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5 ways to pay zero for TV, phone, investments, haircuts and more
5 ways to pay zero for TV, phone, investments, haircuts and more Money & Credit February 19th, 2018
Are you like Clark in that 'free' is your favorite word in the English language? Here are a few things…
9 things most people forget about when buying disability insurance
9 things most people forget about when buying disability insurance Insurance January 11th, 2018
Throughout your working lifetime, you are three times more likely to become disabled than you are to die before age…
Woman Returns Dead Christmas Tree to Costco in January – and Gets Her Money Back!
Woman Returns Dead Christmas Tree to Costco in January – and Gets Her Money Back! Life January 11th, 2018
In the world of retail, Costco stands out for having one of the most generous return policies in the industry.…
How to save on parking in metro areas
How to save on parking in metro areas Cars January 2nd, 2018
There are a couple of sites that can save you big bucks the next time you need to park in…
4 ways restaurant menus are designed to make you spend more
4 ways restaurant menus are designed to make you spend more Deals & Savings January 2nd, 2018
When you go to a restaurant, you likely don't think of a menu as an advertising tool — it just has all the…
$10 last-minute Christmas gifts your family and friends will love
$10 last-minute Christmas gifts your family and friends will love Life December 23rd, 2017
Still have some last-minute Christmas shopping to do? There are plenty of inexpensive gifts that don't look and feel "too…
2017 Holiday Tipping and Gift Guide: What to give your boss, hair stylist, babysitter and more!
2017 Holiday Tipping and Gift Guide: What to give your boss, hair stylist, babysitter and more! Life December 21st, 2017
The holiday season is a time when many people will give a tip or gift to the service providers who…
Weatherproof Your Wallet: How to Avoid Pipe Bursts This Winter
Weatherproof Your Wallet: How to Avoid Pipe Bursts This Winter Money & Credit December 8th, 2017
When cold weather comes, the priority of many homeowners turns to keeping their residences warm and not spending unnecessary money…
Black Friday Shopping
Should you shop online or in-store this Black Friday weekend? Shopping & Retail November 27th, 2017
As Americans get their kitchens ready to cook a turkey feast, many are also prepping their shopping lists in anticipation…
Holiday shopping 2017: 5 retail traps to avoid
Holiday shopping 2017: 5 retail traps to avoid November 24th, 2017
You've set a holiday budget, reviewed the Black Friday ad scans and mapped out your shopping strategy to save more…
Here’s a long list of retailers that will be closed on Thanksgiving this year
Here’s a long list of retailers that will be closed on Thanksgiving this year Shopping & Retail November 20th, 2017
Many retailers will once again start their Black Friday sales on Thanksgiving Day, but dozens of stores are choosing to…
Op-ed: To Black Friday or not Black Friday, that is the question…
Op-ed: To Black Friday or not Black Friday, that is the question… Shopping & Retail November 17th, 2017
Several years ago BC (“BC” standing for “before children”) my friends Janice and Marc were staunch participants of Black Friday…
5 gimmicks to avoid on Black Friday
5 gimmicks to avoid on Black Friday Shopping & Retail November 16th, 2017
So, you're in shopping mode and the holiday music is playing. You find yourself browsing the store, sipping a latte…
How to set a Black Friday budget and stick to it!
How to set a Black Friday budget and stick to it! Shopping & Retail November 16th, 2017
The holidays are almost here! While I think you can start decorating for Christmas too soon (think August), you can never…
Secured credit cards: How they work, dangers to avoid & a better alternative
Secured credit cards: How they work, dangers to avoid & a better alternative Money & Credit October 29th, 2017
I have received several questions about secured credit cards, which can be a great way to build up credit if…
Save big bucks with these homemade holiday gift ideas
Save big bucks with these homemade holiday gift ideas Deals & Savings October 27th, 2017
Have a limited budget for the holidays? No worries! You can create your way to fun and useful Christmas or holiday…
15 secret tips and tricks to save even more on Amazon.com!
15 secret tips and tricks to save even more on Amazon.com! Shopping & Retail October 19th, 2017
Just last year, Amazon surpassed Walmart as the world's biggest retailer. With the rise of bargain-hunting consumers who are not only…
4 big changes coming to Designer Shoe Warehouse
4 big changes coming to Designer Shoe Warehouse Shopping & Retail October 4th, 2017
Designer Shoe Warehouse (DSW), a footwear and accessories retailer with more than 500 locations nationwide, is making some big changes that…
High-limit disability insurance for MLB athletes—and what it means to you
High-limit disability insurance for MLB athletes—and what it means to you Insurance August 22nd, 2017
When Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg injured himself Wednesday during a game against the Braves, his ball club may have…
New tool offers credit card perks without debit card dangers
New tool offers credit card perks without debit card dangers August 10th, 2017
All year long, Clark.com's Michael Timmermann is sharing quick and easy ways to save money as part of our Michael Saves series. Check…
This simple list could save you if your credit cards are ever stolen
This simple list could save you if your credit cards are ever stolen August 10th, 2017
All year long, Clark.com's Michael Timmermann is sharing quick and easy ways to save money as part of our Michael Saves…
8 money-saving tricks to find amazing shoe deals at DSW
8 money-saving tricks to find amazing shoe deals at DSW Deals & Savings August 10th, 2017
All year long, Clark.com's Michael Timmermann is sharing quick and easy ways to save money as part of our Michael Saves…
'retirement planning' written on a notebook with a calculator and coins
7 major expenses in retirement (and how to prepare!) Money & Credit August 4th, 2017
How much do you really need to save for retirement? That one question (and figuring out the answer) can be daunting, ambiguous and…
Job alert: These 10 companies are hiring like crazy in June
5 things to know about working at Amazon June 26th, 2017
If you're looking for a new job, Amazon is in the middle of a massive hiring spree! The e-commerce giant…
This free email subscription will save you hundreds on flights
This free email subscription will save you hundreds on flights Deals & Savings June 21st, 2017
Have you heard about Scott's Cheap Flights? If you haven't and you love to travel, you are missing out! Read more:…
Side-view mirror
Save $100s by replacing your side-view mirror yourself! June 9th, 2017
Damaging your side-view mirror or knocking it off is one of those annoying things in your life as a driver…
Virgin and Airbnb team up for new deal
Virgin and Airbnb team up for new deal Travel June 6th, 2017
A new partnership between Virgin and Airbnb will allow Virgin Elevate members to earn loyalty points for stays at Airbnb…
Virgin and Airbnb team up for new deal
Black Friday expands from one day to an entire weekend Shopping & Retail May 11th, 2017
We're at three weeks and counting to Black Friday. But Black Friday is no longer just one day of exhausted…
Retailers Roll Out the Pre-Black Friday Sales
Retailers Roll Out the Pre-Black Friday Sales Deals & Savings May 11th, 2017
It's still a week before Black Friday, but the deals are seemingly rolling out hour by hour today for Christmas…
Your guide to Black Friday
Your guide to Black Friday Shopping & Retail May 11th, 2017
Black Friday is almost here. This year more than ever, the idea of Black Friday has spilled over a day…