Yikes! My Tax Refund Was Kidnapped by an Outstanding Student Loan

on March 10, 2015

How your tax refund can be seized, and how you can prevent it.

Beyond FICO… Guess Who Else is Scoring You

on March 9, 2015

Like a credit score, it’s important, but unlike a credit score, it’s nearly impossible to find out what yours is.

5 Credit Cards Tips for Trips Abroad

on March 5, 2015

When on the road, here’s how to get the adventure without suffering outrageous credit card fees, fraud or theft.

7 Factors That May be Fueling Your Stress

on March 4, 2015

You might be surprised by the way that friends, noise, booze and technology can affect you.

Hello, Cyborg! A Chip Implanted in Your Skin Can Replace Passwords and More

on March 3, 2015

One man demonstrates how a tiny digital chip implanted in his hand can be used to store access codes, authentication information and other useful data.

What to Do With College Savings if the Student Decides Against College

on March 2, 2015

All is not lost. Money saved for college can wait until the student is ready or be cashed in — for a price.

Whacky Reasons For Delaying Credit Card Payments

on February 27, 2015

Weird, and expensive, justifications that don’t really hold up under the light of financial logic.

Have an FHA Home Loan? Streamline Refinancing Is Worth Exploring

on June 5, 2015

Low interest rates and a recent reduction in mortgage insurance premiums may mean you can save money through a streamline refinance of your FHA mortgage. An expert explains how to figure out if you can benefit.

Are There Gremlins in That PayPal Email?

on February 25, 2015

Pause before entering your credentials! Cybercriminals have made it almost impossible for a casual observer to distinguish phishing emails from the real PayPal messages.

Best and Worst Things to Buy in March

on February 24, 2015

Catch up on chocolate but hold off on fancy lingerie — and more tips for the coming month.

‘Nips and Tucks’ to Get Your Tablet Computer Running Like New

on February 23, 2015

Over time, these devices get weighed down with apps, history and digital gunk on the hard drive. Here are tricks to lighten the load and make yours speedy again.

U.S. Cities Where Transportation is Being Transformed (and Cars Are Growing Unfashionable)

on February 19, 2015

In some cities, the incentive to own a car—and cover its costs—is plummeting as other alternatives emerge.

How a Destination Wedding (Sun, Sand, Tropical Drinks) Can Be a Good Deal

on February 18, 2015

A bride-to-be explains how her plan to get married in the Caribbean instead of at home is saving her and the groom money, while promising fun, intimate gathering.

Can You Get Cheaper Car Insurance? 12 Things to Know About ‘Discounts’

on November 2, 2020

Better deals are out there, but some discounts turn out to be much less than meets the eye.

Presidents’ Day Trumps Valentine’s Day for Bargains; Some Deals To Expect

on April 7, 2020

February’s biggest holiday brings a variety of deals, but bargain hunters will see the best savings on winter apparel, with discounts of up to 85 percent.

Travel Rewards and Bank Bonuses Are Freebies, Right IRS?

on February 12, 2015

From the tax man’s point of view, some of these perks are considered taxable income, and some are hovering in a practical gray area, for now.

A Bold Bid For Your Business: Credit Card Reward$ Via ATM

on February 11, 2015

Participating Wells Fargo Rewards Program cardholders can withdraw $20 in rewards at a time.

Save Time and Money With These Grocery Shopping Apps

on April 7, 2020

Tech that helps figure out what’s in season, what’s on sale, and what’s a deal.

IRS Playing Catch-Up With Tax Time Identity Thieves

on June 5, 2015

Scammers are outflanking authorities investigating tax-time cases as complaints soar.

Are You Covered For These 10 Winter Driving Hazards?

on November 2, 2020

Before the next storm hits, learn how your car insurance coverage applies to the season’s common dilemmas.

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