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Credit Card Payoff Calculator
Find out what it will take to pay off your credit card balance and what you can do to meet your repayment goals.
Lunch Savings Calculator
Use this calculator to find out how much you can save if you reduce your spending.
AARP Programs
Divided We Fail
The Divided We Fail effort advances the idea that partisan gridlock should not stand in the way of affordable health care and long-term financial security for all Americans.
Become a Free Lunch Seminar Monitor
Four out of five investors age 60 and over received at least one invitation to a free investment seminar in the past three years. Learn how to spot whether or not these seminars are legitimate.
AARP Foundation Reverse Mortgage Education Project
This program helps older homeowners make informed decisions about reverse mortgages.
Operation Energy Save
Use our Operation Energy Save checklists for quick maintenance tips to help a neighbor stay warm this winter. Get involved!
AARP Resources
Online Safety
AARP and Google team up to help you stay safe online. Protect your computer, your data—and your good name.
New safeguards are coming for money-market mutual funds.
Consumer Watchdog Speaks Out
Professor Elizabeth Warren, who chairs the congressional panel monitoring the banking bailout, is angry about the $5 trillion lost in 401(k) and other retirement accounts.
From the Online Community
Journal: To Gray or Not To Gray
Pbriand confronts his age—and other frustrations—at the DMV.
Read Journal
Cash for Clunkers: Is It a Good Deal?
The Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS) program is expected to begin in July and will continue until Nov. 1, or until allocated funds run out. Backers hope it will boost sales of new vehicles by 250,000, saving auto sector jobs in the process.
Stop Dishonest Telemarketers
While dishonest telemarketers call people of all ages, backgrounds and incomes, they often make up to 80 percent of their calls to older consumers.
When You Are Struggling to Make Mortgage Payments
If you have that sinking feeling about not being able to make your mortgage payments, there are some things that you can do to save your home.
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AARP Financial Benefits
Financial Guidance in a Volatile Market
Unsure What to Do? Call one of our experienced non-commissioned Financial Advisors at 1.888.778.6187
Learn more about our Banking, Insurance and Mutual Funds products.
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All Things Pets
Thinking about pet insurance or flying with Fido? Is Fluffy in your will? We have the information you need before making any decision.
Great Sex Well After 50
Dr. Laura Berman, a renowned sex therapist, answers 10 questions about the joys and challenges of later-life intimacy.
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Show Us Your Jalopy
Send us a picture of your car to show us why you deserve a new Ford Focus!
Member Discount
Save on summer essentials from the Everyday Savings Center powered by NextJump.
Reform Health Care
Millions of Americans are just one medical emergency away from financial ruin!
Vegas@50+
AARP presents Vegas@ 50+, our National Event, coming Oct. 22-24.
'Doughnut Hole' Help
Do you want to avoid the "Doughnut Hole"? Get help here.
Emergency Prepare
We'll show you easy ways to help neighbors get prepared for disasters.
Stonewall Riots
The gay-rights movement lit up one pivotal night; see the role Hispanics played.
Movies & Reviews
Join this group to discuss the movies and actors you love!
Need a Job?
You've come to the right place. Start your job search here on AARP.org.
Facebook Addict
They say you can't have too many friends. Who was he to prove them wrong?
Annual Reports
AARP’s annual reports are now available in a fully interactive format.
West Virginia
AARP will be vigilant for consumers as the state considers a utility rate hike.
