Archive for 'Family'
Last-Minute Disaster Preparation
Aug 26, 2011 - If you're one of the 60 million people in the path of Irene, or know someone who is, here's the last-minute guide to saving your financial life.
The Best Fast Food Joint? Not McDonald’s
Aug 25, 2011 - A recent Consumer Reports fast-food poll ranked Burger King, KFC, McDonald's, and Taco Bell dead last. Here are the best places for a quick bite, whether you're in the mood for burgers, chicken, Mexican, subs, or pizza.
10 Ways to Have Insanely Cheap End-of-Summer Fun
Aug 23, 2011 - Summer's almost over, but you can savor the rest of the season for only a few bucks.
6 More Tips to Save at Restaurant.com
Aug 22, 2011 - We recently told you how to save money with Restaurant.com. But there are so many savings techniques, we couldn't fit them in one story.
Ask Karla: What’s Really in the Products I Buy?
Aug 18, 2011 - We see Nutrition Facts on foods from the grocery store, but do restaurants have to provide nutrition info? Do cosmetics companies have to divulge all of their products' ingredients? Karla answers a reader's questions.
Many Prescription Drugs Are Getting Cheaper Soon
Aug 15, 2011 - Prescription drugs are a huge medical expense for many, but the doctor has good news: Some major brand names are going generic in the next year.
What the Fed’s Actions Mean for Your Credit Card
Aug 15, 2011 - Not all interest rates are created equal. The rates the Fed froze last week won't freeze your credit card interest. In fact, your own interest rates may rise.
How to Embrace ‘Frugal Materialism’
Aug 09, 2011 - Spending money is more fun than saving it. But you can do both and still savor life.
9 Ways to Save on Back-to-School
Aug 08, 2011 - It's the time of year when kids return to school and you return to the mall. Minimize the damage by harnessing these 9 tips to save on back-to-school shopping.
2011 Back-to-School Tax Holidays: When to Save in Your State
Aug 04, 2011 - This year's sales tax exemption season kicks off on Aug. 5. Read on to find out how to save in your state.
How to Read Beauty Product Labels
Jul 28, 2011 - If you've ever bought a personal care product because you thought it was natural, hypoallergenic, or wouldn't cause your toddler to cry in the bath, you've probably wasted your money.
4 Basic Money Rules You Might Be Ignoring
Jul 26, 2011 - Follow these four simple rules and you'll find yourself in greater control of everything from your budget to your weight.
Should You Make Your Own Dog Food?
Jul 26, 2011 - Doggone it, feeding Fido can be a tricky proposition. It costs a lot, and you're never quite sure what you pet is getting. Here's one controversial alternative.
6 Tips to Avoid Moving Scams
Jul 15, 2011 - Moving is a logistical nightmare, but some things can make it much worse: like when the movers demand more money, hold your stuff for ransom, don't show up on time – or at all.
16 Tips to Find the Perfect Swimsuit for Less
Jul 14, 2011 - Two-thirds of women dislike how they look in their swimsuit, according to the Consumer Reports National Research Center. But you don't have to be one of them. Read on to learn how to find the perfect suit and save money while you're at it.
