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Soldiers’ Hidden Struggle: Providing Food for Their Families

Krystal Steinmetz on August 18, 2014

A new report reveals that 1 in 4 U.S. military families rely on food banks and similar programs.

Big-City Lodgings for $29 a Night

Donna Freedman on August 18, 2014

Savvy travelers know that hostels, not hotels, are the way to go. Sharing a room can be surprisingly comfortable – and you can’t beat the price.

Get Millions of Books and Magazines for Free

Donna Freedman on August 15, 2014

A good novel, a classic whodunit, a scientific treatise, a trashy celebrity mag – all this and more can be yours for little or nothing.

Why 1 Billion Stolen Passwords Is No Reason to Freak Out

Guest Blogger on August 12, 2014

A billion stolen passwords sounds like a lot, but it’s no cause for alarm. After all, you knew passwords weren’t keeping your money or information safe, right?

New FICO Formula Could Raise the Credit Scores of Many

Guest Blogger on April 30, 2020

FICO announced a new credit scoring formula that lessens the negative impact of paid and medical collections accounts.

College President Donates $90,000 of His Salary to Low-Wage Campus Workers

Krystal Steinmetz on August 8, 2014

The interim president of Kentucky State University cut his own pay so that the low wages of 24 workers on his campus would be increased.

A Third of U.S. Adults Have Debt ‘in Collections,’ Report Says

Krystal Steinmetz on July 29, 2014

The new study is based on the review of credit files from TransUnion. Does the large number surprise you?

The Best and Worst Things to Buy in August

Guest Blogger on July 28, 2014

PCs and travel are hot, big-screen TVs and Apple aren’t so much, in DealNews’ August buying guide.

What You Need to Know About New Rules for Money Market Funds

Krystal Steinmetz on July 24, 2014

After years of debate, the SEC has adopted moderate reforms for money market mutual funds.

7 Years Later, I Owed More on My Student Loans Than When I Started Paying

Guest Blogger on July 24, 2014

Sharon Cece borrowed $10,000 in student loans in 2004 to finish her bachelor’s degree. Seven years later, she discovered she owed $11,060.

Ask Stacy: Can I Erase Myself From the Web?

Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018

Who knows what lurks online about you? Unfortunately, a lot of people could, including potential employers. Here’s how to deal with it.

A Mortgage Shocker That’s on the Way for 800,000 Homeowners

Guest Blogger on July 22, 2014

At-risk homeowners who modified their mortgages through HAMP to help them stave off foreclosure have a new problem: looming interest rate increases.

175 Hazardous Chemicals Found in Food Packaging

Krystal Steinmetz on July 16, 2014

A recent study shows that some food packaging contains chemicals known to cause cancer and other health problems.

Should You Let Your Boss Make Your 401(k) Picks?

Marilyn Lewis on July 16, 2014

Some companies are seizing control of employees’ 401(k) investment choices. If yours does, watch out for these five mistakes.

10 Signs You Need to Update Your Car Insurance Policy

Guest Blogger on November 2, 2020

If you fail to review your coverage, you could be missing out on discounts or have insufficient coverage.

How to Hire a Housecleaner

Marilyn Lewis on July 7, 2014

Hiring someone else to do your least-favorite household jobs may be cheaper and easier than you think.

Survey Finds That Fewer Parents Will Help Pay for College

Krystal Steinmetz on July 4, 2014

Still, the majority of parents plan to help out with college expenses. One in 3 parents think the child should shoulder most of the cost.

How to Have an All-American Fourth of July

Guest Blogger on July 3, 2014

Don’t fly flags or eat meat from another country for Independence Day. Here’s how to buy American.

The Best and Worst Things to Buy in July

Guest Blogger on June 30, 2014

Back-to-school deals are appearing for electronics, and the prices of summer gear like grills are starting their downhill march.

Worst Day of the Week or Year for 20 Common Activities

Guest Blogger on June 30, 2014

Watch out! July 1 is the worst day to go to the hospital and also a top day for car theft.