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Picking out a competent roofer is a challenge

Rita R. Robison / January 28, 2008

A challenge this week is my new metal shingle roof, installed in September. The metal shingles were defective, so last […]

This week's top 10 money tips

1. Be careful when you’re searching for DMV services because third-party websites are using similar names to get you to pay extra fees for renewals and paperwork help.

2. Plant a garden now to save money on fresh, organic vegetables.

3. Double-check prices, reviews, and return policies before making major purchases using AI.

4. Check out these tips on how to buy a mattress.

5. Opt out of the Bank of America’s new forced arbitration requirement by July 17.

6. Check out these eight home maintenance tasks to do every year or it’ll cost you.

7. Be aware it still pays to switch jobs unless you’re a top 5 percent earner.

8. Take a look at these six times you should never use your credit card.

9. Buy batteries on sale to get the best price, but for the lowest everyday battery prices check out The Home Depot, Amazon, Walmart, Lowe’s, and Costco.

10. Check out this list of cities where $300,000 still buys a starter home.

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May 28, 2026