Our 10 Most Popular Stories of 2013

We published more than 1,000 stories in 2013. Based on the number of hits they got, here are the 10 our readers decided were the best.

The 25 Percent Budget Strategy

How can you stretch your stagnant income to cover your expenses? Fortunately, there’s a smart way to approach this task.

Soon You’ll Be Texting With Your Washer and Fridge

How would you like a set of appliances that did your chores for you? Take a look at LG’s latest development.

What Do You Think of Affluenza — the Criminal Defense of the Wealthy?

Affluenza has been used as a criminal defense for the wealthy. Does it make any sense?

NYT’s Year-End News Quiz: How Many Can You Get Right?

Some of the questions in The New York Times’ ‘The Year in Questions’ quiz are about money-related news. Here’s a sample.

The Best and Worst Things to Buy in January

Fitness equipment, tax software and winter apparel are among the items that will see great deals. Not so for next-gen gaming consoles.

Is Your Financial Adviser Really Working for You?

Did you know that your financial adviser may not be legally required to act in your financial best interest? Here’s how a fiduciary pledge can change that.

5 Signs You’ve Been in a Staged Car Crash

Don’t get caught up in a common insurance fraud — the fake accident.

American Express Ordered to Refund $59.5M for Credit Card Add-Ons

American Express is the fourth credit card company to reach a major settlement with the federal government over the marketing of these types of products.

EHarmony’s New Enhanced Service Will Cost You $5,000

Partly inspired by a new movie, online dating giant eHarmony is offering a much more personalized matchmaking service.

More Private Colleges Are Slashing or Freezing Tuition

In an effort to compete for students, some private schools are drastically cutting tuition and others are guaranteeing that tuition won’t increase in four years.

You Might Want to Rethink Going Out on New Year’s

It’s no surprise that people are drinking and driving (or walking), but the results are shocking.

Why Your Christmas Present Didn’t Arrive on Time

UPS and FedEx are in the hot seat over untimely holiday package deliveries, and some customers are angry.

Wireless Carriers Oppose Anti-Theft Feature for Smartphones

Samsung developed a ‘kill switch’ feature for its smartphones and tablets, but U.S. wireless providers aren’t impressed. Here’s why.

Lesson From the Target Data Breach: You Need More Than 1 Credit Card

The Target data breach should be a reminder: If your plastic gets lost, stolen or hacked, having another card can keep your life running smoothly.

Help! I Lost My Gift Card

With many gift cards, if someone steals it and uses it up, you’re out of luck. But sometimes you do have options.

Are You Satisfied With Your Netflix Service?

The company has made it clear that the DVD side of the business isn’t as valued as video streaming. What do you think about that?

The Cost of a Stamp Will Jump 6 Percent

The cost to mail a first-class letter will be 49 cents beginning Jan. 26. Here’s why.

Facing Holiday Debt? 5 Ways to Earn Extra Cash

The beauty of most of these jobs is that you might be able to work them into an already busy schedule.

How the Grinch Steals Christmas: He Tracks Your Kid Online

If adults can’t resist posting their whereabouts on social media, you know teenagers can’t. How do you get your kid to be a little more private in public?

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