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Planes: Getting the Most Legroom for the Money

Jason Steele on September 24, 2013

Airlines now offer five confusing classes of seating. Here’s a primer on each, along with tips on using credit card miles to get the most space for the least money.

4 Best Ways to Complain About Customer Service

Guest Blogger on March 21, 2012

If you’re angry about a purchase, talk to someone in person. But if you can’t do that, DON’T pick up the phone. Try all of these methods first.

Why I’m Paying My Taxes With a Credit Card This Year

Jason Steele on April 12, 2012

Paying your taxes with a credit card means paying big fees. So why am I doing it? Because this year, I come out ahead.

9 Android Tablet Apps You’ll Take Into the Bathroom

Angela Colley on March 15, 2012

If you own an Android tablet, it can be just as magical as the “new” iPad that Apple just recently announced. Here are some addictive Android apps you’ll want to take everywhere.

Is Hard Water Costing You Hard Cash?

Karla Bowsher on March 15, 2012

Do you know how hard your water supply is? Your water could be costing you efficiency, energy, and even detergent.

9 Ways I Saved Money Between Jobs

Donna Freedman on November 7, 2012

Economizing doesn’t necessarily mean missing out on life. Here’s how I trimmed expenses without cutting into my lifestyle.

Life Too Complicated? 5 Simple Credit Cards

Jason Steele on April 12, 2012

Most credit cards come with complex terms and conditions, not to mention punishing fees. Here are five cards that get back to basics with simple terms, few fees, and low rates.

The Top 5 Airline Mileage Credit Cards

Jason Steele on September 24, 2013

The only thing better than traveling for vacation is doing it free. Choose one of these cards to get where you’re going faster.

4 Reasons I’m Skipping the New iPad

Angela Colley on March 8, 2012

The new iPads are out, but that doesn’t mean you should buy one. Here’s why I’m not.

10 Ways to Build Better Buying Habits

Andrea Woroch on March 8, 2012

Shopping is habit-forming. You need to hit back with some smart-spending habits of your own.

5 Credit Cards With Low Interest Rates

Jason Steele on June 4, 2012

Why pay more interest than you have to? If you’re carrying a balance on your credit card, get the lowest APR possible. Here are five examples.

7 Top Scams and How to Avoid Them

B.T. Ballenger on March 5, 2012

It’s National Consumer Protection Week: the perfect time to familiarize yourself with today’s most common scams so you can avoid becoming a victim.

Today’s 5 Best Credit Cards

Jason Steele on September 24, 2013

Don’t have time to figure out which card is the best for your particular situation? I’ve reviewed hundreds of cards so that you don’t have to.

8 Weird Ways to Make Extra Money

B.T. Ballenger on February 29, 2012

Need money? From writing messages on your lips to selling bodily fluids, these days there’s almost no limit to the ways you can turn a buck.

Ask Stacy: Chase Screwed Me. Should I Sue?

Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018

This reader took out a low fixed-rate loan from Chase Bank only to see her minimum payments more than double. What can she do?

7 Cheap Ways to Relieve Stress

B.T. Ballenger on February 9, 2012

There’s a lot to get worked up about in our daily lives, and some people wind down in expensive ways, like wining and dining. But cooling off doesn’t mean you have to stress out your budget.

4 Money-Saving Mobile Apps

Guest Blogger on February 8, 2012

Mobile apps can cost you a few bucks each, but here are some that can actually save you money.

How to Find Traditional Valentine’s Gifts at Untraditional Prices

Karla Bowsher on February 2, 2012

A recent survey found that most women want jewelry, flowers, or chocolate this Valentine’s Day – but popular gifts can be tough to find on sale. So here are our deal diva’s secrets for spoiling your Valentine the traditional way without spoiling your budget.

4 New Ideas for Protecting Your Online Privacy

B.T. Ballenger on January 30, 2012

Data Privacy Day is a reminder that we seem to rely on the Internet more with each passing hour, and that privacy settings aren’t getting any simpler. Are you taking enough steps to deter stalkers and hackers?

Why I Returned My iPad, and How I Made Money Doing It

Angela Colley on January 23, 2012

The Apple iPad isn’t the only tablet on the market. In fact, you can find an Android tablet with similar specs and a much lower price.