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Bank of America Ordered to Pay $727 Million to Customers
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ordered BofA to pay fines and refund customers to settle claims that it cheated people with its marketing and billing practices for credit card add-on services.
You Might Be a Better Tax Preparer Than the Pro You’re Paying
A new small study by a federal agency found that 17 of the 19 paid tax preparers it took a look at made mistakes on tax returns.
More Moms Are Staying Home, But Not Because They Want To
Many mothers stay at home because they can’t find work or they can’t afford child care.
Are Home Prices Slipping Out of Buyers’ Reach?
Today’s rapid growth in the price of homes has some people talking about a housing “bubble” again.
Why Does Just One Mistake Hurt Your Credit?
Why is it that late payments can have such a big impact on credit scores if you’ve been paying on time for years?
Soon You May Be Able to Charge Your Phone in Less Than a Minute
An Israeli firm says it possesses the capability to charge your cellphone in 30 seconds.
Say Goodbye to Slow Wi-Fi
Qualcomm claims new technology will triple Wi-Fi speeds for busy hot spots.
Swag Isn’t Really Free, Says the IRS
Those so-called gifts count as taxable income, and the IRS wants its cut. Even if you’re a Hollywood star.
Ask Stacy: Why Should We Pay for Obama’s Vacations?
The president’s flights don’t cost him a dime, but cost taxpayers $180,000 per hour. Is it fair?
The 4 Best Ways Proven to Help Smokers Quit
Researchers have been looking for years at results from nicotine patches and gum, classes, buddies, medicines and behavioral techniques. Here’s what works and what doesn’t.
What to Do When an Employer Wants to Pull Your Credit Report
If you’re in the market for a job, you may know that some employers run credit checks before they decide to hire an employee. Here’s how to prepare for it.
No Kids? You Should Pay More Taxes!
A Slate columnist argues that childless Americans should pony up some more cash for taxes, and parents should get a bigger break.
Why People Won’t Brown-Bag Lunch, Even Though It Makes Great Sense
We’ll tell you why most people opt to eat out, rather than saving hundreds of dollars (and calories) by packing a sack lunch for work.
You Might Want to Put That Diet Soda Down
A new study says women who regularly drink diet soda are more likely to have a heart attack.
8 Personal Finance Tips From ‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’
Money lessons aplenty are tucked in and among all the pow! zap! action of the newest film in the Marvel franchise.
Taking the Bus? Get a Car Insurance Discount
Public transportation ridership is hitting six-decade highs. If you have parked your car, make sure you get a car insurance discount.
Labor Market Back to 2008 Pre-Crisis Peak — Finally
The private sector has recovered all of the jobs lost in the recession, but it’s not cause for great celebration.
Your Grandma Probably Loves the Internet
A new study shows that seniors are increasingly connected online, but the tech divide grows among older, poorer and disabled seniors.
These Cars Will Suck Your Wallet Dry
What are the most and least expensive cars to own? Consumer Reports provides answers.
More Seniors Are Doing Reverse Mortgages. Is This a Good Idea?
The concern is that many boomers are using reverse mortgages to drain their home equity too early, leaving them nothing to fall back on in 15 or 20 years.
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