Tamila McDonald

Tamila McDonald is a U.S. Army veteran with 20 years of service, including five years as a military financial advisor. After retiring from the Army, she spent eight years as an AFCPE-certified personal financial advisor for wounded warriors and their families. Now she writes about personal finance and benefits programs for numerous financial websites.

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1 Million Dollars or A Penny Doubled Every Day for 30 Days? What Would You Pick? At some point, you may have seen the question, “Would you rather have a penny that doubles each day for a month or 1 m... read the story

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20 Items You Should ALWAYS Buy From The Thrift Store (Anywhere Else Is A Waste of Money) Thrifting isn’t just a trend; it’s a smart shopping strategy. With the rise of sustainable living and the ch... read the story

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Here Are The 12 Things Your Kids Really Want After You’re Gone As you contemplate the legacy you’ll leave behind, it’s vital to consider what will truly matter to your adu... read the story

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Banned in the Golden State: 14 Items California Won’t Let You Have California is known for its stringent safety and health regulations, which often exceed those of the federal government ... read the story

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At What Point Does Buying in Bulk Stop Being a Wise Spending Choice? Many people have heard that buying in bulk is an intelligent move financially. However, there are situations where bulk ... read the story

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Popular Energy-Saving Program Gets Axed—Here’s What That Means for Your Bills For over three decades, the Energy Star program has helped consumers save money on their utility bills by identifying en... read the story

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How Much Does Chick-Fil-A Make in A Day? If you’re unfamiliar, Chick-Fil-A is a popular fast food restaurant chain. The company not only serves delicious fried... read the story

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No Longer An Option: 12 Surprising Expenses Poor Americans Are Eliminating In today’s tough economic times, a lot of Americans are making tough choices to save money. It’s not just ab... read the story

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14 Reasons Baby Boomers Don’t Care About Being “Woke” In the diverse spectrum of social awareness, Baby Boomers often stand apart from the woke movement that’s more pre... read the story

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10 Reasons Why Women Over 40 Should Be Dating Older Men Navigating the dating scene as a woman over 40 can feel like an adventure filled with unexpected twists. While you might... read the story