10 best and worst states to retire (7 5 24)

💵 Today’s Top Stories
Retirement sign

This report on the best and worst states to retire prioritizes affordability, quality of life and healthcare. Where does your state rank? Read more.

Costco Wholesale warehouse

Costco rolled out some eclectic and interesting new products in July including botanical LEGOs, a bucket filled with 11 toys for your dogs, official NFL logo doormats and more. Read more.

Bank Accounts

One bank account isn’t enough according to Clark Howard. If you’re a couple, two isn’t enough either. Here’s why – and how many accounts you should have. Read more.

Cheap Books

With prices as low as $1, these places offer you paperback and even hardback books on the cheap. The best part? You don’t ever have to leave home. Read more.

📣 Today’s Top News
🎉 The Best Can't-Miss Deals Today

From credit cards to phone plans to streaming services and more, here are the top limited-time deals as of July 5, 2024.

Credit Card

  • Amazon Prime Visa: From June 27 through July 24, Prime members can get a $200 Amazon Gift Card instantly upon approval for Prime Visa. Learn more.

Phone Plans

  • Consumer Cellular: Buy any phone and get two months of service for free (new customers only).

  • Mint Mobile: All plans are $15 per month for a limited time, including unlimited (new customers only).

  • Total by Verizon: Get 50% off any unlimited plan for the first 12 months (new customers only).

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📊 Stat of the Day

🏘️ 35%: Increase in total active home listings year over year according to Realtor.com. For the four weeks ending June 23, “the typical home sold for slightly less than its asking price.” Those are just two of the figures leading CNBC to conclude home prices are cooling.

💰️ Deal Alert: Today’s Top Deals
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🎙️ Podcast

Social media is full of pitches selling supplements and powders with claims they can improve your health and change your life. Not so fast. What you need to know about dietary supplements.

☎️ Need Money Help?

The Team Clark Consumer Action Center is a free helpline that can help you navigate your money questions. Call 636-492-5275. Visit clark.com/cac for more information.

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