Choosing Between Wants and Needs: It’s Not Always Obvious  Some needs aren’t as clear-cut as rent or monthly bills for the basics. Take transportation. You might genuinely need a car to get to work, especially if transit doesn’t reach your job or your shift times don’t line up with the…

Costco’s iconic $4.99 rotisserie chicken has earned a cult-like following among shoppers for years, but Consumer Reports says Sam’s Club now has the best bird in the warehouse club business. After evaluating rotisserie chickens from 10 grocery chains, warehouse clubs and big-box retailers, Consumer Reports named Sam’s Club’s Member’s Mark…

If retirement is on the horizon, every extra dollar you save can make a difference. That’s the idea behind Roth IRA catch-up contributions, which allow investors age 50 and older to contribute more than the standard annual limit. These additional contributions can help boost tax-free retirement savings. But eligibility rules,…