It’s hard to miss the effects of inflation. Whether you’re at the gas pump or at the grocery store, you’ve probably noticed goods are getting more expensive. 

We turn to John Waggoner, senior writer and finance journalist. He covers all things financial at AARP, and he says there’s plenty you can do.

On today's show, we discuss some ways you can help improve the value of your money. Not only that, but we go over what might not work.

For more information:

• A Primer on Inflation from AARP
• Series I Savings Bonds from the U.S. Treasury