30+ years of personal finance
  Celebrating 30+ years of Emmy Award winning personal finance news and advice
Costco Wholesale building sign13 Retailers That Want to Buy Your Clutter (Including Costco)
Older woman smiling at the dentistNearly Half of Seniors Lack Dental Coverage — Here Are 10 Ways to Keep Your Savings and Smile Intact
man on his laptop, smilingHere’s Where America’s Seniors Can Go to College for Free (or Cheap) in Every State

Krystal Steinmetz

Petco No Longer Sells Chinese-Made Pet Treats

on January 7, 2015

The pet retailer pulled the dog and cat treats amid concerns that the snacks could be linked to pet illnesses and more than 1,000 dog deaths.

Sledding Is No Longer a Cheap Winter Activity in Some Cities

on January 7, 2015

Concerns about lawsuits and liability drive cities across the country to ban sledding on city property.

The Safest (and Most Dangerous) States in the US

on January 7, 2015

The violent crime rate has dropped across the country, but there’s still a troubling divide between the country’s safest and most dangerous states. Where does your state rate?

Wishing You Could Unsend a Text? You Can

on January 7, 2015

A new messaging app called Strings gives you more control of your personal conversations, including the ability to delete a text after it’s been sent and read.

‘Tis the Season for Divorce

on January 7, 2015

The number of people filing for divorce surges by a third more than average in January.

Conniving Americans Trick Retailers Out of $3.8B in Fraudulent Holiday Returns

on January 6, 2015

Return fraud costs U.S. retailers billions each year. How are scammers getting away with it?

America’s Brainiest Cities

on January 5, 2015

Boulder, Colo., is the most educated city in the U.S., according to 24/7 Wall St. What cities make up the remainder of America’s top 10 smartest cities’ list? And what cities have the dubious distinction of landing on the list of the least educated cities?

Have You Paid With Plastic at Chick-fil-A? Your Info Could Be Compromised

on January 6, 2015

The popular chicken chain has admitted to a “potential data breach” at some of its restaurants.

A New Study Suggests That Fast Food Hinders Kids’ Learning

on January 29, 2015

A new study indicates that eating fast food on a regular basis does more than increase the number on the scale. It may be stunting children’s academic growth.

Shake Shack: A Tastier Burger and Better-Than-Average Fast-Food Pay

on January 2, 2015

The popular New York-based burger chain has pledged to pay its workers more than the industry standard.

2 Services That Protect Grandma From Money-Stealing Scams

on January 2, 2015

There are services available to help stop elder fraud in its tracks. Could they help you or someone you know?

Which College Offers the Best Value? The Answer May Surprise You

on December 30, 2014

Kiplinger Personal Finance ranked the best values in public and private colleges across the country.

Got the Sniffles? Skip the Zinc and Vitamin C

on December 30, 2014

Consumer Reports said taking zinc and vitamin C when you have a cold may actually make things worse. We’ll tell you why.

Want to Look Dumb? Use These Words Incorrectly

on December 30, 2014

Making these all-too-common mistakes could get your resume tossed in the trash. Luckily, they’re easy to avoid.

Get Your Flu Shot, Even Though It’s Less Effective This Year

on December 26, 2014

Although this year’s influenza vaccine is not a great match for all the strains of influenza that are common right now, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention still recommend getting one.

Your Second Fridge Is Wasting a Chilling Amount of Money and Electricity

on December 26, 2014

A lot more people have a second refrigerator these days, at a big cost to owners’ wallets and the environment.

Cheerios Adds ‘Ancient Grains’ to its Cereal Mix

on December 26, 2014

General Mills is adding quinoa, Kamut wheat and spelt to a new Cheerios variety in an effort to boost slumping cereal sales. Would you try it?

You May Want to Think Twice Before Following Dr. Oz’s Advice

on December 23, 2014

A new study indicates that Dr. Oz often gives advice that is not backed by scientific evidence.

For Most People, Gluten-Free Is Probably Not a Healthier Choice

on December 23, 2014

Many American have jumped on the gluten-free bandwagon, but is this really a good health choice or just another fad diet?

Could You Be Driving on Counterfeit Tires?

on December 23, 2014

Consumer Reports warns that counterfeit Chinese tires have been sold in the U.S. using the Pegasus Advanta brand.

1,461 - 1,480 of 2,127