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Median Wage Hovering Near 15-Year Low
Last year, half of American workers made less than $27,519, about what they made in 1998. Meanwhile, the number of workers making at least $5 million grew nearly 27 percent.
Herbal Supplements? Some Are Just Rice and Weeds
DNA testing showed that many herbal supplements don’t contain even a hint of the herbs they claim to.
The Countries Where Men Do More Around the House
Data show that households in several European countries divide housework up more fairly than those in the U.S. do.
Why Your Used Car is Greener (and Smarter) Than a New Hybrid
Our world’s new economic realities and our ever-increasing environmental sensitivities should give us pause before we chuck our serviceable older car.
Frugal Family Feast: Sweet Potato, Broccoli and Sausage Hash
It’s breakfast for dinner in this week’s Frugal Family Feast recipe: sweet potato, broccoli and sausage hash to feed four or more for less than $15.
Do You Really Need a Credit Card?
Credit cards offer many advantages over debit cards. But are they a necessary part of a modern financial life?
When’s the Best Time to Buy? Thanksgiving vs. Black Friday vs. Cyber Monday
Some days during the long Thanksgiving weekend have better deals than others, depending on what you’re buying. Here’s what you need to know to find the best price.
Getting a Mortgage is About to Get Harder
New mortgage rules are going into effect Jan. 10 to protect homeowners and investors from the kinds of risky mortgages that were sold during the recent real estate bubble and led so many people into foreclosure.
Mortgage Rates Are Up, Down, All Around. When’s the Time to Pounce?
Mortgage interest rates are probably headed up. The better the economy gets, the more apt they are to rise. Experts predict rates will hit 5 percent in 2014 and 5.3 percent in 2015.
Are You Ready to Trust a Self-Driving Car?
Technology will make these cars less likely to be involved in accidents than those operated by humans, but would you trust a self-driving car to take your child to school?
Spirit Airlines Is Considering a New Kind of Checked-Bag Fee
The airline may end up charging more or less for bags depending on how full the flight is. It hasn’t made a decision, or said how much rates could vary.
Some Amazon Reviewers Don’t Pay for the Stuff They Review
Amazon organizes getting a bunch of free stuff for its top reviewers in exchange for their opinions about products. Does that affect how you look at the site’s reviews?
Facebook May Start Tracking Your Cursor
The company is testing technology that could literally monitor and record your every move on its website. And at least one other company already does.
12 Ways to Score Free Stocking Stuffers
There are plenty of opportunities to get free stuff for stocking stuffers. Some of them you need to start working on right now.
Can a Bad Debt Get You Deported?
Can a bad debt that’s been sent to collections get you deported or keep you from being allowed to re-enter the United States, a worried reader asks.
Review: Citi ThankYou Premier Card
The annual fee is a bit high but the rewards of this new card are very generous.
Which Loyalty Programs Are Worth It?
Not all rewards programs have worthwhile perks. Here are a few Consumer Reports considers good. Which ones do you think are worth it?
Tax the Well-to-Do More for Social Security, Many Older Americans Say
There’s a lot of support to raise the cap on how much income can be taxed for Social Security. What do you think?
Most Americans Must Now Pay Sales Tax on Amazon Purchases
Consumers in Massachusetts, Connecticut and Wisconsin are the latest to be hit with an Amazon sales tax. Other states will be affected next year. Does it make you want to shop there less?
Best and Worst Things to Buy in November
Sure, November is the month of Black Friday, but there are plenty of other savings opportunities.
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