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Ask Stacy: My Online Purchase Was a Rip-Off — Now What?

Stacy Johnson CPA on February 23, 2018

You order something online and it either doesn’t measure up, or you don’t get it at all. Here’s how to prevent it and what to do when it happens.

‘The Bridge to Nowhere’ and 17 Other Notorious Congressional Earmarks

Jim Gold on February 23, 2018

President Trump thinks allowing money for pet projects will ease congressional gridlock. Maybe, but the practice sparks memories of classic examples of government waste.

The 9 Best Websites, Tools and Apps to Save Big on Cars

Nancy Dunham on February 9, 2018

Be a savvy buyer and save yourself thousands by taking advantage of these free resources.

3 Cellphone Companies With the Best Customer Service

Christine Gallup on February 7, 2018

Here’s why these smaller cellphone service companies have made a big impression on their customers.

4 Critical Steps That Save Thousands on College Costs

Nancy Dunham on February 2, 2018

The process of getting admitted to college — and paying for it — has changed dramatically in the last few decades.

What You Must Know About the New Medicare Card You Will Get Soon

Karla Bowsher on May 7, 2020

This news offers a lesson that anyone with any type of health insurance should heed. Find out why.

6 Secrets to Getting a Pay Raise in 2018

Kentin Waits on January 26, 2018

Just 19 percent of Americans are satisfied with their pay. Here are some tips that might help you start the year with more compensation.

Free App Makes It Easier to Save on Gas — up to 89 Cents a Gallon

Karla Bowsher on January 26, 2018

A smartphone app can now help you save money as you conserve gas.

7 Affordable, Top-Rated Spring Cruises

Nancy Dunham on January 25, 2018

Now’s the time to find a bargain cruise for exploration, fitness, relaxation or fun with the kids.

How to Find the Right Streaming Video Service for You

Karla Bowsher on January 23, 2018

Ditching traditional TV for online services can save you a lot of money. But choosing the best option isn’t always simple — unless you know this.

The 20 Best Colleges for a Return on Your Investment

Karla Bowsher on January 18, 2018

Students at these schools “don’t have to mortgage their futures to pay for their degrees,” says the Princeton Review. And grads go on to earn big bucks.

Some Medicare Deductibles and Other Costs to Rise in 2018

Karla Bowsher on December 30, 2017

Hospitalization will be costlier for Medicare beneficiaries in 2018 than it was in 2017. Here’s more reason to stay healthy in the new year.

5 Smart Money Moves to Make in 2018

B.T. Ballenger on December 27, 2017

A new year begins on Monday, making it the perfect time to start becoming a new, more organized you. Follow these tips to start on the right foot.

6 Important Take-Aways From the Tax Reform Effort

Stacy Johnson CPA on August 11, 2018

The new tax law does more than shake up our system. It also shines a light on whom politicians are actually working for. Hint: It isn’t you.

Act Now: Health Insurance Open Enrollment Ends Friday

Karla Bowsher on December 12, 2017

People who get medical insurance through the Obamacare program have just a few days to enroll or change their plan. Here’s what you should do now.

Hey, Holiday Travelers: Beware of This Sneaky New Hotel Fee

Bob Sullivan on December 8, 2017

Before you book your next hotel in a major city, make sure you find out if you’ll be paying an “urban destination charge”

Need Cash? Need a Hand? How Rover Can Help You Through the Holidays

Guest Blogger on September 23, 2020

Get a side gig, exercise and time with other people’s four-legged friends — or get assistance with your pets — through this easy online pet-sitting network.

These 3 Great Gift Ideas Sold Like Crazy on Cyber Monday

Karla Bowsher on November 30, 2017

Amazon sold more products on Cyber Monday than on any other day in the company’s history. These best-sellers are worth a closer look.

How to Untangle Your Credit When You Divorce

Emmet Pierce on November 27, 2017

Divorce is painful, but you can take steps to prevent it from haunting you longer than necessary in the form of credit problems.

A Brief History of Black Friday: How the Mega-Shopping Day Came to Be

Jim Gold on November 24, 2017

The origins of the ever-expanding holiday shopping frenzy on, and beyond, the day after Thanksgiving.