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Money in a Minute: Today’s Top Headlines From the World of Money
In today’s roundup: More people are buying homes, good news on unemployment, Chevy Volt goes national, digital book sales now surpassing paperbacks, gold isn’t glittering… and the biggest one-year investment gain in history.
Ask Stacy: How Come I Have to Repay the Home Buyers Tax Credit?
If you bought a house in 2008, the tax “credit” you received wasn’t really a credit at all – it was an interest-free loan from Uncle Sam.
Paying via Smartphone: Convenience at a Cost?
Shifting to a system of virtual money is convenient, but it’s been proven that paying with your smartphone leads many to overspend. Six tips to make sure you don’t fall into the trap…
The Best Hotels in the U.S. and the World
While most are pricey, here’s a surprise – a room at the hotel voted best for service in the United States can be had for as little as $78 a night!
Take Five – A Roundup of Reads from Around the Web
A look at five interesting personal finance posts from other bloggers around the web. This week? Networking Techniques, Easy Home Improvements, Measured Savings, Advantages of Taking Longer to Graduate, and Investing vs Gambling…
Money in a Minute: Today’s Top Headlines From the World of Money
More jobs are disappearing, Social Security is evaporating, and minivans are being recalled. But there’s also good news today – about car loans, smart phones, and football.
AT&T, Verizon: More Pricing Transparency, Please!
AT&T and Verizon are quietly changing their wireless plans in ways that may be expensive to subscribers. Consumers Union says they should do a better job of informing their customers.
Mortgage Rates 2011 – Predictions From 6 Experts
While housing prices are still dropping, mortgage rates are creeping higher. How high will they go in 2011? Here’s Stacy’s prediction, along with a round-up of others.
4 Ways to Drink Less Milk, Stay Healthy and Save Money
According to new research done by the milk industry, 9 in 10 Americans suffer from malnutrition. Their solution is to drink more milk, but there are plenty of other healthy and cost-effective options.
Money in a Minute – Today’s Headlines From the World of Money
Higher chocolate prices ahead, how your name influences the way you shop, the first IRS app and more stories you need to see today.
Verizon Offers Unlimited Data Plan for iPhone – For Now
If you’re getting nailed by data usage charges on your AT&T iPhone, Verizon is giving you a reason to switch.
4 Ways to Protect Against Old-School Identity Theft
Identity theft doesn’t just happen through your computer. Otherwise savvy Americans are getting ripped off the old-fashioned way: through the U.S. mail.
Banking Fees to Be Reincarnated As ‘Choices’?
Last year, the federal government passed new laws to protect bank customers from onerous fees. So this year, the banks are testing out new ways to charge us for once-free services like checking accounts.
Money in a Minute – Today’s Headlines From the World of Money
3-D TV makes millions dizzy, New York State is selling stuff on eBay, your smart phone is starting to replace your wallet, and more stories you need to see today.
3 Places NOT to Put Money Now
Got money in a long-term bond fund or a 5-year CD? If so, you and I have different views of where the U.S. economy is heading.
Monday’s Money Deals: Clothes, Lightbulbs, and Free Fries
It might be time to clean out the closet, because there are a ton of decent clothing sales this week. Plus, get some free fries, photos, and discounted light bulbs.
Ask Stacy: I Need Help With Debts Other Than Credit Cards!
Lots of agencies out there are falling all over themselves to help you with your credit card debt. But why are so few willing to tackle other stuff?
Why You Shouldn’t Buy an Amazon Kindle
Suppose you were choosing between two cars. The first qualified for free gasoline for life, the other required you to pay $10 or more per fill-up. Which would you buy?
3 Places to Put Money Now
If you think the economy is on the mend, put some money where your mind is: This time next year, you might be happy you did.
Gift From the IRS – Itemizers File on Valentine’s Day This Year
Originally the IRS asked some taxpayers to wait until sometime in mid-February to send in their returns. Now the date is official – February 14.
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