Ideal thermostat setting for summer (5 30 25)

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Anthony Hazzard
May 30, 2025

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We're collecting special wishes for Clark to celebrate his birthday. We will handpick several responses to read on a special June 20 podcast episode. Share your favorite piece of advice, memorable deal or general happy wishes for Clark by using this form. And remember, it’s a secret!

💵 Today’s Top Stories

Deciding an appropriate temperature for your thermostat during the summer can be the subject of a fierce debate. Here’s how Clark handles it as well as a few myths. Read more.

Target vs Walmart

We compared grocery items at the two popular big box retailers to explore how comparison shopping can save you money in practice. Here’s how the two compare in the real world. Read more.

Cell phone blue

With big players AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon raising prices, now is the time to switch your cell phone service to a much cheaper option. Here are the Clark-approved plans to consider. Read more.

College

“No doubt, community colleges are absolutely the cheapest way to go,” Clark says. What else does Clark like about these post-secondary education options? Read more.

🎉 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 May 30, 2025.

Credit Cards

Phone Plans

  • US Mobile: Get the monthly Unlimited Premium plan for $35/month for 12 months with promo code FULLSPEED (new customers only).

  • Visible: Get Visible+ for $30/month or Visible+ Pro for $40/month for 12 months with promo code SPRING5 (new customers only).

Streaming

  • Peacock: Get 1 year of Peacock for $24.99.

📊 Stat of the Day

💸 240: The number of monthly paychecks you must be responsible for if you retire at 65 and live to 85. Kiplinger discussed how to create that paycheck and the psychology of spending your savings in retirement. Fifty-eight percent of retirees cite Social Security as their primary income source (average Social Security payment: $1,997).

💰️ Deal Alert: Today’s Top Deals
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