Tax Hacks 2019: How Not to Blow Your Tax Refund

on February 10, 2019

Your tax refund check can be an instrument of positive change, or just another wasted opportunity. Here is what you should do with it.

13 Easy Ways to Save Big Bucks at the Movies

on December 10, 2019

A ticket to your local movie theater will cost you around $9. But you can pay less — or maybe nothing at all — with these simple tips.

2-Minute Money Manager: How Do I Get Help With Medical Debt?

on January 7, 2019

Is medical debt making your credit ill? Here are some ideas that might help it heal faster.

6 Ways to Save Big Money in Just Minutes

on December 25, 2018

It only takes a little time to save a lot of money. With the new year in sight, here are a half-dozen things you must do today.

8 Great Ways to Save More at Macy’s

on December 18, 2018

Looking for ways to cut costs at one of America’s favorite retailers? Combine these tips, and you can save a bundle.

Doing the Holidays Without Busting Your Budget

on November 19, 2018

The recipe for holiday sanity: Plan, save and front-load the work. We show you how.

2-Minute Money Manager: How Do I Find a Good Financial Adviser?

on November 13, 2018

No matter what they call themselves — from financial planner to stockbroker or investment manager — their answer to this simple question can help you decide where to get advice.

17 Ways to Keep Your Holidays Debt-Free

on November 6, 2018

These smart tactics help you plan holidays that focus on the fun and avoid a holiday debt hangover in 2019.

2-Minute Money Manager: Where Can Seniors Find Jobs?

on October 22, 2018

If you’re middle-aged or older, finding a job can be a job in itself. Here are some tips that will make it easier.

2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Buy Dental Insurance?

on October 15, 2018

Insurance can be important, but some types of coverage are poor buys. Here’s why dental insurance may not be worth the money.

2-Minute Money Manager: I’m 50 — Should I Go Back to School for a Master’s Degree?

on October 8, 2018

A lot of middle-aged people go back to school for a graduate or undergraduate degree. Good idea? It depends. Here’s what you need to know.

How to Avoid Paying the 10 Most Annoying Fees

on October 5, 2018

Here’s how to make sure you’re not hit by unexpected charges on airline flights, at hotels and in daily financial transactions.

2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Sell My House to an As-Is, All-Cash Buyer?

on April 14, 2020

You’ve seen the signs on the side of the road or the ads online: “We Buy Ugly Houses!” Sound too good to be true? Here’s my take.

Should I Drop Cable and Stream Instead?

on October 1, 2018

If you’re tired of paying the high cost of cable, consider dropping it and going for a streaming TV solution instead. Here’s how to do it, step by step.

2-Minute Money Manager: How Much Should I Spend on an Engagement Ring?

on September 10, 2018

When it comes to engagement rings, ignore traditional advice — and also ignore traditional diamonds.

Cryptocurrencies Are Crashing: Should I Still Invest?

on September 6, 2018

Cryptocurrencies like bitcoin and ethereum are plunging in value today. Should you “buy low” and hope for a turnaround?

2-Minute Money Manager: How Can I Find Unclaimed Money?

on November 18, 2019

Think there’s no way you could possibly have any lost or unclaimed money? That’s what I thought too. Find out why you’re probably wrong.

2-Minute Money Manager: How Do Student Loans Work?

on August 31, 2018

You practically need a doctorate to understand student loans. Here are the CliffsNotes, including how student loans work and the single best way to repay them.

How Much House Can I Afford?

on July 9, 2020

Here are some simple rules of thumb that will tell you how much house you can afford — as well as a simple reason you should ignore them.

Should I Buy an Extended Car Warranty?

on July 2, 2020

Nobody wants an unexpected repair bill, but are extended warranties and service contracts worth it? Here’s how to decide.

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