carlsongary+FollowWhy Your Grocery Cart Looks Different NowEver notice your grocery cart is packed with more protein bars and fewer snacky treats? You’re not alone! Kroger’s CEO just spilled the beans: shoppers are skipping the extras, hunting for deals, and grabbing more store-brand goodies. With folks on weight loss meds like Ozempic craving protein, Kroger’s rolling out tons of new shakes and bars. Heads up—some stores are closing, but new ones are popping up where people are moving. Bottom line: your shopping habits are shaking up the whole grocery game! #GroceryHacks #MoneyTips #SmartShopping #Business00Share
carlsongary+FollowKroger’s Making Grocery Deals Way EasierEver get annoyed by those digital coupons you have to hunt down before checking out at Kroger? Good news: Kroger is rolling out single-scan sheets in some stores, so you can grab all the weekly deals with one quick scan—no more endless clicking or missed savings. They’re also promising to keep prices lower and make deals less confusing, so you don’t need a PhD to save on groceries. Heads up though: some stores are closing, but new ones are on the way. Saving money at the store just got a little less stressful! #GroceryHacks #KrogerSavings #MoneyTips #Business00Share
Nicole Washington+FollowKroger Shuts Stores, Shifts FocusHeads up, grocery shoppers: Kroger is closing about 60 stores over the next year and a half. After a failed merger with Albertsons, Kroger is trimming locations that aren’t pulling their weight. The upside? They’re promising to use the savings to make shopping better at the stores that stay open—think more deals and new products. If you love Kroger’s store brands, you’re in luck: those are getting a big push. More protein-packed options are on the way, too! #Kroger #GroceryHacks #MoneyTips #Business133Share
Robyn Anderson+FollowWho’s Getting That $1,900 Social Security Drop?Heads up if your birthday’s at the end of the month: your Social Security check (about $1,900 for most folks) lands next Wednesday! If you’re retired, on disability, or a survivor, check your bank app for that deposit. The big shift? Direct deposit means most people get paid by breakfast, but paper checks still take a few days. If your money’s late, don’t panic—give it three days, then check your SSA account or call them up. Mark your calendar for July’s payment dates too! #SocialSecurity #MoneyTips #RetirementReady #Business #MakeMoney121102Share
Robyn Anderson+FollowDid Your Social Security Hit Yet?Heads up! Social Security checks are dropping this week for folks who started benefits after May 1997 and have birthdays between the 11th and 20th. The SSA is now sorting payments by your birth date, so mark your calendar! If you’re budgeting for rent or groceries, knowing your exact pay date is clutch. Pro tip: Set up direct deposit to skip mail delays and get your money right on time. If your payment’s late, give it three days, then check your SSA account or call in. Patience pays off! #SocialSecurity #MoneyTips #Budgeting #Business #MakeMoney6530Share
john72+FollowCostco’s Early Bird Perk: Worth Upgrading?Heads up, Costco fans! Starting June 30, executive members get to shop an hour earlier every day—think less crowd, more deals. This move is Costco’s way of sweetening the $130-a-year executive membership (yep, it went up) and tempting more folks to upgrade. If you love snagging the best finds before the rush, or want that new $10 Instacart credit, it might be time to rethink your membership level. Weekend warriors, Saturday hours are longer for everyone! #CostcoHacks #MoneyTips #ShoppingSmart #Business #LocalBusiness00Share
Brooke Martin+FollowChicken Dinner: Now a Fancy Treat?Heads up, chicken lovers! In parts of India, chicken prices just jumped 20% in a week because the heat is making it tough for birds to survive. Farmers are struggling, and your go-to protein might soon feel like a splurge. If you’re looking to save, try swapping chicken for beans or lentils once a week. It’s easier on your wallet—and the planet. Who knew dinner could get so dramatic? #ChickenPrices #FoodHacks #MoneyTips #Business #Industry30Share
Diane Carter+FollowSocial Security Checks Might Get a BoostHeads up if you’re counting on Social Security: your monthly check could go up in 2026! The latest buzz says payments might rise by 2.5% to keep up with higher prices at the grocery store and gas pump. But here’s the twist—if inflation numbers are off because fewer stores are being checked, that raise might not match real-life costs. Double-check your info with Social Security so your payment lands on time! #SocialSecurity #MoneyTips #Inflation #Business #MakeMoney373254Share
megan01+FollowHouse Prices Hit the Brakes—Now What?Just when it felt like house prices were running away, growth has halved after the stamp duty holiday ended. Translation: homes aren’t getting pricier as fast, so if you’re house-hunting, you might finally catch a break. But rents are still climbing, so renters aren’t off the hook. Pro tip: If you’re saving for a place, check out Lifetime ISAs or see if family can help. The market’s cooling, but it’s still a game of patience and planning! #HouseHunting #MoneyTips #Renting #RealEstate21Share
Aaron Ballard+FollowWhy New Homes Are Getting Scarce AgainHeads up if you’re house hunting: new home construction just hit its lowest point since the pandemic. Builders are pumping the brakes thanks to high interest rates, which means fewer new places popping up—especially apartments. Translation: finding an affordable spot might get even tougher. If you’re waiting for prices to drop, you might be waiting a while. Maybe time to cozy up to your current lease or start stalking those listings early! #HousingMarket #HomeBuying #MoneyTips #RealEstate10Share
