Archive for 'Tech'

The Best and Worst Things to Buy in June
May 31, 2012 - Need a grill for summer? Buy it right now. Need tools? Wait a bit.

4 Steps to Clean Up Your Online Presence
May 28, 2012 - Hunting for work? Employers might be hunting for you – and they might not like what they see. Take this advice to clean up your Web history.

7 Cool Apps for Kids That Inspire Savings
May 28, 2012 - You can make your smartphone more than just a distraction for your kids when you're traveling or waiting in line. It can actually be a great financial teaching tool.

Reading Free E-books – Without Buying an E-reader
May 24, 2012 - Don't own an e-reader? Enjoy e-books on your phone, tablet, and computer – for free. Already own an e-reader? Sync your e-book collection so you can also access it on your phone and computer.

4 Tips to Turn Textbooks Into Cash
May 24, 2012 - School’s out - how do you sell all those textbooks for top dollar? Read on for tips from a college student who's sold tons.

Don’t Pay Late! How to Set Up a Bill Reminder
May 17, 2012 - If you're late paying a bill, you'll pay dearly for your tardiness. Here's how to avoid late fees by letting someone else worry about reminding you.

4 Ways to Save When Buying a Mac
May 10, 2012 - Apple fans: New research shows that waiting even a few days for the newest model can save you money. Find out what else can too.

5 Social Media Job-Hunting Tips for New Grads
May 09, 2012 - So you've just graduated from college or will shortly. Now what? Start here...

Windows 8 Won’t Play DVDs – Unless You Pay More
May 08, 2012 - If you own a PC desktop or laptop and want to upgrade to Windows 8, be warned: The Media Player software that comes standard won't play DVDs.

Online Dating: How to Find Love AND a Bargain
May 07, 2012 - Want to try online dating? Before you use your heart, use your head. I recently went online to review three top sites – here's the straight scoop on what you pay and what you get.

5 Ways to Avoid Telemarketers
Apr 25, 2012 - You may never totally eliminate telemarketing calls, but with these simple steps, you can manage them.

Why Old Appliances Are Better Than New
Apr 23, 2012 - They last longer, work just as well, and are cheaper to replace.

The 10 Dumbest Tech Questions Employees Ask
Apr 11, 2012 - With our smartphones and computer tablets, we like to think we're tech-savvy. But according to the chief information officers at some American companies, we have a lot to learn.

Are Expensive HDMI Cables a Rip-off?
Apr 06, 2012 - There are few products that look the same, do the same thing, but range in price from 1 cent to $300. Despite years of expert testimony, some consumers can still be talked into paying more for a cable than a TV.

5 Crazy Ideas That Resulted in Million-Dollar Paydays
Mar 29, 2012 - Warning: You're going to be mad reading these ideas, which any one of us could have dreamed up first.