

By Katy Willis | Updated Aug. 19, 2026

Before spending your pennies, look for these 14 valuable coins that collectors may pay much more than face value to own.

boring job

18 boring jobs that pay $50k per year that always need workers

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 17, 2026

Discover 18 boring jobs that pay around $50,000 a year and are consistently in demand, making them worth considering for job seekers.

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15 freshman college essentials worth grabbing at Walmart this August

By Katy Willis | Published Aug. 17, 2026

Freshman move-in has a way of turning a short packing list into a very expensive week. The useful stuff is not the matching dorm decor. It is the Twin XL bedding that actually fits, the laundry gear you can carry down the hall, and the small-room basics that keep you from buying replacements at campus-store […]

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15 things to stop paying for if you’re supporting your grown kids and aging parents

By Katy Willis | Updated Aug. 17, 2026

Supporting grown kids and aging parents can strain your budget. Discover 15 expenses you may be able to stop paying to protect your finances.

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15 college dorm must-have bargains at Target this August

By Katy Willis | Updated Aug. 17, 2026

Heading to college? Discover 15 affordable Target dorm essentials worth grabbing this August to help outfit a college student's room.

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