May 2021 - Page 2 of 9 - SavingAdvice.com Blog

by James Hendrickson

8 Brutal Aging Realities That Sneak Up on You—And How to Stop Them Aging doesn’t usually arrive with a dramatic announcement—it shows up quietly in your daily routine. One day you bou... read the story

by Drew Blankenship

The Facebook ‘Friend Request From Yourself’ Scam: The Cloned‑Account Trick Now Targeting Retirees It’s one of the most confusing messages you can get: a friend tells you that you just sent them a Facebook friend requ... read the story

by Drew Blankenship

7 Reasons Over 1.1 Million Texas Seniors Are at Risk After Missing the $10,000 School‑Tax Exemption in 2026 If you’re a Texas homeowner over 65, missing a simple exemption could be costing you hundreds (or even thousands) of d... read the story

by Drew Blankenship

Michigan Seniors: 400,000 Households Still Haven’t Claimed the $1,200 Home Heating Credit — And You Can Still Get It This Spring If you’re a Michigan senior struggling with rising utility bills, there’s a good chance you’re leaving money on th... read the story

by Drew Blankenship

Florida 65+: Heat‑Related ER Visits Jumped 42% Last Year — Why Seniors Need to Prep Before May If you live in Florida and you’re over 65, the heat isn’t just uncomfortable; it can be dangerous. Doctors and publi... read the story

by Drew Blankenship

The ‘Overdraft’ Surprise: Why Banks Can Cancel Your Protection Without Notice — And What Triggers It You swipe your debit card, thinking you’re covered, only to have the transaction declined or hit with a surprise fee. ... read the story

by Amanda Blankenship

The Reverse Mortgage ‘Due‑and‑Payable’ Notice: Why Some Lenders Are Demanding Full Repayment in 2026 If you or someone you love has a reverse mortgage, there’s a notice you never want to receive: “Due and Payable.” ... read the story

by Amanda Blankenship

High Blood Pressure and Cholesterol? Avoid These 3 Morning Habits Starting Tomorrow If you’re dealing with high blood pressure or cholesterol, your morning routine matters more than you think. Those fir... read the story

by Amanda Blankenship

The Medicare Card Scam: Why You Should Never Pay for a Replacement Card Under Any Circumstance If someone calls you saying you need to pay for a replacement Medicare card, hang up immediately—because it’s almost... read the story

by Amanda Blankenship

Doctors Sound the Alarm: Unexplained Shoulder Pain May Point to a Dangerous Issue If you’ve ever brushed off shoulder pain as a bad night’s sleep or a pulled muscle, you’re not alone—but doctors... read the story