Category: Live

The 8 Most Fattening Restaurant Meals of 2018

Karla Bowsher on November 22, 2018

Many of these dishes contain more calories — not to mention saturated fat or sodium — than you should consume in an entire day.

Social Security Q&A: Will My Benefits Be Taxed?

Jeff Miller on November 22, 2018

Concerned about having your Social Security taxed? If not, maybe you should be.

7 Reasons to Choose Job Satisfaction Over Money

Emmet Pierce on November 19, 2018

A fulfilling career rewards you in ways that money cannot. Here’s what you need to know before taking any job or promotion.

7 Critical Things to Consider Before You Retire Abroad

Emmet Pierce on November 19, 2018

It’s tempting to head for warmer and cheaper countries in retirement, but make sure you know these things about your destination and yourself first.

The Very Best and Worst States for Women, Ranked

Gael F. Cooper on November 16, 2018

The gender gap is still real for American women, but they fare far better in some states than others — for health, safety, longevity, equal pay and upward mobility and more.

Social Security Q&A: How to Find Social Security Advice You Can Trust

Russell Settle on November 15, 2018

Social Security representatives are sometimes poorly trained, offering incorrect information that can cost you thousands. Here’s what you need to know.

Secrets to Successfully Sharing a Home With Senior Parents

Emmet Pierce on November 14, 2018

Multigenerational living can be a great solution for families who hope to help aging parents with expenses and health issues. Here’s how to prepare for the challenges it can pose.

6 Foods and Drinks That Can Lengthen Your Life

Melissa Neiman on November 11, 2018

Here’s how to eat your way to better health — including lowering your risk of potentially fatal health conditions such as heart disease, cancer and diabetes.

10 of the Hottest Home Upgrades — and What They Really Cost

Alex Valdes on November 9, 2018

We tend to enter remodeling projects a little (or a lot) too optimistic about cost. Avoid an expensive surprise with this dose of reality.

10 Sure Ways to Spot When Someone Is Lying

Kari Huus on November 9, 2018

Fear you are being deceived? Apply these handy lie-detecting tips to uncover the truth.

10 Small Changes That Can Transform Your Life

Donna Freedman on November 8, 2018

Taking these simple steps can revolutionize your health, home, finances and relationships.

How Much You Need to Earn to Own a Home in 50 Top Cities

Gael F. Cooper on November 7, 2018

How much you have to earn to afford to buy and maintain a home varies widely from city to city — depending not only on home prices, but also on taxes, insurance and other costs.

7 DIY Tricks That Will Make Your Car Smell Delightful

Melissa Neiman on November 3, 2018

These tips will leave your ride smelling swell without breaking the bank. Some are also chemical-free.

7 Awesome Last-Minute Halloween Hacks

Nancy Dunham on October 29, 2018

Foolproof games, treats and decorations that are easy to throw together just in time for your celebration.

Social Security Q&A: I’m Losing Social Security Because I’m Working

Jeff Miller on October 25, 2018

It doesn’t seem fair: You take Social Security, then it gets reduced because you choose to keep working. But learn the rules, and it’s not as bad as you think.

7 Foolproof Tricks to Tame Your Paperwork

Donna Freedman on October 23, 2018

Swimming in a sea of paper? Use these tips to create a simple, sane storage system.

28 Ways Baby Oil Saves You Money

Donna Freedman on October 21, 2018

Here’s why this emollient for infants belongs in the home of every financially shrewd adult.

8 Handy Household Uses for Coffee

Karla Bowsher on October 20, 2018

Coffee is good for much more than a morning caffeine jolt. Here’s how to enlist coffee beans, leftover grounds and even plants in an array of helpful household hacks.

15 Things You Once Could Buy for Under $1

Emmet Pierce on October 19, 2018

Nostalgia is fun, whether you remember the fabulous ’50s or just wish you did. Care to guess how many full-sized candy bars you’d get for $1 back then?