Category: Articles

Watch This: Winning the Lottery Won’t Make You Happy

Money Talks News on October 31, 2017

Winning the lottery sounds like a dream come true, but it might just leave you miserable. Watch this video to find out why.

Doing These 3 Things? You’re Overpaying on the Phone Bill

Christine Gallup on October 30, 2017

A few easy changes can help you slash your monthly cellphone bill. To save, avoid these three mistakes.

Best Credit Cards of 2017

Guest Blogger on September 23, 2020

Is your credit card on this list? If not, you’re likely leaving money on the table.

10 Tasty Restaurant Deals and Freebies for Halloween

Karla Bowsher on October 30, 2017

Here are some of the best Halloween offers from restaurants, fast-food joints and dessert shops.

Saturday School: How Mortgage Interest Rates Impact Your Payment

Money Talks News on October 27, 2017

Watch this video and learn the pros and cons of both fixed-rate and adjustable-rate loans.

Get Free Bananas at Walmart With the Coupons.com App

Money Talks News on October 27, 2017

Download the Coupons.com app and you can get free bananas at Walmart now through Nov. 3.

Beware Medicare Penalties for Late Enrollment

Karla Bowsher on October 27, 2017

Wait too long to sign up for Medicare, and you could end up paying for it for the rest of your life. Here’s what you should know to avoid that situation.

Ask Stacy: Should I Take Advantage of Zero Percent Credit Card Offers?

Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018

Everyone wants to pay zero, but what’s the catch? Before you apply, read this.

Go Online to Preview 2018 Obamacare Health Insurance Plans

Karla Bowsher on October 26, 2017

You can now go online to comparison shop for plans that will be available for purchase beginning Nov. 1.

17 Popular National Parks Plan to Hike Admission

Karla Bowsher on October 26, 2017

Visiting some of America’s best-known national parks could soon become twice as expensive. Here’s how the admission increase would work, and how you can comment on it.

Why 5 Years of Obamacare Has Made Me Feel Sick

Chris Kissell on October 25, 2017

The Affordable Care Act has achieved some great things. But my costs are up 286 percent — and that’s just one headache health reform has triggered for me.

GOP Kills Regulation That Protects Right to Sue — Now What?

Karla Bowsher on October 24, 2017

Congress just voted to repeal a rule protecting your ability to join class-action lawsuits against financial companies. Here’s what this news means for consumers.

Amazon Unveils Epic Sale on Kindle E-Readers, E-Books and More

Karla Bowsher on October 24, 2017

Act fast and you can score Amazon’s best-selling Kindle e-reader for even cheaper than it was on Black Friday. And that’s just the beginning of this anniversary sale.

Watch This: Easy Ways to Add ‘Spook’ to Your Pumpkin

Money Talks News on October 24, 2017

Watch this video to discover great ideas for adding fangs and noses, or creating your own hanging pumpkin lantern.

10 Things You Should Never Do at the Dog Park

Nancy Dunham on October 24, 2017

These habits put the health and happiness of frolicking canines at risk — and irritate the other dog owners.

Will Congress Limit How Much You Can Save for Retirement?

Karla Bowsher on October 23, 2017

Reports say Republicans might slash your ability to contribute to your 401(k) plan. The president says he won’t let it happen. Here’s what it all means.

9 Ways to Pay Less for Baby-Sitting

Maryalene LaPonsie on October 23, 2017

All parents need some time away from their darlings, but the cost of child care can be daunting. These money-saving strategies will help you get out the door.