Yahoo!Life: “Cutting Expenses in Retirement — 6 Home Items To Stop Buying”
Yahoo!Life, Jan. 20, 2026 — In today’s article by Laura Beck, she writes, “You’ve worked hard for decades, and now it’s time to make those golden years truly shine. But let’s face it, living on a fixed income can be trickier than doing the Macarena at your grandkid’s wedding. Luckily, there are plenty of tips to help you trim the fat from your budget without sacrificing the good life.”
To get the lowdown on which home items you can kick to the curb, GOBankingRates spoke with financial experts including Marguerita Cheng, CFP® Pro, CEO of Blue Ocean Global Wealth, and an expert contributor at Annuity.org, who said:
- Bye-Bye, Plastic Bags! “I live in Maryland, and we have had bag tax for a while,” she said. “You can leave reusable bags in your car. Not only is this good for your wallet, but it is also good for planet Earth. So, grab some cute reusable bags and save the planet while you save some cash. Win-win!”
- Water, Water Everywhere: Speaking of saving the planet, Cheng’s got another eco-friendly tip: She wants you to say goodbye to plastic water bottles and, depending on where you live, invest in a water filtration system. That way, all you need is your own reusable water bottle.
- Cable TV: The Silent Budget Killer: Remember when cable TV was the hottest thing ever? Well, times have changed, and so should your TV habits. Consider reevaluating the cost and benefit of cable. “You may be paying for channels that you don’t watch. Depending on your situation, streaming may be more appropriate for your needs.”
And Rita has more great advice. Click here to keep reading.