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Drew Blankenship

Drew Blankenship is a veteran automotive writer and content strategist with over 20 years of hands-on experience as a Porsche technician, delivering expert insights into vehicle maintenance, dealership practices, market trends, and the intersection of cars with personal finance.
His bylines appear in CleverDude.com and SavingAdvice.com, as well as other leading outlets such as HotCars, Youcanic, and Vehicle History.

retirement expenses

Retirement

8 Costs Retirees Are Cutting First—and You Should Too

August 5, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Retirement doesn’t mean you stop spending—it means you have to spend smarter. With rising inflation, longer life expectancies, and uncertain healthcare costs, many older Americans are rethinking how they use their money. The smartest retirees aren’t … [Read more...] about 8 Costs Retirees Are Cutting First—and You Should Too

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relationship

Why Do Relationship Arguments Spike After Home Renovations?

August 5, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Home renovations might seem like a dream come true: a fresh kitchen, a new bathroom, or finally building that walk-in closet you’ve always wanted. But for many couples, this “dream” quickly becomes a stress-filled reality that leads to unexpected … [Read more...] about Why Do Relationship Arguments Spike After Home Renovations?

financial independence

Men's Topics

5 Ways Men Financially Sabotage Their Own Independence

August 5, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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For many men, financial independence is a symbol of success—freedom from relying on others, the ability to make choices without financial strain, and the security of knowing you're in control. But too often, this goal is quietly sabotaged from the … [Read more...] about 5 Ways Men Financially Sabotage Their Own Independence

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Finances & Money

7 Ways a Big Inheritance Could Backfire on Your Children

August 5, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Most parents dream of leaving something behind to help their children succeed. A big inheritance can feel like the ultimate act of love—one final gift that sets your kids up for life. But what if that well-meaning gesture actually causes more harm … [Read more...] about 7 Ways a Big Inheritance Could Backfire on Your Children

retirement mistakes

Retirement

8 Retirement Mistakes Men Don’t Catch Until It’s Too Late

August 5, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Retirement is supposed to be the reward after decades of hard work—a time to relax, enjoy life, and finally slow down. But for a lot of men, especially those who’ve poured their energy into their careers, it doesn’t always turn out that way. Instead … [Read more...] about 8 Retirement Mistakes Men Don’t Catch Until It’s Too Late

appliance warnings

Safety

Why Are Married Men More Likely to Ignore Appliance Warnings?

August 4, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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If it ain't broke, don't fix it, am I right? Well, apparently, this line of thinking gets men in trouble more often than you'd think, especially when it comes to household appliances. Consider your toaster. You might use it every day for toast or a … [Read more...] about Why Are Married Men More Likely to Ignore Appliance Warnings?

emotional masking

relationship

7 Emotional Responses That Are Masking Real Communication Issues

August 4, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Have you ever found yourself apologizing over and over, even when you didn’t do anything wrong? Or maybe you felt like retreating altogether during a tough discussion, even though the issue at hand was still unresolved? Throughout the nearly 10 years … [Read more...] about 7 Emotional Responses That Are Masking Real Communication Issues

high-income retirees

Retirement

Why High-Income Retirees Face Bigger Risks From One New Tax Law

August 4, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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If you’re retired with a robust nest egg, a major 2025 tax overhaul—often called the One Big Beautiful Bill Act—probably sounded like good news with its senior deduction and expanded benefits. But for high-income retirees, it cuts both ways: you’ll … [Read more...] about Why High-Income Retirees Face Bigger Risks From One New Tax Law

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