Krystal Steinmetz
Report: Millennials Relying Heavily on the ‘Bank of Mom and Dad’
Krystal Steinmetz on April 25, 2015
Nearly 40 percent of millennials get financial help from their folks — for everything from cell phone bills to gym memberships.
Pay Someone to Do Your Taxes? New Study May Make You Reconsider
Krystal Steinmetz on April 25, 2015
‘Mystery shoppers’ who used paid tax preparers in two states turned up an appalling error rate.
Go Figure: Starbucks offers $50 Gift Card — for $200
Krystal Steinmetz on April 25, 2015
Seems wacky, but the coffee chain has made similar offers in the past, and customers went for it.
In Reversal, Comcast to Walk Away From Mega-Merger with Time Warner
Krystal Steinmetz on April 23, 2015
Why the $45 billion merger between the two cable and Internet giants hit the skids, and why that is good news for consumers.
The Well Runneth Dry: States Where Water is in Short Supply
Krystal Steinmetz on April 23, 2015
California is in severe drought. But there are eight more U.S. states that are also running out of water.
Why the IRS Hung Up on 8 Million Taxpayers
Krystal Steinmetz on April 23, 2015
How the top U.S. tax official explained the egregious lapses in IRS service during the 2015 filing season.
How ‘Livable’ Is Your City (Or Neighborhood)?
Krystal Steinmetz on April 23, 2015
AARP’s new online tool ranks communities across the nation. Check out how your community measures up.
Truly Inspired: A Pair of Shoes That Grows With a Kid’s Feet
Krystal Steinmetz on April 22, 2015
Could a design geared for children in developing nations help address a vexing problem faced by parents worldwide?
U.S. Consumers Pick Top 50 ‘Green’ Companies
Krystal Steinmetz on April 22, 2015
U.S. consumers are increasingly loyal to brands that they’ve deemed “green.” Check out which 50 companies earn high marks for sustainability from customers.
Dr. Oz to Use His Talk Show to Beat Back Critics
Krystal Steinmetz on April 22, 2015
Dr. Oz plans to use his daytime talk show to address accusations made by a group of doctors that he promotes “quack treatments.” Here’s the scoop.
Where Being a Renter Really, Really Stinks
Krystal Steinmetz on April 21, 2015
A ranking of the U.S. cities where the cost of renting has soared, vacancies have plummeted and property owners are reaping the rewards.
Why Frederick’s of Hollywood is Stripping Down Operations
Krystal Steinmetz on April 21, 2015
The store that once promised women that “marry-a-millionaire” look shuts down its brick-and-mortar stores, bowing to a new aesthetic.
Smoking Is Down Among Teens, but There’s This Other Problem …
Krystal Steinmetz on November 22, 2017
E-cigarette use tripled 2013 to 2014. Here’s what the experts have to say about it.
40 Universities Control Two-Thirds of Higher-Ed Money
Krystal Steinmetz on April 18, 2015
A new Moody’s study found that the higher education wealth gap is widening. Find out which schools have all the money.
The Rich Seem to Have Everything, Even Longer Lives
Krystal Steinmetz on April 18, 2015
The more money you have, the lower your likelihood of disease and early death, a new report says.
How the Gender Gap in Pay Can Translate to Poverty in Retirement
Krystal Steinmetz on April 17, 2015
The gender pay gap, multiplied by years of work, becomes a yawning difference in the golden years. And women tend to live longer, too.
Air Travel Isn’t Fun, and It’s Getting Worse
Krystal Steinmetz on April 17, 2015
The quality of U.S. air travel is worse than ever, according to a new report. But one airline is bucking the trend.
Who Needs Groceries When You Can Eat Out?
Krystal Steinmetz on April 17, 2015
For the first time, Americans spent more money at restaurants and bars than on groceries last month. Here’s who is driving the trend.
And the 2015 Darling of Social Media Platforms Is…
Krystal Steinmetz on April 16, 2015
A look at how trend-setting teens are using their online time shows the field is always changing, but there is at least one enduring favorite.
Your Phone Can Be a Real Pain in the Butt
Krystal Steinmetz on April 15, 2015
A neurologist explains how cellphones can cause sciatica, and other ailments, if users are not careful.
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