Author: Chris Kissell

I am the founder of Words At Work, LLC, a writing, editing and consulting company based in Colorado. In the past, I worked as senior editor at Bankrate and senior managing editor at Insurance.com. I've also written for and worked closely with U.S. News & World Report, GOBankingRates, CreditCards.com, QuinStreet and many other websites and publications.
I've lived in Minneapolis (too cold), South Florida (too hot) and Denver (just right).

The Best Water Utilities in 2024, According to Customers

Chris Kissell on May 8, 2024

Find out if your utility made the list.

10 Downtowns Rebounding From COVID — and 10 Still Struggling

Chris Kissell on May 7, 2024

Discover the downtowns that are finally bouncing back after the pandemic — and those continuing to flounder.

The Best Places to Buy Tires? Apparently Not Costco

Chris Kissell on May 7, 2024

The beloved retailer is a great place to buy many things, but you might want to look elsewhere for tires.

Homeowners Say These Are the Best Brands of House Paint

Chris Kissell on May 6, 2024

These brands of house paints and stains have earned the highest customer satisfaction scores.

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Expect to Lose Serious Money on These 5 Home Renovations

Chris Kissell on May 6, 2024

These renovations will cost you far more than they add to your home value.

Now the Wrong Click on a Phone Could Empty Your Bank Account

Chris Kissell on May 3, 2024

Due to a new type of malware, one wrong click on an Android phone could rob you blind.

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Today’s Seniors Reveal 6 Surprising Lessons About Retirement

Chris Kissell on May 3, 2024

Expectations about retirement don’t necessarily align with the reality of living in the golden years.

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6 Expenses That Today’s Retirees Underestimated

Chris Kissell on May 2, 2024

Many retirees are finding that some of their costs are higher than they expected.

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11 Secret Ways Frugal Travelers Slash Their Costs

Chris Kissell on April 30, 2024

Some people are experts at traveling on the cheap. Here are some of their secrets.

This Group Is Less Satisfied With Medicare Than Other Enrollees

Chris Kissell on April 29, 2024

Most Americans are satisfied with their Medicare coverage. But some folks are not feeling the love.

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This Simple Habit Could Lengthen Your Life — and Ward off Heart Disease

Chris Kissell on April 29, 2024

From heart attacks to heart failure to strokes, cardiovascular disease is largely preventable.

3 Turning Points That Trigger Americans to Write Wills

Chris Kissell on April 26, 2024

See which life events finally prompt procrastinating Americans to pen this crucial document.

3 Remarkably Simple Ways We Define Financial Happiness

Chris Kissell on April 26, 2024

Discover the secrets to Americans’ financial happiness. It’s probably not what you think.

Most People Can’t Pass This Multiple-Choice Quiz About Retirement

Chris Kissell on April 25, 2024

Think you’re savvy about retirement? This multiple-choice quiz might prove you wrong.

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How Much NFL Rookies Can Expect to Pay in Taxes This Year

Chris Kissell on April 25, 2024

A lot is at stake for young players during this week’s NFL draft, with some players set to pay millions more in taxes simply because of which team they join.