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Get Computer Questions From Your Parents? You’re Going to Love This
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 22, 2010
If you’re heading home for the holidays, you might be asked to help mom, dad or grandma with their computer. Frustrating? Not any more, thanks to these great videos from Google.
Consumer Reports Studies Women’s Underwear
Michael Koretzky on December 22, 2010
What happens when the famed research center studies women’s underwear with the same scientific rigor that it does cars and appliances?
What Women REALLY Think About Shopping – and Showering
Michael Koretzky on December 22, 2010
Sometimes, research surveys can be both amusing and enlightening. Like these two about women’s thoughts about shopping and showering.
FTC: Be Careful When Buying Platinum Jewelry
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 22, 2010
If one of your last minute holiday gifts involves platinum jewelry, be aware that no platinum is 100% pure, and a lot of it may have less platinum in it than you think.
American Airlines Leaves Orbitz Standing at the Gate
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 21, 2010
After a battle lasting weeks, American Airlines just announced that effective immediately, you can no longer book its tickets through popular travel site Orbitz.
3 Tips for Holiday Tipping
Michael Koretzky on November 7, 2012
It’s stressful enough (and expensive enough) just buying holiday gifts. But what about tipping all the people who provide you a service throughout the year? Here’s how to offer great gratuities without going broke.
Net Neutrality Passes – Here’s What It Means
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 7, 2012
The FCC just passed rules that are supposed to insure that all Internet traffic receives the same priority. Some say it represents a victory for consumers over big Internet Service Providers. Others say the new rules don’t go nearly far enough.
Return Policies Hard to Locate This Holiday Season
Michael Koretzky on December 21, 2010
The Internet is convenient for holiday shopping, but it may be less so for returning unwanted gifts. Many big retailers hide their return policies, while some don’t list it at all. Others don’t allow gifts purchased online to be returned to a bricks-and-mortar store, and vice versa.
Is Your Charity Still Charitable? Here’s How to Find Out
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 21, 2010
Credit counseling agencies and charitable organizations gain consumer credibility by being registered as a non-profit. But the IRS can revoke that status. Here’s a list of recent examples.
Coming Soon: Wallets That Stop You From Overspending
Michael Koretzky on December 21, 2010
Researchers at MIT have invented wallets that buzz, bloat. and lock up – all in an attempt to keep you from going broke.
Monday’s Money Deals: Electronics, Candles, and a Free Mug
B.T. Ballenger on June 24, 2011
If there’s anything in your wallet not going toward last-minute gifts, this week is a good time to save on laptops, GPS devices, or a new monitor.
News for Procrastinators – Cheapest Overnight Shipping
B.T. Ballenger on February 19, 2011
Don’t let the price of procrastination send you packing. Compare rates and get those gifts in the mail right now to save.
5 Tips for Buying Jewelry
B.T. Ballenger on February 19, 2011
Buying jewelry can be daunting. But with a little preparation, you can find a real gem: one that brings a smile to her face, at a price that brings one to yours.
Ask Stacy: How Do I Know When an Email Is Safe?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
Remember when you were new to email? It was hard to tell who you should respond to. That’s this week’s question – check it out and see if you know the answers.
Visa and MasterCard – Overcharging by 80 Percent?
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 19, 2011
The Federal Reserve yesterday suggested that the fees merchants have been paying for debit card transactions have been way too high and disproportional to costs.
3 Golden Rules for Selling Your Gold Jewelry and Coins
Michael Koretzky on December 19, 2011
If you own gold jewelry or coins and want to sell, be careful: Scams abound. Here’s how to make sure you don’t get tarnished in a gold transaction.
A Man’s Guide to Buying Diamonds in 5 Simple Steps
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 17, 2010
There are as many facets to the diamond-buying decision. But you can make the process less stressful by learning a little before you venture out. Here’s everything you need to know, told by someone who’s been there.
Holiday Shipping Deadlines Looming
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 17, 2010
How can a holiday that falls on the same day every year so easily creep up and surprise you? If you’re sending presents, you’re running out of time.
Incoming Chair of Banking Committee Says Regulators Should Serve Banks
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 7, 2012
One would think that regulators are supposed to oversee the companies they regulate. But the incoming chair of the House Financial Services Committee, Rep. Spencer Bachus apparently has a different idea.
Barron’s Jumps on Corning Bandwagon
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 17, 2010
Turns out that the highly-respected investment magazine Barron’s likes one of the same stocks I do for the exact same reasons. They even have the same price target. The only difference between their article and mine? I liked the stock of the LCD glass-maker 3 months and 3 points before they did.
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