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Monday’s Money Deals: Kitchenware, TVs, and Free Ice Cream
B.T. Ballenger on June 24, 2011
Looking to save on a new office chair, exercise equipment, dishes or home decor? Check out this week’s top deals on all of the above and more…including free ice cream!
Money in a Minute: Headlines for April 11, 2011
Michael Koretzky on April 11, 2011
In today’s news: The government avoid a shutdown, China is running a trade deficit, governors are unpopular when they cut spending, BP is back, and more retirees are living together.
Can’t Pay Your Taxes? File Anyway
B.T. Ballenger on April 11, 2011
The tax deadline this year is April 18. But if you find that you owe and can’t pay, don’t bury your head in the sand by not filing. File your return on time, then check out these options for dealing with the debt.
Take Five: A Roundup of Reads From Around the Web
Stacy Johnson CPA on April 10, 2011
A look at five interesting personal finance posts from other bloggers around the web. This week: Costco will knock $600,000 off a diamond ring, green ideas for Easter celebrations, how to drive a food truck, an inspirational story about debt, and how to avoid “frugal fatigue.”
Money in a Minute: Headlines for April 8, 2011
Michael Koretzky on April 8, 2011
In today’s news: An aftershock in Japan is felt in U.S. markets, a looming government shutdown won’t save money, Americans aren’t dropping their shopping, unemployment fell yet again, and the FCC wants you to roam on your phone.
Ask Stacy: How Can My Car Insurance Go up Like This?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
Linda’s insurance company raised her car premiums by $55/month just for being divorced rather than married. Isn’t that discrimination?
The 5 Golden Rules of Saving on Insurance
Stacy Johnson CPA on April 10, 2011
Most people spend more time and effort shopping for groceries than insurance. And that’s a shame, since you probably spend more insuring your family than feeding it. Here’s what you need to understand, organize, and save on insurance.
Money in a Minute: Headlines for April 7, 2011
Michael Koretzky on April 7, 2011
In today’s news: The government may not be able to pay employees, the unemployment rate is down, the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau needs protection from Republicans, solar energy heats up, and Toyota hybrids get help from Microsoft.
Extended Warranties: Worth the Cost?
Karla Bowsher on April 7, 2011
Are you considering buying a new car? What about an LCD TV, mp3 player, or laptop? If so, be sure to read this before you let the cashier talk you into buying that extended warranty too.
Money in a Minute: Headlines for April 6, 2011
Michael Koretzky on April 6, 2011
In today’s news: The federal government approaches the 11th hour of budget negotiations, Republicans want to cut even deeper, U.S. factories get work from Japan, baby boomers fret about retirement, and the Fed might hike interest rates.
3 Tuition-Saving Tips – Plus a New Tool From Congress
Karla Bowsher on April 6, 2011
As the recession lingers, more high schoolers are considering the economy when looking at colleges. Find out how a new congressionally mandated calculator may help them – and how you can save on tuition.
Follow These 3 Steps to Save Thousands on Your Next Mortgage
B.T. Ballenger on June 5, 2015
There’s no shopping trip you’ll ever undertake more important than mortgage shopping. Getting the best deal could mean $50,000 or more in your pocket: Here’s how to do it right.
Money in a Minute: Headlines for April 5, 2011
Michael Koretzky on April 5, 2011
In today’s news: The federal government is reaching a debt limit, McDonald’s will go on a one-day hiring spree, oil prices reach yet another new high, bankruptcies reach a new low, and Citibank makes a change that helps customers, for a change.
3 Tips to Deal With Higher Gas Prices (Yes, They’re Going to Get Worse)
Karla Bowsher on December 19, 2011
Gas is expected to get as high as $4/gallon this summer, but consumers’ options for saving money at the pump are as varied as their reactions to the price hike.
How Much Does It Cost to Be Fat?
Guest Blogger on November 7, 2012
A new study shows that overweight and obese individuals spend an extra $2,600-$4,800 per year than their skinnier peers. Read on for a breakdown of what your wallet loses when your waistline gains.
Which is Better: Renting or Buying a Home?
Stacy Johnson CPA on April 4, 2011
There are calculators around the web that are supposed to help you decide whether to rent or buy. There’s only one problem – they probably won’t help much.
Money in a Minute: Headlines for April 4, 2011
Michael Koretzky on April 4, 2011
In today’s news: CEOs are making more, employees are not, small car sales are up, so are service jobs, and a new computer virus is spreading fast.
Monday’s Money Deals: Makeup, Outdoors Gear, and Free Waffles
B.T. Ballenger on June 24, 2011
This week’s deals include camping gear, cheap pens, pearl necklaces, and car audio equipment. No foolin’.
Money in a Minute: Headlines for April 1, 2011
Michael Koretzky on April 1, 2011
In today’s news: The Dow Jones does its best of the millennium, there’s a double shot of good economic news, not-so-good news in home sales, meat is costing more, and healthcare costs for seniors may be dropping soon.
Money Talks’ Stacy Johnson Selected to Head Government Investigation of Suze Orman
Stacy Johnson CPA on April 1, 2011
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is beginning an investigation into TV “gurus” who rake in big bucks in exchange for questionable advice.
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