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Correcting Mistakes After You File: Amended Tax Returns
A government goof may have 50,000 more people filing amended tax returns. Here are tips, no matter why you amend your return.
What to Do With College Savings if the Student Decides Against College
All is not lost. Money saved for college can wait until the student is ready or be cashed in — for a price.
Be Nice: Your Uber Driver Is Giving You a Passenger Rating
It turns out Uber’s feedback system is a two-way street. Here’s how to find out your Uber rider rating, and if necessary, improve it.
Bank Branches Disappearing Across the United States
JP Morgan Chase recently announced it’s closing 300 bank branches in the U.S. Big banks are closing branch locations, leaving consumers with mobile banking opportunities and ATMs.
FTC: Identity Theft Is Consumers’ Top Complaint; Imposters on the Rise
For the 15th year straight, the Federal Trade Commission said identity theft was the year’s biggest consumer complaint. See what other scams made the list.
Land a Mortgage Like a Pro: Three Easy Steps
You wouldn’t think of overpaying $50,000 when buying a new house, but you could pay that much extra if you’re not careful shopping for a mortgage.
Study: America Hasn’t Had a Pay Raise in 35 Years
Disturbing data on incomes for college grads suggest that United States can’t educate itself out of the problem.
Whacky Reasons For Delaying Credit Card Payments
Weird, and expensive, justifications that don’t really hold up under the light of financial logic.
Coming Soon: Grocery Store Beacons That Send You Discounts, Aisle by Aisle
A high-tech solution for brick-and-mortar stores — and customers who always forget their coupons at home.
Who’s Downsizing? Not These Retirees
A new study finds that many Americans are opting for bigger houses in their retirement, and other surprising revelations.
Why Net Neutrality is Important
In the latest chapter of a long and heated battle over net neutrality, the FCC passed a measure to ensure that websites have equal access to Internet capacity. Think this is a topic only a nerd could love? Think again.
FCC Votes ‘Yes’ on Net Neutrality Rules
The Federal Communications Commission approved a new set of rules, classifying broadband Internet service as a utility.
Trip Tips to Cut the Cost of Spring Break in Half
High- and low-tech ways for the winter-weary to get to the sun without burning holes in their wallets.
How to Navigate Deceptive Car Ads and Avoid Rip-Offs
Get the skinny on those alluring ads before you enter the auto showroom.
Have an FHA Home Loan? Streamline Refinancing Is Worth Exploring
Low interest rates and a recent reduction in mortgage insurance premiums may mean you can save money through a streamline refinance of your FHA mortgage. An expert explains how to figure out if you can benefit.
Medical ID Theft Cost Americans $20 Billion in 2014
A new study found that medical identity theft is on the rise in the United States. It’s costly, and no one is safe, not even your kids.
Lawsuit Claims Dog Food Brand Is Killing Canines
The complaint alleges that one of Purina’s dry dog foods is toxic. The company has until April 2 to respond.
The Tooth Fairy Index is Up! What Kids Are Getting Under Their Pillows
One survey shows American kids received 25 percent more for a lost tooth in 2014 than they did in 2013, and that, we are told, is good news for the economy.
Is Getting a 401(k) Loan a Good Idea?
Most of the time, the answer is no, but there are rare occasions when a 401(k) loan makes sense.
5 Tips for Renting a Home When Your Credit Is Poor
If you have less-than-perfect credit, a rental property may still be within reach. Here’s how to approach the problem.
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