June 2011 - SavingAdvice.com Blog

by Amanda Blankenship

5 Medical Scams That Target Seniors—and Are Still Working Today Medical scams aren’t just a nuisance—they’re a billion-dollar problem targeting older Americans every single year.... read the story

by Drew Blankenship

The Hidden Risk of Mail-Order Pharmacies: Doctors Say Seniors Are Getting the Wrong Meds Mail-order pharmacies promise convenience, lower costs, and fewer trips to the store, but for many seniors, they may als... read the story

by Drew Blankenship

Medicare Warning: Inpatient Hospital Copays Hit Their Highest Levels Ever — What Seniors Now Owe Per Day If you haven’t checked your Medicare costs recently, you may be in for a surprise. Hospital stays are getting more exp... read the story

by Drew Blankenship

You’re Not Losing Things — Someone in Your Home May Be Taking Them Have you ever misplaced cash, jewelry, or important documents and immediately blamed your memory? For many older adults,... read the story

by Amanda Blankenship

These Are The 5 Worst Places To Mount Security Cameras Around Your Home Installing security cameras feels like a smart move—until you realize placement can make or break your entire system. ... read the story

by Tamila McDonald

Here Are The Planet Fitness Holiday Hours (Updated For 2026) Updated for 2026. Planet Fitness is one of the most popular fitness center options in the country. Planet Fitness... read the story

by Drew Blankenship

Massachusetts: “Circuit Breaker” Tax Credit Worth Up to $2,730 for Older Homeowners & Renters If you’re a senior in Massachusetts struggling with rising housing costs, there’s a little-known tax break that coul... read the story

by Amanda Blankenship

California Seniors: Your SilverSneakers Options Just Grew — But Only in Certain Regions If you’re a senior in California relying on fitness benefits through Medicare, you may have noticed something surprisi... read the story

by Drew Blankenship

Medicare Advantage Crisis: Why Your Plan May Add New Charges to Your Account Starting This Week If you’ve noticed unexpected charges (or warnings about upcoming costs) on your Medicare Advantage plan, you’re not ... read the story

by Amanda Blankenship

Claiming Elderly Parents As Dependents: What If They Get Social Security? If you’re helping support an aging parent, you might be leaving money on the table at tax time. Many people assume tha... read the story