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Obama’s Student Loan ‘Bill of Rights’ Promising, But Shy on Details
Guest Blogger on March 12, 2015
The president issues a call to federal agencies to help make education attainable and lighten student loan debt burden.
Americans in These States Are Shelling Out the Most for Gas
Krystal Steinmetz on March 12, 2015
It’s going up! Residents in some states are paying nearly a dollar more per gallon than they were a month ago.
Oink Card: Modern-Day Twist on Kids’ Piggy Bank
Krystal Steinmetz on March 11, 2015
Card for kids allows parents to monitor spending while giving youths a cash-free way to buy things.
Scary Email From ‘Bureau of Defaulters?’ Delete It!
Krystal Steinmetz on March 11, 2015
The Federal Trade Commission warns consumers not to be taken in by a phony agency or shaken by their threatening email messages.
Coming Soon: More For Your Money
Karla Bowsher on March 11, 2015
The dollar is getting stronger, and U.S. consumers should soon benefit from the trend.
Fear Causing Young Adults To Risk Retirement
Karla Bowsher on March 11, 2015
Experts worry about a dim financial future for the overwhelming majority of millennials who fear financial markets.
A Crazy Schedule May Put Your Waistline At Risk
Karla Bowsher on March 11, 2015
An irregular routine or too many late nights may lead to chronic health problems.
12 Great Reasons to Drop Your Bank and Join a Credit Union
Marilyn Lewis on March 11, 2015
Credit unions are no longer exclusive clubs. Now, just about anyone can join. They are attracting more members looking for ways to save money on banking and borrowing.
Re-Fi Seems Out of Reach? You May Qualify for Home Affordable Refinance Program
Guest Blogger on March 11, 2015
The program launched during economic recession aimed at helping homeowners refinance is available until the end of 2015.
Hey, Women, Want to Earn What Male Peers Earn? Avoid These Cities
Krystal Steinmetz on March 11, 2015
Across the United States, women earn, on average, just 78 percent of men’s pay. Here are the best and worst cities on the gender-gap income scale.
Who Needs a PC When You Can Shop By Phone or Tablet?
Krystal Steinmetz on March 10, 2015
Almost half of online customers at these major retailers are mobile-only shoppers.
HBO’s ‘Game of Thrones’ (And More) Streaming Soon to an Apple Device Near You
Krystal Steinmetz on March 10, 2015
HBO’s stand-alone streaming service will be available in April, offering consumers one more reason to walking away from cable. But you’ll have to use an Apple device to get in on the launch.
‘Advertainment’: How Brands Sneak Into Your Music
Karla Bowsher on March 10, 2015
A new study shows that artists are prompting their fans to buy more than songs.
Could Your Favorite Soda Give You Cancer?
Karla Bowsher on March 10, 2015
New research about the cancer risk associated with soft drinks will make you think twice about your next soda.
U.S. Card Debt is (Almost) Out of Control
Karla Bowsher on March 10, 2015
The average household now carries a credit card debt of more than $7,000 — a level approaching what one study calls “unsustainable.”
Why are lattes and beer less likely to spill?
Karla Bowsher on March 10, 2015
Scientists say lattes and foamy beer are less likely to make a splash. They also offer tips for making you less likely to spill any beverage.
Winter Storm Damage? How to Get Cleaned Up Without Getting Cleaned Out
Jim Gold on May 20, 2021
Here are 13 ways to dig out and clean up from winter storm damage — and avoid ripoffs.
5 Top Safety Features to Check Before You Buy a Car
Nancy Dunham on April 2, 2020
Check for features designed to limit damage in a crash — and some that can help prevent the crash to begin with.
Yikes! My Tax Refund Was Kidnapped by an Outstanding Student Loan
Guest Blogger on March 10, 2015
How your tax refund can be seized, and how you can prevent it.
What Will Happen if Court Nixes ACA Health Insurance Subsidies? It’s Not Pretty
Krystal Steinmetz on March 9, 2015
If the Supreme Court decides to eliminate health subsidies, damaging ripples will be felt throughout the U.S. economy.
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