Michelle Smith

1 day ago | financebuzz.com | Michelle Smith |Amanda Machado

Part of a stress-free retirement is knowing that you can afford the cost of health care services. Medicare, the government's health insurance plan for individuals over age 65, is intended to help you do just that. Elements of Medicare change every year, so it's important to know the latest information. Get familiar with these changes to make sure you're covered for all your needs. Here is a quick guide to upcoming changes to Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage.

3 days ago | financebuzz.com | Michelle Smith |Amanda Machado

National Donut Day falls on Friday, June 6, 2025, and it's the perfect excuse to indulge in a sprinkle-covered, glaze-drenched treat (or three). To make your sweet celebration even easier, we rounded up the most beloved donut shops in every state. From hidden mom-and-pop gems to cult-favorite bakeries with lines out the door, these spots are sure to stretch your eating-out budget and kill your cravings. Hungry yet? Let's find your state's top donut pick.

1 week ago | financebuzz.com | Michelle Smith |Jennifer Vermeer

If you want to find ways to travel more this year and you've been planning on taking a cruise for a while, the last thing you want to do is waste a second of your dream vacation.  To help you get the most out of your cruise and save money traveling, we've put together a list of insider tips to make your vacation as fun and affordable as possible. Take advantage of travel deals NAN/Adobe Are you a Costco member?

1 week ago | financebuzz.com | Michelle Smith |Lauren Wellbank

Medicare Part B is one of three crucial parts of Original Medicare. While Medicare Part A covers inpatient hospital care and Medicare Part D covers prescription medication, Medicare Part B helps you pay for preventative care and medically necessary services. Signing up for — and taking advantage of — Medicare Part B is one key element of a stress-free retirement, but the sign-up process itself may feel a little stressful if you've never enrolled in a government program before.

1 week ago | financebuzz.com | Michelle Smith |Kaitlin Milligan

Retirees living on a fixed income need to avoid wasting money. But it can be hard to distinguish between necessary and unnecessaryexpenses, especially when it comes to subscriptions and memberships. For instance, an AARP membership is just $16 a year. But in retirement, whenevery penny counts, it's worth asking yourself if that $16 fee is really worthit. We cover 15 free items you'll get with your membership thatdemonstrate exactly how it could save you more money than it costs.