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Where Do America’s Poor Live? In the Suburbs
The suburban poor now outnumber the poor in U.S. cities.
Study: Many Americans Don’t Understand Credit Scores
Women in general know more about credit scores than men, but many members of both sexes get the basics wrong.
The Lazy Man’s Guide to Money Management
Think saving money, paying bills, comparing prices and shopping for deals take way too much work? All of these can be done with very little effort on your part.
6 Secrets to Easy Budgets
Struggling to set up a budget or to stay with it? Here are the budgeting hacks that have worked for me.
Does Frugality Have to Hurt?
Being frugal doesn’t have to involve punishing yourself. There are easy ways to stretch your dollars when you’re making planned purchases.
Lawyers Recovering Madoff Funds Have Collected $700M in Fees
The work to recover the lost $17.5 billion has been going on for five years, and it’s not over.
Scam Scares People With Fake $900 Walmart TV Purchase
If you’re emailed a receipt for something you didn’t buy, don’t panic: It’s probably just a phishing attempt.
McDonald’s Is Cutting Fat From the Menu (Not the Food)
McDonald’s is ditching some of its most expensive menu items, but other prices may be going up.
6 Ways to Ruin Your Life, Gatsby Style
Hidden in the classic novel — and the latest adaptation for film — are some personal finance lessons. Don’t make the mistakes that Gatsby did.
How a Few Minutes on the Phone Can Save $500 on Your Cable Bill
Sometimes all you have to do is ask. But it helps if you have a legitimate complaint you’re ready to leave over.
Ford Owners: EcoBoost Engine Loses Power on Acceleration
Drivers in Ohio and Louisiana are suing Ford over what they say are defective engines. More than 100 people have complained, one lawsuit says.
A New Free Way to Send Money: Through Email
Google is gradually rolling out a feature that lets you attach money to an email, just like a photo or text document.
Frugal Family Feast: Chicken Roulade
This week’s Frugal Family Feast recipe turns chicken breasts into colorful pinwheels that can feed a family of four for less than $15.
12 Excellent Drought-Resistant Plants
These plants will survive prolonged drought conditions or simply help you cut back on your water bills.
9 Movie Theater Extras We Could All Do Without
Of course, one of them is the people who play with their cellphones during the film. But that’s far from the only annoyance.
Ask an Expert: Are Airline Credit Cards Always the Right Way to Purchase Airfare?
A cash-back credit card with a bonus offer may be a better option, depending on your future travel plans.
$45 Million Stolen in Hours With Prepaid Cards
One of the most sophisticated cybercrime attacks ever was pulled off with the help of ‘cashing crews’ that accessed massive numbers of ATMs.
Got a Klout Score Higher Than 55? American Airlines Will Buy You Drinks
Popular on Twitter or Facebook? You may be eligible for free Wi-Fi, alcohol, and snacks.
A Simple Way to Save 30 Percent on Detergent and Get Cleaner Clothes
A new study from Consumer Reports evaluates the cleaning power of single-use laundry detergent packets.
See More for Less: Budget Travel 101
A limited budget need not keep you from seeing the world’s most fabulous sites.
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