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Thrifty Ways to Keep Summer Bugs Away
Melissa Neiman on May 30, 2016
Chemical repellents can be bad for the environment, and tough on your wallet. We have rounded up some frugal, effective and earth-friendly alternatives.
Flying With a Pet? First Learn the Ropes
Krystal Steinmetz on May 30, 2016
Traveling by plane with your furry friends can be expensive for you and in some cases dangerous for the animal. Here’s what you need to know.
Now Hiring: Professional Cuddlers (No Joke)
Krystal Steinmetz on June 23, 2016
If you love to hug and snuggle, you may want to consider a gig as a professional cuddler. It’s a real job and it pays $40 and up an hour.
5 Credit Problems That Can Destroy Your Home Dreams
Karla Bowsher on May 27, 2016
A bad credit history can spell trouble for homebuyers. Try to avoid raising these red flags.
10 American Cities Where Robocalls Are Epidemic
Karla Bowsher on May 27, 2016
One U.S. city received nearly 100 million robocalls in April alone. Find out how you can fight back.
The Most Commonly Misspelled Words in Each State
Karla Bowsher on May 27, 2016
Is “desert” a sand-filled location or a sugar-filled food? If you’re not sure, you’re not alone.
Ask Stacy: Do I Have to Admit to a Bankruptcy?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
Do you still have to admit to a bankruptcy after it no longer appears on your credit report?
Brilliant Home Hack: How to Dry Your Wet Sneakers
Kari Huus on May 27, 2016
In our ongoing series of solutions to life’s little — yet vexing — problems, here is a great way to get your athletic shoes dry.
Nothing — Not Even Toys — Can Avoid the ‘Pink Tax’
Krystal Steinmetz on May 26, 2016
If your daughter or granddaughter loves pink, be prepared to pay more for toys and clothes in that color. It’s just the beginning of the pricing disparity experience for women.
Buyer Beware: 7 Prepaid Cards With Hidden Fees
Karla Bowsher on May 26, 2016
An analysis of 10 prepaid debit cards found that seven failed to meet standards on disclosures that the federal government has proposed.
Good and Bad News About Memorial Day Gas Prices
Karla Bowsher on May 26, 2016
Drivers in one region of the country will find the best fuel prices going into the holiday weekend.
Whole Foods to Open Lower-Price Stores in 9 States
Karla Bowsher on May 26, 2016
The new 365 by Whole Foods Market chain of grocery stores will differ in some key ways from its parent store.
What Will Marriage Do to Your Finances?
Nancy Dunham on May 26, 2016
A host of financial variables can make the knot feel more like a noose. Here’s what you need to find out before you get hitched.
5 Ways Adopting an Adult Dog or Cat Pays Off
Nancy Dunham on May 20, 2021
Yes, puppies and kittens are cute, but consider the case for adopting an older pet. You could save time, money and hassle — not to mention a critter’s life.
6 Things You Can Do Yourself Instead of Paying a Professional
Krystal Steinmetz on May 29, 2020
Save a bundle of money by choosing to DIY these easy home maintenance and personal grooming tasks.
TSA Slashes Notorious Security Lines From Hours to Minutes
Krystal Steinmetz on May 25, 2016
After hellishly long security lines at Chicago O’Hare sparked outrage, the TSA got new leadership and ramped up staffing for airport checkpoints.
This Soda Pop Tax Has a Sweet Side
Krystal Steinmetz on May 25, 2016
Sugary sodas are good for kids — or at least they could be in Philadelphia — if a tax proposal there gets a thumbs up from the city council.
6 Things You Should Repair Instead of Replacing
Melissa Neiman on May 25, 2016
Nothing in this world lasts forever, but it’s easy to extend the lives of these items. And in doing so, you’ll keep more money in your pocket.
Has Amazon Killed Its Price-Protection Policy?
Karla Bowsher on October 30, 2020
The retail giant says nothing has changed, but many customers disagree.
Millionaires Say 1 Factor Was Key in Making Them Rich
Karla Bowsher on May 25, 2016
Across generations, wealthy folks credit the same source for their success.
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