Krystal Steinmetz
Reaching for a Sports Drink or Vitamin Water? Read This First
Krystal Steinmetz on September 15, 2015
Health experts suggest you bypass most of those “healthy” drinks on the grocery store shelves. Here’s why.
Applying for College Financial Aid Just Got a Little Easier
Krystal Steinmetz on September 15, 2015
How a newly streamlined process is geared to help students and families get an accurate picture of college costs earlier in the year and make better decisions.
Why U.S. Pumpkin Sales Plummet, Even as Our Taste for Pumpkin Peaks
Krystal Steinmetz on September 15, 2015
Our love for this seasonal flavor has not waned, but Americans tend to choose the fattening versions of what could be a healthy food.
Do Jessica Alba’s ‘Honest’ Products Make Dishonest Claims?
Krystal Steinmetz on September 14, 2015
The Honest Co. founded by the actress has recently been hit with two lawsuits. Find out why consumers are suing the eco-friendly firm.
Your Driver’s License Soon May Not Work as Airport I.D.
Krystal Steinmetz on September 14, 2015
Air travelers from one of four states with licenses that don’t meet the federal standards could be affected as soon as 2016. Here are the details.
AMA Warns Health Insurance Mergers Will Drive Up Patient Costs
Krystal Steinmetz on September 9, 2015
Critics in the medical establishment say the proposed mergers involving four major insurance companies will undermine quality medical care. Here’s why.
Giant Debt Collectors to Cough Up $79 Million in Settlement
Krystal Steinmetz on September 9, 2015
The CFPB says it moved against the companies to halt “illegal and obnoxious debt collection practices.” The companies maintain the government is overreaching.
Amazon to Roll Out $50 Tablet
Krystal Steinmetz on September 9, 2015
It’s inexpensive and little — almost a disposable device — but will consumers take the bait?
President Orders New Benefits for Federal Contract Workers
Krystal Steinmetz on September 9, 2015
The latest executive order mandating paid sick leave for about 300,000 employees has some small businesses grumbling.
Retirees, Take Note: Downsizing Can Be Surprisingly Costly
Krystal Steinmetz on September 9, 2015
Answering four basic questions could help you avoid making the wrong move.
Will Amazon Be Delivering Your Next Order of Kung Pao Chicken?
Krystal Steinmetz on September 9, 2015
The e-commerce giant adds a restaurant delivery service to its offerings, beginning in Seattle, with promises to expand.
Citizens, You’ll Soon Be Able to ‘Yelp’ the Federal Government
Krystal Steinmetz on September 6, 2015
Consumers use online reviews to share praise and cautionary tales about millions of private businesses and services. Is this a good tool for communicating about and with Uncle Sam?
It’s Not Just for Pro Athletes: 1 in 3 U.S. Workers Are Free Agents
Krystal Steinmetz on September 6, 2015
A rough economy may have sparked the surge in part-timers, contractors and freelancers, but most of these workers are positive about the role, survey shows.
FDA Warns of the Dangers of Powdered Caffeine
Krystal Steinmetz on September 6, 2015
There’s a big — potentially deadly — difference between consuming caffeine in coffee and consuming the pure powdered form. The FDA is raising a red flag for producers and consumers.
How Teaching Kids Self-Control Can Pay Off Big in Adulthood
Krystal Steinmetz on September 4, 2015
You can get your kids on track for a solid financial future by leveraging lessons that arise in their day-to-day activities.
Why a Fox News Anchor Is Suing Over a Toy Hamster
Krystal Steinmetz on September 4, 2015
Television’s Harris Faulkner finds it very distressing that a “Littlest Pet Shop” character is also named Harris Faulkner.
New York Bill Could Force Hotel Guests Outside to Smoke
Krystal Steinmetz on September 4, 2015
Proposed legislation would force visitors and tourists who smoke to light up out on the sidewalk with the natives.
Is Your Baby Monitor Vulnerable to Hackers?
Krystal Steinmetz on September 2, 2015
A new study found that several popular baby monitors lack even the most basic security features. Find out how you can use your device — and get the intended peace of mind.
The 10 Highest Paying Jobs You Can Land With a 2–Year Degree
Krystal Steinmetz on September 3, 2015
A new study points to the associate’s degree programs and institutions that provide the most efficient paths to solid salaries.
McDonald’s Is Cooking Up a Treat for Breakfast-for-Dinner Lovers
Krystal Steinmetz on September 3, 2015
Are all-day Egg McMuffins the key to reversing slumping U.S. sales by the fast-food chain? We’ll soon find out.
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