Krystal Steinmetz

A former television and radio reporter, I stay at home with my two young children, run a small craft business and freelance for Money Talks News. I have a BA in journalism from the University of Montana. Montana born and raised, I spent my childhood in the mountains, and now live in the rural plains of northern Montana. You can usually find me reading, working on home improvement projects, creating new chic crafts and chasing after my energetic kiddos.

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10 Places You Can Make Big Bucks Selling Your Home in 2017

on May 1, 2017

Selling your home today is more profitable than it’s been in nearly a decade. We have tips on how you can boost your return.

Will Robots Steal Half of All Jobs in 10 Years?
Will Robots Steal Half of All Jobs in 10 Years?

on April 30, 2017

A top Chinese technologist predicts that automation will likely replace up to 50 percent of all jobs in the next decade. Is your job safe from robots?

Starbucks Promises a New Fun Drink to Top the Unicorn Frappuccino
Starbucks Promises a New Fun Drink to Top the Unicorn Frappuccino

on April 28, 2017

The coffee chain urges fans of its pink-and-blue frappuccino to “stay tuned” for more funky new drink offerings.

This Health-Related Job Pays 6 Figures and Doesn’t Require a 4-Year Degree
This Health-Related Job Pays 6 Figures and Doesn’t Require a 4-Year Degree

on April 25, 2017

Here are several jobs that offer great pay in good working conditions.

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Costly Car Insurance? Your Credit Score Might Be to Blame

on April 24, 2017

Your car insurance costs can rise for some unexpected reasons. Find out how to trim your bill in 2017.

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How Trump’s Policies Could Cause Your Grocery Bill to Jump

on April 24, 2017

Regardless of what happens to food prices, we have tips that can help you save.

37 Percent of Americans Say Trump Influences Their Money Decisions
37 Percent of Americans Say Trump Influences Their Money Decisions

on April 21, 2017

The new U.S. president is having a big influence on how and where we spend hard-earned cash.

4 Money Woes That Have Americans Tossing and Turning At Night
4 Money Woes That Have Americans Tossing and Turning At Night

on April 20, 2017

America’s “financial insomnia” is nearing levels we last experienced during the Great Recession. Learn tips for quieting your money worries.

Millennials, Are You Making This Six-Figure Mistake?
Millennials, Are You Making This Six-Figure Mistake?

on April 20, 2017

Financial experts say America’s young adults are leaving “gaping holes” in their financial safety nets. Here’s why they should buy life insurance now.

You Won’t Pay for This Schooling Before Landing a Good-Paying Job
You Won’t Pay for This Schooling Before Landing a Good-Paying Job

on April 19, 2017

Imagine getting an education and a good-paying job without drowning in four years’ worth of student loan debt. That’s the goal at MissionU.

The 10 Best Green Jobs in America
The 10 Best Green Jobs in America

on April 19, 2017

In honor of Earth Day, here are 10 positions in which you get paid some green to focus on the environment.

10 States Fight to Protect Consumers’ Internet Privacy
10 States Fight to Protect Consumers’ Internet Privacy

on April 18, 2017

Lawmakers in your state might be working to ensure your internet data — including browser history and personal information — stays private.

Stretching to Buy a Home Might Be a Mistake
Stretching to Buy a Home Might Be a Mistake

on April 18, 2017

Fail to rein in your dreams, and you might end up with a purchase that leaves you house-poor. Here are some tips to trim your costs.

Want to Retire Abroad? Here’s How to Do It
Want to Retire Abroad? Here’s How to Do It

on April 18, 2017

You can make your dream of living in an exotic foreign land a reality, but only if you take steps right now.

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It’s Official: Using Facebook Makes You Sad

on April 16, 2017

Although it might seem harmless, killing time on Facebook can put your happiness and sense of well-being at risk.

Your Life Is at Risk When Crossing a Road in These 2 States
Your Life Is at Risk When Crossing a Road in These 2 States

on April 14, 2017

The number of pedestrians killed on U.S. roadways rose by a record amount during the first half of 2016. What’s causing the problem?

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FCC Backs Away From Approving Phone Calls at 30,000 Feet

on April 12, 2017

The chairman of the Federal Communications Commission wants to continue a ban on in-flight phone calls.

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7 Airlines Most Likely to Offer Rewards for Bumping You From Flights

on April 12, 2017

These airlines are most likely to provide passengers compensation due to overbooked flights.

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Need a Car Loan? It Might Be Getting More Difficult

on April 11, 2017

Lenders are tightening the purse strings, but we’ve got the tips that can help you get a great car loan.

10 States With Free or Cheap College Tuition
10 States With Free or Cheap College Tuition

on April 11, 2017

New York is making a splash by offering free tuition to its students. Find out where else you can go to school without spending a fortune.

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