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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.
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?
Target’s Troubles Mount After Massive Security Breach
Retail giant Target is in the hot seat following the security breach that leaked the credit or debit card information of 40 million shoppers.
‘Card-Cracking’ Scam Targets College Kids
In exchange for money, gullible students are giving scammers their debit cards and PINs.
Rage Against Customer Service Reps Is on the Increase
Also on the rise is the amount of yelling and swearing customers are willing to unleash on company employees.
5 Purchases to Squeeze in Before the End of the Year
You could miss out on tax credits and more if you don’t make these five last-minute purchases.
4 Reasons Why Your Budget Will Never Work for You
You try to budget but you still run short on money each month? You’re probably making at least one of these money mistakes.
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