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Online Purchases Shrink With Screen Size, New Data Show
Krystal Steinmetz on December 1, 2015
As e-commerce explodes, individual purchases tend to vary according to the device. Consumers still prefer the experience and perceived security of the desktop for larger ticket items.
Google Update Could Slash Mobile Data Consumption
Karla Bowsher on December 1, 2015
Google is rolling out an update that aims to make browsing the Internet on a mobile device faster while also allowing you to consume less data.
You Might Need Less Money to Retire Comfortably
Karla Bowsher on December 1, 2015
Recent research questions a standing rule of thumb about how much money people need to retire.
Why Retail Workers Push Department Store Credit Cards
Karla Bowsher on December 1, 2015
There is a good reason why sales associates suggest store credit cards to customers during checkout. Find out more.
Ask Stacy: How Can I Fight an Unfair Medical Bill?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
This reader went to the doctor to have a single tick removed, and now it’s the $750 bill that’s under her skin. Is there any way she can get it reduced?
Attention Online Shoppers: 5 Security Tips for Your Holiday Splurge
Bob Sullivan on December 1, 2015
With the remarkable surge of online shopping (RIP shopping mall), I’ve been asked for advice on staying safe while shopping online. Here are some simple suggestions that can make a big difference.
‘Giving Tuesday’ Shifts Focus From Getting Deals to Giving Back
Krystal Steinmetz on November 30, 2015
Feeling a little sheepish about all the cash you dropped on holiday gifts? Consider participating in this one-day charitable giving promotion.
Massive Hack on Toy Company is ‘Off the Charts,’ Says Security Analyst
Krystal Steinmetz on November 30, 2015
The cyber invasion of Vtech, a maker of electronic learning toys, exposed the personal data of more than 5 million customers, including children. Here’s what you need to know.
Staying Closed on Thanksgiving Pays Off for Some Retailers
Krystal Steinmetz on November 30, 2015
It turns out that major retailers that closed their doors in observance of the holiday did not dissuade shoppers from spending — quite the opposite, in fact.
The 10 Best Retailers for Cyber Week Deals
Karla Bowsher on November 30, 2015
Department stores are among the best places to shop for cyber savings this week, according to an analysis of the biggest retailers’ deals.
A Free and Easy Way to Shop the Web More Securely
Karla Bowsher on November 30, 2015
Before you hunt down all those Cyber Monday deals, check your online account settings for a two-step verification option.
Science Reveals How Loneliness Makes You Sick
Karla Bowsher on November 30, 2015
Research shows that loneliness triggers the “fight-or-flight” response — and that is not a good thing for your health. Find out why.
Who’s Been ‘Naughty & Nice’? CR Ranks Companies for 2015
Krystal Steinmetz on November 30, 2015
Just in time for the holiday shopping frenzy, Consumer Reports is recognizing a number of well-known businesses for their consumer-friendly practices and policies — or offering them a chunk of coal for bad behavior.
5 High-Paying Holiday Jobs That Do Not Involve Elf Costumes
Nancy Dunham on November 28, 2015
You don’t have to referee fights among hot-headed shoppers or police the Santa line to make extra money during the holidays. The key to finding decent seasonal jobs is to look beyond the obvious places.
Amex Ditches Free-Money Incentives for ‘Small Business Saturday’ Shoppers
Krystal Steinmetz on November 27, 2015
The card company says the credit rewards it issued to encourage shopping at the nation’s mom-and-pop stores are no longer necessary. It’s still promoting the Nov. 28 event, though.
Can’t Wait for Cyber Monday? Now You Don’t Have To
Krystal Steinmetz on November 27, 2015
Following the trend set with Black Friday sales, some retailers are planning to launch their online shopping deals Sunday, before Cyber Monday, and extend them through Cyber Week.
7 Simple Ways to Cut Calories From Thanksgiving Dinner
Melissa Neiman on November 26, 2015
The average American packs away more than 4,500 calories during a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Here are seven ways to slash those numbers and keep your waistline intact.
Common Crib Accessory Blamed for Spike in Infant Deaths
Krystal Steinmetz on November 25, 2015
Doctors are calling for a ban on the sale of crib bumpers, padding originally designed to protect babies from other hazards.
U.S. Student Loan Picture Grim as Total Debt Surpasses $1.2 Trillion
Krystal Steinmetz on November 25, 2015
A new report reveals that the average size of student loans has increased, and a growing number of student loan borrowers are 90 days behind or defaulting on their loans.
Blacks Have More Faith in American Dream Than Others
Karla Bowsher on November 25, 2015
Despite facing numerous obstacles, black Americans as a group believe in the “American dream” more than Hispanics and whites, a new poll shows.
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