Beware of Scammers During Times of Crisis
In 2008, after Hurricane Ike turned inland and unleashed 75-mile-per-hour winds on the midwest, 2.6 million homes in Ohio—including my…
Flash Flooding: What You Need to Know and How to Stay Safe
Most floods develop over the course of hours or days, but flash floods rise quickly and often without warning, which…
Seven Movie Messages You Can Apply to Your Life Today
Hollywood films offer entertainment, education, and a temporary escape from the ordinary. They can exhilarate, inspire and in some cases,…
Your Checklist for Closing Up Your Vacation Home
Owning a vacation home can be wonderful in your retirement. You may be a snowbird who flies south to sunnier,…
Where Do I Start Packing for a Move?
Even when they're positive experiences overall, major life changes, like moving into a new home, can be overwhelming. Just the…
15 AARP Benefits to Start Using Today
In celebration of our 40 year partnership with AARP, learn about membership benefits.
Best Travel Apps You Should Use for Your Next Vacation
One of the highlights of your retirement years is the newfound flexibility in your schedule. For the first time since…
The Best Moving Tips
If you’re one of those people boxing up your entire life and heading someplace new, you might be feeling overwhelmed…
Functional Fashion: Wearables That Work for You
What if a life-alert button added GPS then morphed into a fashion accessory? Well, it's happened! They're known as “wearables”;…
Storm Surge: What Is It and How Can I Prepare for It?
Each year storm surges and the floods they cause pose significant risks to lives and property along the U.S. east…