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Looking to book a flight? Here are the cheapest days to fly in 2019
These are expected to be the cheapest days to fly in 2019 Travel January 3rd, 2019
If travel is in the cards for you in 2019, you might already be scouting out airline tickets. Wouldn't it…
Think the new law means hospital 'gotcha' prices have gone away? Not so fast
New law requires hospitals to post their prices, but does it really change anything? Health January 3rd, 2019
For years, hospital pricing has been shrouded in mystery — until you get that ginormous bill that seems to have…
Phone porting scam: How to protect yourself
Phone porting scam: How to protect yourself on different carriers Scams & Rip-Offs January 2nd, 2019
Thieves are increasingly stealing people's phone numbers in a new scheme known as "porting" or "port-out scamming." A phone porting…
Job alert: These 20+ companies are hiring like crazy for the new year
Job alert: These 20+ companies are hiring like crazy in January Jobs January 2nd, 2019
If you’re looking for work in 2019, this is the perfect time to make a career change: January is a…
Looking for work in 2019? Here are the fastest-growing job titles right now
Looking for work in 2019? Here are the fastest-growing job titles right now January 2nd, 2019
If you're looking for a new job right now, the employment outlook for the new year is looking pretty rosy…
10 quotes on financial freedom from Clark Howard
Clark Howard’s Top 10 words of wisdom from 2018 Money & Credit December 28th, 2018
Clark Howard's goal is for people to take control of their financial destiny. With signs of a volatile stock market…
Government shutdown assistance: These credit unions and banks are offering financial help
Affected financially by the government shutdown? Here’s help Money & Credit December 28th, 2018
We are well into a partial government shutdown, and many people are starting to feel the crunch. If you're a…
Here are the 9 best end-of-year car deals
Looking for an end-of-year car deal? Here are 9 of the best Cars December 27th, 2018
As if the price tags didn't give it away, 'tis the season for end-of-year car deals. Year's end markdowns are…
Looking for work? Here are the major job trends for 2019
Looking for work? Here are 4 major job trends for 2019 December 26th, 2018
If you're looking for a job or interested in a career change for 2019, there's no better time to apply…
Government shutdown 2018: Here's what's likely to be closed or open
Government shutdown 2018: Here’s what might affect you Life December 22nd, 2018
With the U.S. government shut down for now, the ramifications could be widespread, affecting federal salaried and hourly workers, small…
These 2019 model cars have already won safety awards
New report: Here are the safest car models for 2019 Cars December 20th, 2018
If you're like a lot of people, the impending arrival of the new year might have you in the mind…
FTC: Some internet-connected smart toys are far from child's play
New FTC warning: Some internet-connected toys are far from child’s play Protect Your Rights & Identity December 19th, 2018
If you're concerned about privacy, buying toys for your kids these days is serious business. Internet-connected smart toys are everywhere…
Facebook shared your data with other companies
Report: Facebook shared private messages with Amazon, 150+ others Protect Your Rights & Identity December 19th, 2018
Facebook has spent much of the past 12 months apologizing and trying to make amends for the Cambridge Analytica data…
Free Shipping Day 2018: Everything you need to know
Free Shipping Day 2018: Everything you need to know Shopping & Retail December 13th, 2018
The holiday rush is on as shoppers try to beat the clock to have their items delivered in time for…
Which cars cost the least to repair?
The 10 late-model cars with the lowest repair costs Cars December 12th, 2018
When it comes to choosing a vehicle, many of us may make a decision based on gas mileage or styling.…
Cities that will pay you to move there
Looking for a change of scenery? These cities will pay you to move there! Jobs December 12th, 2018
There's a good chance you think  that it pays to live where you do. Maybe you have good neighbors, a…
These states are the most vulnerable to identity theft and fraud
‘No consequences’: Clark’s take on the government’s Equifax data breach report Protect Your Rights & Identity December 12th, 2018
The government's final report on the Equifax data breach was released this week, more than 14 months after one of…
What the Google data breach means for you
What the latest Google data breach means for you Mobile & Electronics December 11th, 2018
The demise of Google Plus is being sped up after the company announced that a new bug has been discovered,…
Here's the data that tech companies keep on you
What the big tech companies know about you in one scary image Protect Your Rights & Identity December 11th, 2018
If a stranger walked up to you and asked you for your name, marital status and place of employment, you…
New report: 10 used car models with the biggest discounts in December
New report: 10 used car models with the biggest discounts in December Cars December 4th, 2018
Purchasing a vehicle for a good price has a lot to do with timing. If you buy at the wrong…
Marriott: ata breach exposed info of 500 million Starwood guests
After data breach, Marriott says it’ll pay for new passports — under one condition Protect Your Rights & Identity December 4th, 2018
—Another data breach, this time at Marriott's Starwood brand, has reignited privacy concerns after the company recently announced that 500 million…
Digital driver's licenses: States ditching plastic for technology
Digital driver’s licenses: States are ditching plastic for technology Cars December 3rd, 2018
Basically since the advent of the automobile, fear of losing your wallet — especially your driver's license — has plagued Americans. But…
Best new car incentives available right now to year’s end
Looking for a new car? Here are the best incentives & deals out there right now Cars December 3rd, 2018
One of the only things better than that new car smell is a new car deal, and December has quite…
How to tell if that Amazon.com email is legit
How to tell if that email you get from Amazon is legit or a phishing scam Protect Your Identity November 30th, 2018
As the world's largest online retailer, Amazon sends untold numbers of emails to consumers on a daily basis. Many of…
How to reach your favorite airline via social media
Your best shot at good airline customer service may be through social media Travel November 29th, 2018
If you've ever had an issue with an airline reservation or flight, you know it can be quite a challenge…
Early Black Friday 2018: Stores open on Thanksgiving
Early Black Friday 2018: Stores open on Thanksgiving Shopping & Retail November 22nd, 2018
The biggest day in retail — Black Friday — is upon us once again. That means there's going to be…
Free shipping day: Key ordering dates for the holidays
Want to beat the Christmas rush? Here are key shipping deadlines for the holidays Shopping & Retail November 21st, 2018
With the annual holiday shopping frenzy here, those of us who would rather shop online than brave long lines in…
Having trouble with Experian & Equifax credit freezes? Here are some answers
Having trouble with Experian & Equifax credit freezes? Here’s some help Protect Your Rights & Identity November 19th, 2018
It's only been a short while since credit freezes were made free by the three major credit-reporting bureaus. The government-mandated…
Uber, Lyft giving free rides to the polls on Election Day
Uber & Lyft are giving free rides to the polls on Election Day Mobile & Electronics November 13th, 2018
A 2017 Pew Research Center study on why registered voters refrained from casting ballots in the 2016 elections found that that…
What your server won't tell you about your receipt
What your restaurant server won’t tell you about your receipt Shopping & Retail October 29th, 2018
We've all been there: You're in that renowned restaurant at the tail end of a delicious meal and the server…