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Your social media score isn’t what it used to be!
Your social media score isn’t what it used to be! Money & Credit April 3rd, 2018
Financial tech companies have started backing away from the idea that social media data on you could be a key…
Walmart Vs. The Dollar Stores: Who Is Cheapest?
Walmart Vs. The Dollar Stores: Who Is Cheapest? Shopping & Retail March 26th, 2018
Mirror, mirror, on the wall”¦who's the cheapest of them all? A new head-to-head comparison of Walmart, Family Dollar, and Dollar…
October’s auto sales disappoint…but that could mean deals for you!
October’s auto sales disappoint…but that could mean deals for you! Cars March 26th, 2018
Auto sales took a dive last month, but the red hot industry shouldn't worry too much. There's still the rest…
The most and least reliable used car brands
The most and least reliable used car brands Cars March 26th, 2018
Cars are the second largest expense that most people face. So you don't want to waste your money in the…
One U.S. automaker dominates new customer satisfaction tally
One U.S. automaker dominates new customer satisfaction tally Cars March 26th, 2018
Auto satisfaction is the highest it's ever been according to the latest results from the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI).…
Should you lease a car during an ‘End of the Year’ sales event?
Should you lease a car during an ‘End of the Year’ sales event? Cars March 26th, 2018
Most manufacturers go on a blitz with their 'End of the Year' sales events between Christmas and New Year's Eve.…
13 new car models to avoid buying
13 new car models to avoid buying Cars March 26th, 2018
The average new car sells for $33,871, according to Kelley Blue Book. So when you take on an expense like…
Whose side are those new-car pricing sites really on?
Whose side are those new-car pricing sites really on? Cars March 26th, 2018
Author's Note: The catalyst for this series was the eye-opening discovery that over the last 20 years, the dealer invoice…
How to beat the pricing from online car-buying sites
How to beat the pricing from online car-buying sites Cars March 26th, 2018
Author's Note: The catalyst for this series was the eye-opening discovery that over the last 20 years, the dealer invoice…
How to get prices so cheap you’ll think they’re misprints!
How to get prices so cheap you’ll think they’re misprints! Deals & Savings March 16th, 2018
If you like cheap, you're going to love these apps I've been testing. Buying ultra-cheap from Chinese manufacturers Wish, Geek…
5 ways to get prices so cheap…you won’t believe your eyes!
5 ways to get prices so cheap…you won’t believe your eyes! Deals & Savings March 16th, 2018
Can't wait for Black Friday or Cyber Monday to score deals on your holiday shopping? No worries, there are some…
It’s time to jettison the conventional wisdom about how to buy a new car
It’s time to jettison the conventional wisdom about how to buy a new car Cars March 6th, 2018
Author's Note: The catalyst for this series was the eye-opening discovery that over the last 20 years, the dealer invoice…
Honda, Toyota roll out record incentives
Honda, Toyota roll out record incentives Cars March 6th, 2018
MONEY-SAVING MOMENT: Two heavyweight Asian automakers are rolling out the incentives at record or near-record levels in a grab for…
FreedomPop, Cricket offer new ways to save money on iPhones
FreedomPop, Cricket offer new ways to save money on iPhones Mobile & Electronics March 6th, 2018
Love the iPhone but hate the high monthly service price? There are a couple new options coming that could save…
Western Union, Better Business Bureau team up to stop scams
Western Union, Better Business Bureau team up to stop scams Scams & Rip-Offs March 6th, 2018
Western Union has a new partnership with the Better Business Bureau aimed at thwarting wires before money makes it into…
Fake package tracking notification could be malware
Fake package tracking notification could be malware Mobile & Electronics March 6th, 2018
An ugly email virus scam masquerading as a delivery notice could foul up your finances this Christmas season. Now's a…
18 free and cheap options for family fun & outings
18 free and cheap options for family fun & outings Life March 6th, 2018
Frugality does not mean a one-way ticket to the Land of No Fun At All. Even when times are tight…
Easy way to know if your account has been compromised
Easy way to know if your account has been compromised Protect Your Rights & Identity March 5th, 2018
With all the endless news of data breaches these days, it's easy to wonder, 'Has my e-mail address been stolen?'…
Study: Playgrounds are dirtier than bathroom toilets
Study: Playgrounds are dirtier than bathroom toilets Health March 1st, 2018
Ever feel like kids today grow up in a bubble? Well, when you read this, you might understand why! Read…
New app helps with simple legal agreements
New app helps with simple legal agreements Money & Credit February 28th, 2018
I am not a lawyer. Many times, when I take a question, I'll preface it by saying, "Now, I am…
9 money-saving tips to help you avoid overspending
9 money-saving tips to help you avoid overspending Money & Credit February 27th, 2018
Budgeting can seem a lot like dieting if you feel like you're being deprived of something you've always had. That's…
Where to get real designer fragrances on the cheap
Where to get real designer fragrances on the cheap Deals & Savings February 27th, 2018
If designer fragrances are your stocking stuffer of choice, this fall you can get expensive brands up to 50% off…
Taxes on Netflix? A look at the new trend hitting streaming services
Taxes on Netflix? A look at the new trend hitting streaming services Mobile & Electronics February 26th, 2018
Not to wade into the political waters and comment on the state of taxes in America, but it is astounding…
Hulu live TV service on tap for ‘under $40’ in next few months
Hulu live TV service on tap for ‘under $40’ in next few months Mobile & Electronics February 26th, 2018
Get ready for another entrant to the live TV streaming market. Hulu is preparing to throw its hat in the…
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Stash puts the power of investing in the palm of your hand Money & Credit February 22nd, 2018
What's standing between you and investing for your future—right now, this very minute? Is it time? Money? Knowledge? A new…
Why you need an automatic investment plan
Why you need an automatic investment plan Money & Credit February 21st, 2018
Many people want to create wealth for themselves and their families but are avoiding the step of creating an investment…
7 ways to get more life out of your car
7 ways to get more life out of your car Cars February 20th, 2018
A car is usually the second biggest purchase in your life — after your home. Wouldn't it be nice if you…
The secret to putting 1 million miles on the odometer
The secret to putting 1 million miles on the odometer Cars February 20th, 2018
Back when cars were being built in the 1960s, there probably wasn't any concept that they might last one million…
4 hidden factors that help determine your auto insurance premiums
4 hidden factors that help determine your auto insurance premiums Insurance February 20th, 2018
In the continuation of a disturbing trend, your driving record is becoming less and less relevant to setting your auto…
Is it smart to use retirement accounts to fund a new business?
Is it smart to use retirement accounts to fund a new business? Business & Entrepreneurs February 20th, 2018
I love helping entrepreneurs set purposeful goals for their new companies. And because they are often doing things that are…