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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.

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Safety

9 Questions You’re Not Legally Required to Answer During a Police Stop

July 18, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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When those flashing lights appear in your rearview mirror or a police officer stops you on the street, nerves can kick in fast. But even in those tense moments, you still have constitutional rights—especially the right to remain silent. Many people … [Read more...] about 9 Questions You’re Not Legally Required to Answer During a Police Stop

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Lifestyle

10 Items Donation Centers Are Begging You to Stop Dropping Off

July 18, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Dropping off old items at a local donation center feels like a generous and responsible way to declutter your home. But not everything you leave behind is welcome—or even helpful. In fact, donation centers across the country are begging people to … [Read more...] about 10 Items Donation Centers Are Begging You to Stop Dropping Off

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Parenting

8 Questions Every Adult Child Should Ask Their Parents Before Time Runs Out

July 18, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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It’s easy to put off serious conversations with our parents. Life is busy, and sometimes it feels awkward to bring up aging, finances, or future care. But too many adult children wait until a crisis strikes—only to find themselves scrambling for … [Read more...] about 8 Questions Every Adult Child Should Ask Their Parents Before Time Runs Out

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Taxes

7 State Tax Credits That Quietly Disappeared in 2025

July 18, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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If your 2025 tax return looks slimmer than expected, you're not alone. Across the country, several states quietly eliminated or allowed key tax credits to expire, leaving many filers caught off guard. These changes didn’t always make headlines, but … [Read more...] about 7 State Tax Credits That Quietly Disappeared in 2025

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Finances & Money

7 Types of Property Transfers That Are Now Being Investigated

July 18, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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In recent months, real estate transactions that once flew under the radar are now being scrutinized more closely. What used to be simple deed transfers between family or business associates can now trigger audits, legal challenges, or full-blown … [Read more...] about 7 Types of Property Transfers That Are Now Being Investigated

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Safety

8 Garage Features That Signal Wealth to Thieves

July 18, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Your garage might feel like one of the safest places in your home, but to burglars, it could be a goldmine of clues. The reality is, certain high-end features and choices in your garage may act like flashing neon signs for thieves. From luxury … [Read more...] about 8 Garage Features That Signal Wealth to Thieves

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Family or Marriage

10 Marriage Practices That Financial Advisors Call Red Flags

July 18, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Marriage is a lot more than just love and shared dreams. You have to learn how to manage money as a team and figure out what it takes for you to thrive as a family. That said, what works for one couple might not work for the next. However, there are … [Read more...] about 10 Marriage Practices That Financial Advisors Call Red Flags

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Parenting

9 Times Parents Used Money to Control Adult Children

July 18, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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There is no doubt that money can be a blessing, but it can also be a burden... especially when it comes to your family. In some instances, parents (or other family members) have used money to control others. What may have seemed like financial help … [Read more...] about 9 Times Parents Used Money to Control Adult Children

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