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Last Updated: Jan 30, 2025 01:51PM • Subscribe via RSS • ATOM

6 essential strategies for this tax season

Jan 30, 2025 01:51PM ● By Darian Andreson

Maximize savings and avoid IRS issues with key tax strategies, deductions and updates for 2024. Get expert tips to optimize your return!

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How to master your money goals in 2025

Dec 30, 2024 12:26PM ● By Karen Telleen-Lawton

Navigate the path to financial success in 2024 with these helpful finance tips and explore ways to boost income, manage risks and ensure a secure retirement.

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Don’t fall for scams in 2025: Sharpen your skills with this quiz

Dec 04, 2024 03:57PM ● By Mary Speer, Grand Junction Police Department

Test your scam awareness with this fun quiz! Learn to spot red flags, avoid fraud and protect your money in 2025.

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Top 5 gifts for dog lovers and their pups

Dec 03, 2024 02:38PM ● By Marti Benson

Still undecided on gifts for dog lovers? These five budget-friendly ideas are sure to delight dogs and their humans alike.

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Watch out for these holiday scams

Nov 04, 2024 01:06PM ● By Grand Junction Police Department

Stay safe this holiday season by avoiding scams. Learn how to protect your mail, shop securely, and verify charities before donating.

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Prevent Medicare fraud: Protect your benefits during Open Enrollment

Oct 01, 2024 12:39PM

Learn how to protect yourself from Medicare fraud during Open Enrollment. Get tips on spotting scams, protecting your benefits and reporting suspicious activity to stay safe this fall.

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What seniors need to know about changes to Medicare Part D

Sep 11, 2024 03:18PM ● By Kenneth E. Thorpe

Learn how recent Medicare Part D changes may impact your prescription drug costs, from cost-saving benefits to potential drawbacks.

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The pros and cons of freezing your credit to prevent identity theft

Sep 11, 2024 12:40PM ● By Arthur Vidro

Learn how to freeze your credit to protect against identity theft, the challenges without a smartphone and my experiences navigating it all with the three credit bureaus.

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Can you trust your contractor?

Sep 05, 2024 10:31AM ● By Mary Speer

Here's how you can avoid home repair scams.

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Why annuities are gaining popularity in retirement

Jul 30, 2024 09:07PM

Facing market volatility and retirement concerns? Learn how annuities can provide stable income, prevent panic selling, and offer long-term financial predictability.

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Comprehensive Medicare coverage: How Select Health supports seniors

Jul 30, 2024 03:53PM ● By G. L. Yenne

Get top-notch advice on choosing the right plan and learn about the benefits offered.

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Proposed budget cuts to Older Americans Act: What it means for seniors

Jul 30, 2024 01:27PM ● By National Council on Aging

Proposed cuts to the Older Americans Act threaten essential services for seniors, including meals, job training and fall prevention. Learn how these changes could impact millions of aging Americans.

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