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Get the Best Cellphone Plan: 3 Simple Tips
Tina Chang on July 27, 2018
Here’s what you need to know to choose the best cellphone plan for you or your family and not overspend.
50 Affordable Products That Just Make Life Better
Marilyn Lewis on June 8, 2018
Most of these classic products are inexpensive if not downright cheap. All are chosen because of their capacity to make your days easier and your life a little happier.
Robocall Complaints Double in 2017 — Here’s How to End the Pesky Calls
Chris Kissell on November 8, 2017
Robocall-fueled complaints have doubled since January. Learn crucial tips for stopping this scourge.
New York City on the Cheap: The 50 Best Free Sites to Visit on Your Trip
Nancy Dunham on October 7, 2017
Here’s what you need to see in the Big Apple — and for the most part you can do it yourself, for free or cheap.
7 Ways to Survive Decorating Differences With Your Roommate or Spouse
Marilyn Lewis on July 14, 2017
You are a great couple, but your taste in home decor are Venus and Mars? Here’s how to avoid a domestic battle.
Fixing Your Credit? Do These 5 Things, Avoid These 3
Jim Gold on June 11, 2021
There are some things you should and should not do when trying to fix your credit. Here’s our list of things to keep in mind.
7 Ways to Bounce Back From Financial Disaster
Marilyn Lewis on March 30, 2016
A money crisis is tough, but everyone falls down at some point – it’s getting up that matters. Here are the key steps on the road to recovery.
Ask Stacy: Do Unpaid Bills Expire, or Will I Owe Them Forever?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
If you receive a bill from a collection agency for a debt that’s 10 years old, do you have to pay it? If you think the statute of limitations automatically lets you off the hook, think again.
Ask Stacy: Can You Help Me Clean Up My Credit History?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
This reader has bad marks on her credit history, is worried they’ll prevent her from getting a job, and wants to get them removed. There are millions of Americans in her shoes.
12 Ways to Save a Bundle on Back-to-School Stuff
Angela Colley on August 10, 2015
The average parent drops more than $600 on their kids’ back-to-school needs, but you don’t have to.
8 Steps to Save Big at CVS
Ari Cetron on June 23, 2016
How to find and stack discounts like a pro at the popular pharmacy.
5 Scams That Plague Small Businesses
Allison Martin on June 5, 2015
Small business owners need to be aware of five scams that could cripple the bottom line.
The 5 Reasons People Fall for Scams and Gotchas
Bob Sullivan on September 16, 2014
If you think you’re too smart to fall for cons and scams, you’re setting yourself up to be a victim.
Tax Hacks 2014: Avoid Tax Preparation Impulse Buys
Stacy Johnson CPA on February 19, 2014
It’s apparently not enough to simply charge for preparing your taxes. Some services want to separate you from part of your refund with refund anticipation loans and checks. Just say no.
What Men and Women Really Want for Valentine’s Day
Guest Blogger on February 10, 2014
Men and women are not on the same page when it comes to their preferred gift for Valentine’s Day, a survey finds.
DIY Fitness: 10 Tips to Get In Shape Without the Gym
Allison Martin on January 16, 2014
Did you resolve to get in shape this year, but can’t afford a pricey gym membership? These tips can help you reach your fitness goals while spending little or no money.
10 Reasons You’re a Target for Identity Theft
Allison Martin on January 8, 2014
Are you making yourself an easy target for identity theft? Here are a few indicators.
New Year’s Eve Is the Best Day of the Year to Buy a Car
Allison Martin on December 17, 2013
Dealers are anxious to clear the lot and meet sales targets at the end of the year.
Why You Should Buy a House Now
Angela Colley on June 26, 2013
The housing market is on the upswing in many parts of the country and, for many prospective homeowners, now is a great time to buy. Are you ready?
Ask Stacy: Is This Source for Free Credit Scores For Real?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
A reader thought he was getting a free credit report, but he was actually signing up with a credit repair agency. Let’s be careful out there, folks.
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