Month: September 2012
It’s National Cheeseburger Day
Brandon Ballenger on September 18, 2012
Denny’s wants you to know, and try out their new burger options. There’s a coupon involved.
Middle-aged Men: Get Antioxidants
Brandon Ballenger on September 18, 2012
New medical research suggests the recommended amount of antioxidants can boost sperm quality in older men.
Restaurant Franchises Are Growing
Brandon Ballenger on September 18, 2012
A restaurant industry research group says casual restaurant chains are franchising more stores because it’s cheaper.
Google Now Has More Movies and TV
Brandon Ballenger on September 18, 2012
Following Amazon, Google just announced a deal to expand its rent-or-buy digital library – with Fox.
Ask Stacy: Are We Heading Toward a Fiscal Cliff?
Stacy Johnson CPA on September 18, 2012
Unless Congress acts, $600 billion of spending cuts and tax hikes will take effect in 2013. It could derail the economy and tank the stock market. This reader is worried about what’s going to happen. So am I.
Should You Get a Flu Vaccine?
Karla Bowsher on September 18, 2012
If you aren’t getting a flu vaccine this year, you may be penny wise but pound foolish.
Review: Ink Plus Business Card From Chase
Jason Steele on September 18, 2012
Chase offers its Ink Plus business card with plenty of rewards.
How to Shop for Goal-Oriented Groceries
Donna Freedman on September 18, 2012
Want to make fewer impulsive purchases at the supermarket? The secret is in the shopping list.
Young Adults Aren’t Buying Many Cars
Brandon Ballenger on September 17, 2012
The Internet and walkable urban areas have reduced the need for car ownership. Plus, young people are poor.
Debt as Art
Brandon Ballenger on September 17, 2012
A former banker is happy he got laid off. He switched his lavish lifestyle to a frugal one and now works as an artist.
Consumer Alert: Check Your Mangoes
Brandon Ballenger on September 17, 2012
The federal government says to avoid mangoes from a Mexican producer because they may contain Salmonella.
Students With Food Allergies at Risk
Brandon Ballenger on September 17, 2012
Children with food allergies are at risk of being bullied at school.
Walmart’s Top 20 Toys
Brandon Ballenger on September 17, 2012
Compare and contrast: classic toys under $15 online, or the latest Furby for $55 at Walmart?
The Top 20 Childhood Toys
Brandon Ballenger on September 17, 2012
What did you play with the most as a kid? It’s probably on this list – and still affordable. Check out your favorite toys and the commercials that made them must-haves.
How to Get an iPhone 5 for Free
Guest Blogger on September 17, 2012
But first, we host an iPhone 4S vs. iPhone 5 face-off.
How TV Ads Target Young People
Brandon Ballenger on September 14, 2012
What TV ads do young adults notice? According to new research, men like sarcasm and competition, while women prefer seeing role models and happy situations.
Google Knows What You Did Last Summer
Brandon Ballenger on September 14, 2012
And this summer. They’ve used maps search data to determine the most popular summer activities and destinations in various countries.
Work Stress is a Heart Attack Risk
Brandon Ballenger on September 14, 2012
Medical journal The Lancet recently published a study showing low-level but demanding jobs significantly raise the risk of heart disease.
iPhone 5 Sold Out Already
Brandon Ballenger on September 14, 2012
Apple’s initial inventory sold out in just one hour and they’re pushing back the shipping date. This probably means longer lines in person on release day, too.
6 Ways to Protect Your Work Computer
Brandon Ballenger on September 14, 2012
Last week consumer data that may have been stolen from an FBI laptop was posted online. How do you guard your work computer?
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