Evan Morgan, Author at Budget and the Bees

More Amazon Prime Customers Are Getting Automatic Refunds — Payments Start October 1

Millions of Amazon Prime customers could soon see money coming back their way without filling out another claim form. Beginning October 1, 2026, Amazon Prime refunds will expand to additional U.S. customers under a revised $2.5 billion settlement involving allegations about Prime enrollment and cancellation practices. The latest court-approved changes broaden eligibility and increase the […]

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Tony Beets Has Mined Millions in Gold — How Much Is the ‘Gold Rush’ Star Worth Today?

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Tony Beets has spent decades digging fortunes out of the Yukon, but the enormous gold totals viewers see on “Gold Rush” do not tell the whole story about his personal wealth. After another record-setting mining season, Tony Beets’ net worth has become an even bigger question for fans watching millions of dollars in gold roll

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10 Cheap Dates No Woman Will Appreciate

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There is nothing wrong with saving money on a date, especially when everyday expenses already stretch many budgets. In fact, 67% of active daters surveyed by LendingTree said they would not be offended by a date that cost nothing. The problem with cheap dates usually is not the price; it is the message sent when

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What Is ‘Welcome to Plathville’ Star Kim Plath Worth After the Family’s TLC Fame?

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When “Welcome to Plathville” debuted in 2019, Kim Plath was best known as the mother of a large Georgia family living an unusually sheltered lifestyle. Eight seasons later, the family’s TLC exposure has made Kim a recognizable reality-TV personality while her marriage, businesses, housing and finances have changed considerably. That has also fueled online searches

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Saying No to Being a Bridesmaid: The Costs You Can’t Escape Once You Say Yes

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Being asked to stand beside a friend on her wedding day can feel like an honor, but the financial commitment often begins before the champagne is poured. Bridesmaid costs can include far more than a dress, especially when a bachelorette trip, shower, professional beauty services and wedding travel enter the picture. The uncomfortable part is

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A Billion-Dollar Lottery Winner Wants to Stay Anonymous — Which States Actually Allow That?

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A $2 Powerball ticket purchased in Quincy, Illinois, recently turned into a $1.04 billion jackpot, but the winner apparently wants something money cannot always buy: privacy. According to Powerball, the August 12, 2026, winner claimed the prize in September, chose a lump-sum payment and elected to remain anonymous. That is possible because Illinois allows winners

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Office Collections Are Costing You 0 a Year — How to Say No Without Becoming the Office Villain

Office Collections Are Costing You $200 a Year — How to Say No Without Becoming the Office Villain

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A coworker’s birthday card lands on your desk with a request for $10, then someone is retiring, having a baby, getting married, or leaving for another job. None of those office collections seems expensive by itself, but repeated requests can quietly become a line item in your personal budget. Spend $15 on eight collections and

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Couples Who Earn Very Different Salaries: The Money Fights That Start In Year One

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When two people fall in love, a salary gap may not seem like a relationship problem—until rent, vacations, retirement contributions, and everyday spending become shared decisions. For couples with different salaries, the first year of combining financial lives can expose disagreements that never surfaced while dating. One partner may earn $120,000 while the other earns

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How Much Is Whitney Way Thore Worth After More Than a Decade on TLC?

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Whitney Way Thore has spent more than a decade turning an unexpected viral moment into a recognizable reality-TV career. Since “My Big Fat Fabulous Life” premiered on TLC in 2015, viewers have watched her relationships, family life, travels, business projects and personal milestones unfold on camera. That longevity naturally raises a money question: What is

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The Raise Was ,000 — Here’s How Much Might Actually Reach the Bank Account

The Raise Was $5,000 — Here’s How Much Might Actually Reach the Bank Account

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A $5,000 raise sounds like an extra $416.67 a month, but that is not what most employees will see in their checking accounts. Federal income taxes, Social Security and Medicare taxes, state taxes, and workplace benefits can all reduce the increase. Depending on where you live and how your benefits are structured, the take-home pay

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