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  1. Yes, Apple MacBook Pros are on sale. Plus deals from Outback, Best Buy, Macy's, H&M, and more.
  2. Think you know the best time to buy a ticket? Think again.
  3. Would you get a tattoo on your forehead, sell your last name, or advertise a Facebook page on your house for extra cash? These people would.
  4. Including game day coupons and deals from Buca di Beppo, California Pizza Kitchen, Carrabba's, Champps, Fazoli's, and more.
  5. A look at five interesting personal finance posts from other bloggers around the Web. This week: investing in yourself, the future of Medicaid, when to buy in bulk, credit vs. the Super Bowl, and choosing an investment manager.
  6. Looking for some extra cash? Renting out your house for a night or two while you're out of town can help offset your vacation costs and bring in some extra bucks. Here's how to pull it off.
  7. A reader is trying to figure out how best to use a balance transfer. I can help.
  8. For some, “keeping up with the Joneses” becomes an overwhelming obsession that can lead to financial ruin. Are you vulnerable?
  9. There may be 50 ways to leave your lover, but there are at least five ways to lose your car insurance.
  10. Including Valentine's Day cards, Swarovski crystal jewelry, pet beds, paperbacks, and more.
  11. It's a good time to buy high-end winter coats, bedding, and furniture, but you'll want to hold off on the iPad mini and phones.
  12. This reader is now paying nearly $900 monthly for health insurance and she can't afford it. Here are five options.
  13. Can minor dietary changes really fight infection? Experts says these particular foods and drinks will.
  14. Capital One offers a card with miles that can be used on any airline. But is that a deal worth taking?
  15. These red flags could signal that you're overspending. Find out what to watch out for and how to get your spending under control.
  16. Whether you're planning a small gathering or a large party to watch the Super Bowl, we've got tips to cut down on the expense without sacrificing any fun.
  17. Including Samsung, Burt's Bees, Candles, Baskin-Robbins, and more.
  18. Are you a savvy shopper looking to score a deal on a gift for someone special? We'll show you how.
  19. Ever stared into the refrigerator wondering what to make for dinner? You need a meal planning site: Here are the best.
  20. Including Baskin-Robbins, California Pizza Kitchen, Champps, Einstein Bagels, LongHorn Steakhouse, Macaroni Grill, and more.
  21. A look at five interesting personal finance posts from other bloggers around the Web. This week: becoming financially aware, money lies, the impact of bad credit, types of property ownership, and “no spend” days.
  22. Tradition says flowers and candy are the right gift for your Valentine. But according to this recent survey, tradition has it all wrong.

Money in a Minute

  1. Study: Dishwashers Don’t Kill Stomach Flu Virus

    New research says better cleaning products are needed for handling norovirus.
  2. iPhones Get Google Maps App

    Been postponing the iOS6 update because of messed up maps? Good news.
  3. Mercedes Recall for Fire Risk

    A potential fuel leak could cause 5,800 2011 and 2012 models to catch fire.
  4. Help Avoiding Bad Investments

    Worried about scammers and bad brokers? The Better Business Bureau wants to help.
  5. Loud Commercials Will Stop

    The government will begin enforcing a law blocking excessively loud TV ads today.
  6. This Year’s Best-Paid Female Musicians

    Guess who tops the list? Hint: It's not Taylor Swift, Rihanna, or Lady Gaga.
  7. What People Searched for in 2012

    Curious about the most popular web searches of the year? Here are Google's.
  8. How to Stop Getting Distracted at Work

    Learn what companies are doing to help us be more productive.
  9. 10 Cars That Will Hold Their Value

    Here's a round-up of 2013 models that will likely resell well even three to five years later.
  10. Best Meteor Shower of 2012 – and 2013

    Here's how to get an amazing view of the 2012 Geminid meteor shower.
  11. HSBC Pays U.S. Government $1.9 Billion

    The Department of Justice and U.S. Treasury say the British bank allowed drug cartels to launder major money. HSBC says: Here, we'll make a record settlement.
  12. How Much Does Hobbit Real Estate Cost?

    Ever wondered about home prices in fictional Hobbiton? Well, somebody did. Here's what it costs to live in The Shire.
  13. Pay Per Mile Car Insurance

    Some drivers with low annual mileage may benefit from a new kind of insurance plan.
  14. Why the Elderly Get Scammed

    Here's one explanation for why rip-offs may target older generations.
  15. Is Selling Used Books Illegal?

    It may be, depending on what the Supreme Court decides next year.
  16. How Google Dodges Billions in Taxes

    How did the search giant dodge $2 billion in taxes for 2011?
  17. Science Explains What Gifts People Want

    Spending more doesn't necessarily mean more appreciation for the gift, research says. Guess what else doesn't matter?
  18. 2012′s Best Cruise Ships

    See who made Cruise Critic's list.
  19. Best Buy Sued for Stealing Trade Secrets

    The company will pay millions for using another business' buyback program model.
  20. Pizza Hut Has Perfume?

    The chain made a limited edition scent and gave it out to Facebook fans.
  21. Netflix CEO Investigated for Facebook Post

    Can businesses get in trouble with the government for sharing good news on social media? Maybe.
  22. Another Jackpot Winner Claims Prize

    The Arizona Powerball winner claimed $192 million without revealing his or her identity.
  23. Energy-Efficient Cable Boxes Coming

    The cable industry is aiming to save consumers $1.5 billion a year.
  24. Unemployment at 4-Year Low

    The unemployment rate is 7.7 percent, although it excludes people who gave up looking for work.
  25. Nurse Victim of Kate Middleton Hoax Call Dies

    A woman who was tricked into revealing medical information about Kate Middleton's pregnancy is suspected of committing suicide.
  26. Apple To Add More American Jobs?

    In a new interview, CEO Tim Cook said next year they will "bring some production to the U.S."
  27. Banks Get Highest Earnings Since the Recession

    A quarterly report shows banks are making the most they have in the past six years.
  28. Avoiding Pound-Foolish Travel

    Saving a few bucks isn't always worth it.
  29. Gay People Make More Money

    They are also smarter spenders than the average American, a study shows.
  30. Divorced Couples Stay in Business

    Would you run a company with your ex? It turns out many do.
  31. From Cremated Pet to Diamond Jewelry

    Would you immortalize a lost pet in a man-made gem? Here's how much it costs.
  32. Study: Soda Raises Prostate Cancer Risk

    Men who drink a sugary drink per day had markedly higher risk. Certain foods also raised the odds, according to years of research.
  33. How to Build a Life-Sized Gingerbread House

    For starters, you'll need: 4,803 cups of butter and brown sugar, 14,409 tablespoons of ginger, 19,212 cups of flour...
  34. Historic French Chateau Bulldozed by Mistake

    Here's how an 18th-century manor became rubble.
  35. More Starbucks Are Coming

    Over the next five years, expect to see several new locations nearby. They're adding 1,500 more.
  36. Bank of America Shies Away From New Fees

    It called off a plan for new checking charges until sometime next year.
  37. McDonald’s Expands Dollar Menu

    Soon a buck (plus tax) will be good for two new menu items.
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