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Jim Gold

Is Obamacare a Disincentive to Earn More?

on May 20, 2015

The 14 million Americans getting cheap health insurance through Obamacare’s government subsidies may lose their will to work, some say.

8 Cost-Cutting Lessons from California’s Drought Crisis

on May 12, 2015

No matter where you live, the California drought affects you, and it also provides some practical tips on saving water — and money.

Write a Scathing Review? You Could be Sued for That

on May 7, 2015

But a bill introduced in Congress aims to stop companies from retaliating against customers who lambaste them online.

Panera Bread Puts Artificial Ingredients on ‘No No List’

on May 6, 2015

Panera Bread latest to join food companies dropping artificial ingredients to meet customer demands for healthier foods.

Know How Much You Spend in a Day? See How You Compare to Fellow Americans

on May 6, 2015

Most of us are loosening the pursestrings again, according to a recent survey. See how you measure up against the typical American in your daily spending habits.

Depressed? Consider Putting Away Your Credit Cards

on May 4, 2015

New research looks at the way different types of debt affect people’s outlook.

How You Can Attend Your Own Funeral

on May 1, 2015

Here’s how to speak your mind from beyond the grave — and other ways that holographic technology is moving from the purview of science fiction into everyday life (and death).

Top 10 States for Job Hunters Seeking to Work Remotely

on April 29, 2015

Turns out the desire to work from home lines up pretty well with the opportunities to do so. Seven states are best if you want to telecommute.

How to Get a Grip on Your Retirement Savings and Security

on May 7, 2020

Intending one thing and doing another is human, but the stakes are too high to do this when it comes to retirement savings. Here are tips to get on track.

Earth Day: A Dozen Ways Going Green Will Save You Some Green

on June 4, 2015

For Earth Day, 12 ways to make living green pay by saving money.

Digital Divide Traps 5 Million Families in ‘Homework Gap’

on April 21, 2015

Seven in 10 teachers make assignments that require Internet access, but many lower income students don’t have a Wi-Fi connection at home, Pew Research shows.

Financial Worries That Keep Americans Awake at Night

on April 21, 2015

A new Gallup poll shows the overall anxiety level down from the height of the economic crisis but not back to prerecession numbers. Here are the details.

How to Snag a Summer Job, and Why (It’s More than Money)

on April 15, 2015

Seven tips for landing a summer job, which can provide cash in the short run and important advantages over the long haul.

15 Tax Day Freebies and Deals to Save You Money

on April 13, 2015

With income tax filing deadline upon us (Wednesday, April 15) we’re itemizing top Tax Day freebies and other money-saving deals to provide a little relief from the stress of the annual ritual.

Never Been to Europe? Go Now, and See More for Less

on April 9, 2015

Traveling to Europe just got cheaper for Americans thanks to a strong dollar and a weakened euro. Here are the most affordable destinations and tips for getting a cheap ticket to cross the pond.

The Time to Refinance Your House is Right Now

on December 1, 2016

With the housing market recovering and mortgage interest rates still in the basement but creeping up, you may be able to save thousands in interest payments by refinancing your home loan.

How to Make Money Writing and Publishing Books

on June 5, 2015

You can make money writing books and self-publishing your work, but you need to be prepared to market yourself. Here’s how it works.

Your BPA-Free Water Bottle May Be Toxic, Too

on March 23, 2015

Scientific studies call into question the safety of chemicals commonly used in BPA-free water bottles. The replacement may be just as bad.

Stop Listening to Your Inner Gambler (We All Have One)

on March 18, 2015

Researchers explain why we tend to overlook the laws of probability, leading to errors in judgment in our finances and the high-stakes game of life itself.

Earn More on Your Savings Through Peer-to-Peer Lending

on July 11, 2016

With interest rates on savings accounts near zero, you may be looking for better-paying investments. One option: become a banker of sorts yourself.

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