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Ask Stacy: What’s the Fastest Way to Rebuild My Credit?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
This reader filed for bankruptcy and wonders if a secured credit card will help him rebuild his credit. Here’s the answer for him, as well as anyone looking to build, or rebuild, their credit.
14 Things We Can Learn From a Little-Known Billionaire
Donna Freedman on June 23, 2015
From impoverished Armenian immigrant’s son to billionaire businessman. How did he do it?
Think You’re Paying Your Baby Sitter Enough? Think Again
Krystal Steinmetz on June 22, 2015
Find out the going rate for a sitter in your area. (Warning: You might experience some sticker shock.)
Taylor Swift Speaks — and Apple Listens
Krystal Steinmetz on June 22, 2015
The pop music star slammed the giant tech for its treatment of artists — prompting a swift mea culpa and policy change.
Guess Where Millennials Love to Shop
Krystal Steinmetz on June 22, 2015
What’s trendy for this generation of young people is convenience and low prices.
Is Electricity to Blame for Our Lack of Sleep?
Karla Bowsher on June 22, 2015
A new study sheds much light on Americans’ modern-day struggles with insomnia. Here’s what you should know about how electricity impacts sleep.
Medical Bills? Tips to Protect Yourself Until Laws Improve
Karla Bowsher on June 22, 2015
Federal legislation that would better protect consumers from unfair medical bills is in the works. In the meantime, these tips can help you today.
The Most and Least ‘American’ Cities
Karla Bowsher on June 22, 2015
Independence Day is right around the corner. Which cities most — and least — resemble the nation as a whole?
The Killer App That Can Spare Us All Trips to the Bank
Bob Sullivan on June 22, 2015
A convenience that was initially for small business owners is now widely available to bank customers.
Unique Last-Minute Father’s Day Gifts That Give Year-Round
Krystal Steinmetz on June 20, 2015
From a jerky-of-the-month club to a mystery tackle box, we have some last-minutes gift ideas for dad that he’ll be able to enjoy for months to come.
That Plan to Shrink Carry-On Bags? Not So Fast!
Krystal Steinmetz on June 19, 2015
Airline industry group initiative hits a wall of opposition from consumers, and some lawmakers.
Americans’ Charitable Giving Hits a New High
Krystal Steinmetz on June 19, 2015
Overall donations have surpassed pre-recession levels, but who receives that money is shifting dramatically.
8 Wise Money Moves to Make With Your Bonus
Allison Martin on June 19, 2015
Congratulations on your bonus! Here are nine smart ways to put the funds to good use.
Could the Trans-Pacific Partnership Cost You a Job?
Karla Bowsher on June 19, 2015
A proposed trade deal is generating a lot of confusion. We break down the potential pros and cons.
A Simple — Yet Effective — Path to Weight Loss
Karla Bowsher on June 19, 2015
Losing weight and keeping it off can be as simple as a habit that takes just 60 seconds a day. Find out what researchers have discovered.
Why Companies Now Take Twice as Long to Hire
Karla Bowsher on June 19, 2015
It takes much longer to get hired today than it did a few years ago. Find out why.
Home-Buying 101: Getting a Mortgage That Saves You Thousands
Hiram Reisner on May 29, 2020
Do yourself a huge favor. Take these steps to get a smoking deal on a mortgage, and do it well before you go house hunting.
The Hottest U.S. Economies and What’s Making Them Tick
Ari Cetron on June 19, 2015
Check out the two completely different industries fueling growth in the nation’s fastest-growing state economies.
5 Father’s Day Gifts Not to Get the Modern Dad
Craig Donofrio on June 19, 2015
Here are some gifts to skip this year — way too stale — and what to get instead.
AT&T Faces Biggest FCC Fine Ever for ‘Throttling’ Customers
Krystal Steinmetz on June 19, 2015
It’s the largest fine ever proposed by the FCC, but the affected customers won’t see any of that money.
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