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).

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Travelers’ Favorite Airlines for Every Class, Including Coach

on May 16, 2024

Find out which airlines draw raves, and which carriers are lagging behind.

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Why Florida Condo Prices Are Suddenly Falling

on May 16, 2024

A cloud is darkening the vision of endless days of sun and fun for some Florida condo owners.

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This Tax Is Now Hitting More Homeowners

on May 16, 2024

Discover why this cost is surprising a growing number of homeowners.

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3 Reasons Americans’ Vision of Retirement Has Changed

on May 16, 2024

The economic turmoil of recent years has caused a shift in how we view our golden years.

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Interest on National Debt Now Costs More Than Medicare

on May 15, 2024

The interest on our colossal national debt is the nation’s second-largest expense. And the situation is only getting worse.

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Is This Why Some Retirees Are Now ‘Living the Nightmare’?

on May 15, 2024

These factors are turning visions of a happy retirement into a bad dream for some folks.

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Prepare to Pay for Your Next Medical Procedure in Advance

on May 15, 2024

The growing trend means you might have to dig into your wallet before you receive care.

Clint Eastwood
12 Celebrities Who Have Run for Public Office

on May 14, 2024

From Hollywood glitz to gritty politics, see which celebs traded the red carpet for the race to public office.

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11 Vehicles That Are the Most Expensive to Fill up

on May 14, 2024

Uncover which rides leave the biggest dent in your wallet at the gas station.

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63% of Workers Bet on This Retirement Strategy. It Rarely Works.

on May 14, 2024

Workers have a plan for navigating retirement. Actual retirees report a different experience altogether.

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Why You Should Sleep With the Door Closed Every Night

and on May 13, 2024

Experts say closing the door before you go to sleep could save your life.

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This Cooking Oil May Lower Your Risk of Deadly Dementia

on May 13, 2024

As little as half a tablespoon per day made a significant difference in a study of more than 90,000 people.

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IRS Penalty for Underpaying Taxes to Remain at 8%

and on May 10, 2024

The good news is that interest rates won’t rise this summer. The bad news is that they are still steep.

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Credit Report Errors Are More Common Than You Might Think

on May 9, 2024

Think your credit report is flawless? A Consumer Reports survey suggests there’s a good chance you are wrong.

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This Is the Worst Financial Problem for the Middle Class in 2024

on May 9, 2024

These are the monetary woes that have middle-class folks — and their wallets — on edge.

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6 Ways Retirees Can Cut Their Health Care Costs

on May 9, 2024

Discover the secrets to trimming your health budget without sacrificing essential care during retirement.

5 Places Most Likely to See Home Prices Plunge Soon
5 Places Most Likely to See Home Prices Plunge Soon

on May 9, 2024

These cities face more than a 70% probability of seeing price declines in the next 12 months, according to a new report.

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The Best Water Utilities in 2024, According to Customers

on May 8, 2024

Find out if your utility made the list.

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10 Downtowns Rebounding From COVID — and 10 Still Struggling

on May 7, 2024

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

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The Best Places to Buy Tires? Apparently Not Costco

on May 7, 2024

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

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