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Know When to Do It Yourself And When to Pay a Pro
Professionals aren’t always out to rip you off, but sometimes handling home improvement projects yourself is the cost-effective solution. Learn how to know what you can handle and when you need help.
3 Tips to Keeping Both Your Finances and Your Body Healthy
Good health can led to good finances. So why are many Americans wasting both?
Fannie, Freddie Yank Foreclosures From Firm Investigated by Money Talks
We were one of the first news organizations in the country to disclose the ongoing foreclosure fiasco. The firm at the heart of our story is now losing a ton of business.
How the Elections Will Impact Your Savings
If you have 401(k) or other savings in the stock market, you’ve gotten a little richer over the last several months as a Republican victory became more likely. Now that it’s happened, will the party continue?
Consumer Reports Names Hottest Holiday Gifts
62 percent of us plan to give a gift card this year – but 27 percent of those who got one last year still haven’t used it yet.
6 Tips to Avoiding Flight Delays
There’s nothing more frustrating than rushing to the airport only to find that your flight has been delayed. Here are six tips to keep that experience to a minimum this travel season.
Federal Reserve Board Clarifies Credit Card Rules
The Federal Reserve Board recently acted to clarify recent credit card rules to remove uncertainty and make credit card statements easier to understand.
Colleges Rake in $83 Million From Credit Card Companies
Card issuers are willing to pay millions for valuable information from colleges and alumni associations, which could include phone numbers, e-mail addresses and physical addresses of members.
Monday’s Money Deals: Clothing, Batteries, and a Free Sub
Deals continue to dry up as we approach Black Friday, when they’ll burst like a dam. For now, we’ve spotted some savings on winter and formal wear, batteries, and other stuff.
Viewer question: Can I Get a Government Grant for My Small Business?
There’s a special place in hell reserved for people who steal money from those who can least afford to lose it. Don’t make them rich while they wait for their slot to open.
Health Care Without Insurance – $50/Month?
What if doctor’s offices were like gym memberships: pay $50 monthly and come as often as you like: no insurance, no deductible, no paperwork, no bill.
Ask Stacy: Do I Have Too Many Credit Cards?
Reader question: I’ve got 10 credit cards, most with zero balances. I’d like to close some – but won’t that hurt my credit score?
What You Need to Know Before Raiding Your Retirement Plan
Tough economic times have forced more employees than ever to raid their 401(k) retirement accounts. But before you even think about going down this road, read this.
5 Tips to Stop Those Annoying Robo-Calls
The elections are almost here – but if you can’t take even one more robo-call, here’s how to make them stop.
Accept $10.5 Million, or Get Arrested – What Should I Do?
Despite getting hundreds of stupid scam emails over the years, this one literally made me laugh out loud. But it’s depressing to think there’s even one person anywhere in the world this stupid.
5 Tips to Protect Your Identity Online
Most people know at least a little about using firewall and anti-virus software to guard against incoming web attacks. But what about protecting all the information you’re sending out? Here are 5 tips to make sure you’re safe both ways.
10 Tips to Find Long-Term Care Insurance
With the economy in the tank, most us are too focused on our short-term goals to think about long-term care. But the sooner you do, the more you’ll save.
5 Tips to Find the Right Debt Relief Agency
If you’re not careful, some debt relief agencies will just cause you more grief. Before you sign up, get the low down.
How to Land a Seasonal Job – and Make It Permanent
It’s the holiday season, and employers have too many customers and orders to handle. That’s where you come in, and — if you prove yourself — where you just might stay.
How to Avoid Headaches from Debit Card Holds
Your debit card can cost you money if you don’t get a handle on “holds.”
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