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Bryan Grant

Why I Always Double-Check My Receipts

Heads up, bargain hunters! Some Dollar General shoppers are sounding the alarm about sneaky overcharges at checkout—think being rung up for extra bread or juice you didn’t buy. One shopper had to push staff to fix the mistake, and others chimed in with similar stories. The takeaway? Always peek at your receipt before leaving the store. A quick check could save you a few bucks (and a headache). #ShoppingHacks #DollarGeneral #MoneyTips #ReceiptCheck #ConsumerWatch #Shopping

Michael Petty

Graduation = Time to Get Your Money Right

Just graduated? Here’s the money playbook everyone wishes they had: 1) Try the 50/30/20 rule—half your paycheck goes to essentials, 30% for fun, and 20% straight to savings/investments. 2) Know your student loan details and automate payments so you don’t miss a beat. 3) No job yet? Budgeting is even more crucial—prioritize debts and don’t overspend. Adulting is hard, but your future self will thank you! #MoneyTips #CollegeGrad #PersonalFinance #Adulting101 #Budgeting #Education

Willie Morales

Why Your Social Security Raise Feels Tiny

Heads up if you’re counting on Social Security: next year’s cost-of-living bump is shaping up to be the smallest in five years—just 2.4%. That’s barely enough to cover rising grocery and rent bills, even though inflation is cooling. The good news? Prescription drug costs aren’t climbing as fast, thanks to new rules. But don’t expect big changes from recent government orders just yet. Bottom line: plan for a modest benefit boost, and keep an eye on your budget! #SocialSecurity #MoneyTips #Retirement #Inflation #PersonalFinance #Finance

Keith Bass

Is Your Rite Aid Closing? Here’s the Scoop

Rite Aid is shutting down 142 stores across 12 states, so if you’re used to grabbing your meds or snacks there, double-check if your local spot made the list. The company’s in bankruptcy, selling off prescription files to rivals like CVS and Walgreens. If your store’s closing, don’t worry—your prescriptions will transfer to another pharmacy. Time to check your neighborhood for new go-to spots! #RiteAid #StoreClosures #Pharmacy #MoneyTips #LifeHacks #Business

Jordan Williams

Walmart Prices Going Up? Here’s Why

Heads up, Walmart shoppers! Some of your favorite finds might cost a bit more soon. Thanks to new tariffs (basically, extra taxes on stuff from other countries), Walmart says it has to bump up prices on things like electronics and toys. Groceries should stay steady since most are made in the USA. So, if you’ve been eyeing a new gadget or toy, you might want to grab it before the price tags change! #Walmart #PriceHike #Tariffs #SmartShopping #MoneyTips #Shopping

Anthony Cook

Walmart Price Hikes: Who Really Pays?

So, Walmart says prices are going up because of tariffs, but their ex-CEO just called them out, saying the company could totally afford to eat those costs instead of passing them to us. The drama? Big retailers often say they have no choice, but sometimes, it’s more about keeping profits up. If you’re feeling the pinch at checkout, try shopping with a list, switching stores for deals, and using loyalty cards to stretch your dollar. Every little bit helps when prices sneak up! #Walmart #GroceryHacks #MoneyTips #RetailNews #PriceHikes #Shopping

Heather Moore

Why Home Insurance Is Making Us Sweat

Ever tried to buy a house and felt like the price tag was a prank? Turns out, it’s not just the mortgage—home insurance in places like Texas is going through the roof thanks to wild weather. Some families are getting sticker shock with premiums jumping 21% last year! With storms getting nastier, insurers are bailing, leaving folks scrambling for coverage or even thinking about moving. Pro tip: Check insurance costs before you fall in love with that dream home! #HomeBuying #InsuranceHacks #TexasWeather #MoneyTips #RealEstate

Kathryn Olsen

Did Your Tax Refund Hit Yet?

Heads up! If you e-filed your taxes and picked direct deposit, you could see an average of $2,945 land in your bank account before Sunday. The IRS is dropping refunds for folks who filed between April 15-28. The trick? Filing early and going digital gets you paid faster. If you’re still waiting, double-check for typos or missing info—those can slow things down. And always use the official IRS tracker, not sketchy emails! #TaxRefund #MoneyTips #IRS #DirectDeposit #PersonalFinance #Finance

Christine Baxter

Do You Need to Be Rich for a Money Coach?

Ever wondered if you need a fat bank account to hire a financial advisor? Turns out, you don’t! Even if you’re not rolling in cash, a pro can help you avoid money mistakes you might not even see coming—like missing out on better investments or tax breaks. The real drama? Thinking you’re too broke for advice when, honestly, that’s when you need it most. Don’t wait until you’re rich to get smart about your money! #MoneyTips #FinancialAdvice #LifeHacks #PersonalFinance #Finance