Amanda Blankenship

Amanda Blankenship is the Chief Editor for District Media. With a BA in journalism from Wingate University, she frequently writes for a handful of websites and loves to share her own personal finance story with others. When she isn’t typing away at her desk, she enjoys spending time with her daughter, son, husband, and dog. During her free time, you’re likely to find her with her nose in a book, hiking, or playing RPG video games.

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ER Doctor Alert: 2 In-Flight Mistakes That Could Put You in the Hospital Flying feels routine—grab your boarding pass, buckle up, and relax. But emergency room doctors say what you do during ... read the story

by Amanda Blankenship

5 Stealth Taxes on Social Security: Why 40% of Retirees Still Owe the IRS If you thought Social Security was tax-free, you’re not alone—and that’s exactly the problem. Millions of retirees... read the story

by Amanda Blankenship

Medicare Part B Alert: The 2026 Premium Just Hit $202.90 — the Highest Ever Recorded If you’re on Medicare—or planning to enroll soon—there’s a number you can’t afford to ignore: $202.90 per mont... read the story

by Amanda Blankenship

Experts Say Retired Couples Should Remove These 7 Things From Their Estate — Here’s Why Estate planning isn’t just about what you leave behind—it’s about what you don’t leave behind. Many retired coup... read the story

by Amanda Blankenship

AARP Just Made These 10 Resources Free to the Public — No Membership Required If you’ve ever assumed you needed to pay for expert retirement advice, caregiving help, or financial tools, here’s s... read the story

by Amanda Blankenship

Veterans’ Homes Explained: The Low‑Cost State Facilities Many Retired Soldiers Don’t Know They Qualify For For many veterans and their families, the cost of long-term care can feel overwhelming—often reaching thousands of dol... read the story

by Amanda Blankenship

Here’s Who Determines What Happens To Your Home Once You’re In A Long Term Care Facility Moving into a long-term care facility is one of those life transitions that often happens quickly—but the financial ri... read the story

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6 Signs Your Adult Child Is Financially Dependent in Ways You Haven’t Noticed Yet It’s natural to want to help your kids—even when they’re fully grown. But what starts as occasional support can qu... read the story

by Amanda Blankenship

The Login.gov Update: Why Seniors May Lose Access to Local Government Portals This Friday If you’ve tried logging into a government website recently and felt like the process suddenly got more complicated—y... read the story

by Amanda Blankenship

12 Key Things Christians Should Think About Before Choosing Cremation Choosing between burial and cremation isn’t just a financial or practical decision for many families—it’s deeply p... read the story