Krystal Steinmetz
Will You Benefit From the Walmart vs. Visa Lawsuit?
Krystal Steinmetz on April 1, 2014
Walmart has sued Visa for $5 billion, alleging the credit card company worked with banks to charge excessive card swipe fees.
Millennials Rely on Mom and Dad to Co-Sign Loans
Krystal Steinmetz on March 31, 2014
A new survey shows that two-thirds of millennials have used a co-signer.
Don’t Waste Your Money on These Colleges and Majors
Krystal Steinmetz on March 31, 2014
Sometimes going to college can literally be a waste of both time and money when you consider return on investment.
If You Were a ________, You’d Be ________ .
Krystal Steinmetz on March 31, 2014
Those online quizzes taking over your Facebook feed are providing a wealth of information to marketers.
Apple Wants to Make It Easier to Text While Walking
Krystal Steinmetz on March 28, 2014
The tech giant proposes a transparent screen texting option that would help to protect its mobile users from mishaps while texting and walking.
Being Ignored by a Smartphone User? You’re Not Alone
Krystal Steinmetz on March 28, 2014
A new study finds that smartphones are ruining our relationships.
A Big W for College Athletes as University Employees
Krystal Steinmetz on March 28, 2014
The National Labor Relations Board in Chicago has ruled that Northwestern University’s football players are employees who can unionize.
Need More Time to Apply for Health Insurance? You Got It
Krystal Steinmetz on March 27, 2014
The Obama administration is giving some folks extra time to enroll in Obamacare.
Half of the Uninsured Say They Won’t Sign Up for Obamacare
Krystal Steinmetz on March 27, 2014
A new survey finds that 60 percent of the uninsured are unaware that Monday is the deadline to apply for health insurance and, when told about it, say they don’t plan to sign up.
Proof You Shouldn’t Split the Check When Eating Out
Krystal Steinmetz on March 27, 2014
People tend to eat more lavishly when the bill is split evenly among diners.
Community College Credits May Not Transfer to a 4-Year School
Krystal Steinmetz on March 26, 2014
A new report finds that lost transfer credits can sometimes doom graduation plans for college students.
Infomercial King Is Headed to Prison
Krystal Steinmetz on March 26, 2014
TV pitchman Kevin Trudeau is sentenced to 10 years in prison for criminal contempt.
Your Car Could Be Costing as Much as Your Rent
Krystal Steinmetz on March 26, 2014
A new report reveals the true cost of owning and operating a vehicle in the U.S.
10 Things You Need to Know About Obamacare’s March 31 Deadline
Krystal Steinmetz on March 26, 2014
The deadline for purchasing individual health insurance is quickly approaching, although some will get some extra time to complete their application. Here’s what you need to know.
Microsoft to Windows XP Users: Here’s $100 to Buy a New PC
Krystal Steinmetz on March 25, 2014
The tech giant is ending support for its XP operating system on April 8.
Payday Loans Might Be Even Worse Than You Thought
Krystal Steinmetz on March 25, 2014
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is preparing some new rules to reform the payday loan industry.
A Pandora Price Hike Is Coming
Krystal Steinmetz on March 24, 2014
The online music streaming service is increasing its monthly subscription fee for new customers and dumping its annual subscription option.
J.C. Penney Worker Claims He Was Fired for Exposing ‘Fake’ Sale Prices
Krystal Steinmetz on March 24, 2014
Are you really getting a great deal when a major retailer slashes its prices?
No One Wins Buffett’s $1 Billion March Madness Prize
Krystal Steinmetz on March 24, 2014
All contestants have been eliminated in Warren Buffett’s NCAA perfect bracket challenge.
Biggest Tax Scam Ever Sweeps the US
Krystal Steinmetz on March 21, 2014
More than $1 million has been stolen from victims in a massive IRS phone scam. Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself.
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