Krystal Steinmetz
In Battle With Rivals, Target Boosts Its Minimum Wage, Again
Krystal Steinmetz on April 18, 2016
The big-box retailer will pay entry-level workers a dollar more an hour starting in May in a bid to compete for workers.
Warning: This Bed Is Hazardous to Your Health
Krystal Steinmetz on April 18, 2016
Using an indoor tanning bed may give you a sun-kissed glow, but the risk to your health is real. Take it from a former beauty pageant winner.
Where the Cost of Child Care Outstrips College Tuition
Krystal Steinmetz on April 18, 2016
High-quality day care is out of reach for many families across the country, but the cost varies a lot from state to state, a study shows. Find out where your state ranks.
Think You’re Paying a Lot of Taxes? Here’s How the US Compares With Other Rich Countries
Krystal Steinmetz on April 17, 2016
Americans may be comforted to know that they pay less, on average, than people in most developed countries. Of course, they may get less, too.
Free Entrance to All National Parks This Week
Krystal Steinmetz on April 17, 2016
Enjoy the great outdoors for free. The National Park Service is waiving entrance fees at national parks across the United States this week.
Get a ‘Ramen Burger’ for as Little as 22 Cents
Krystal Steinmetz on April 17, 2016
Talk about the ultimate comfort food … Check out this Red Robin deal that allows you to feast on a ramen burger at a deep discount.
40,000 Verizon Workers on Strike: What it Means for Customers
Krystal Steinmetz on April 15, 2016
The communication giant’s efforts to prepare for this standoff may not be enough to keep the system operating smoothly.
Moms Turn to Crowdfunding to Pay for Maternity Leave
Krystal Steinmetz on April 15, 2016
Among industrialized countries, the United States has some of the weakest policies for supporting new parents. One of the results has been American parents-to-be reaching out on the internet for funding.
Demand for Foreign Skilled-Worker Visas Soars Past Availability
Krystal Steinmetz on April 14, 2016
In just five days, companies requested 236,000 special H-1B visas for non-U.S. workers — far more than the 85,000 the government has allotted. Here’s why the issue is controversial.
American Apparel Lays Off Hundreds and Eyes Outsourcing
Krystal Steinmetz on April 14, 2016
The former head of the struggling clothing chain says the company is now “doing exactly what American Apparel always fought against.”
Score a Free Cup of Coffee (Any Size) at Wawa
Krystal Steinmetz on April 14, 2016
Calling all coffee lovers: Wawa wants you to celebrate #WawaDay with a free cuppa joe — all day Thursday, April 14.
Get a Checking Account That Earns 20 Times More Than Conventional Savings
Krystal Steinmetz on April 13, 2016
Is your money just sitting in the bank? You could be making hundreds of dollars of interest off it with a high-yield checking account.
Buy Babies and Kids Clothes for 1 Cent at JCPenney
Krystal Steinmetz on April 13, 2016
The bargains don’t stop there. The struggling department store chain is betting that offering an array of products for a penny will generate sales volume and help it survive.
Need Extra Cash? This App Helps You Rent Out Your Yard (and Hot Tub)
Krystal Steinmetz on April 13, 2016
Much like Airbnb allows you to rent out your house, Nookzy allows you to rent out your private outdoor space by the hour.
When Is Tax Day This Year? That Depends
Krystal Steinmetz on January 31, 2018
Tax Day falls on a legal holiday this year, so procrastinators have a few extra days to file. Plus, find out which two states’ residents get an even longer extension.
Get Free or Cheap Sandwiches on This Little-Known National Holiday
Krystal Steinmetz on April 11, 2016
Tuesday, April 12, is National Grilled Cheese Day — a perfect time to score a freebie or make the ultimate comfort food at home.
College Grads Buried in Student Loan Debt, but Unwilling to Give Up Luxuries
Krystal Steinmetz on July 11, 2016
A new survey reveals that many grads don’t know their total student loan balance and more than a third don’t know what they pay in interest.
Hey, Ice Cream Lovers: Nosh on A Free Ben & Jerry’s Cone (or Two)
Krystal Steinmetz on April 10, 2016
Not only can you get one cone free, but you can stand in line for a second and a third … They’re not counting!
Netflix Rate Set to Increase for Many Subscribers
Krystal Steinmetz on April 10, 2016
If you’ve had Netflix for more than two years, chances are good that this rate increase will affect you. Here’s how to find out.
Why 90 Percent of American Workers Are So Stressed Out
Krystal Steinmetz on April 10, 2016
A survey on workplace wellness indicates that the overwhelming majority of us are so anxious about our finances it interferes with our performance.
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