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Applying for College Financial Aid Just Got a Little Easier
Krystal Steinmetz on September 15, 2015
How a newly streamlined process is geared to help students and families get an accurate picture of college costs earlier in the year and make better decisions.
Why U.S. Pumpkin Sales Plummet, Even as Our Taste for Pumpkin Peaks
Krystal Steinmetz on September 15, 2015
Our love for this seasonal flavor has not waned, but Americans tend to choose the fattening versions of what could be a healthy food.
Do Jessica Alba’s ‘Honest’ Products Make Dishonest Claims?
Krystal Steinmetz on September 14, 2015
The Honest Co. founded by the actress has recently been hit with two lawsuits. Find out why consumers are suing the eco-friendly firm.
How to Save $500 for Christmas Shopping
Jim Gold on September 14, 2015
A little planning now will lower holiday stress later and even save you money.
4 Tips for Helping the Syrian People in Crisis
Ari Cetron on September 14, 2015
The best ways to contribute to people affected by the conflict and make sure your money doesn’t end up in the hands of a scammer instead.
10 Automakers to Put This Crash-Prevention System in All New Cars
Jim Gold on September 13, 2015
Find out which makers will install Automatic Emergency Breaking as a standard feature, and how this technology could change insurance rates.
Seattle Teachers Strike Puts 53,000 Students in Limbo
Jim Gold on September 13, 2015
Negotiations are to resume Saturday to iron out disputes over teacher pay and other issues. The city’s public schools have been closed for the first three days of the new academic year.
People With Arthritis More Likely to Slip Into Poverty
Karla Bowsher on September 11, 2015
Men and women with arthritis have a significantly greater chance of becoming poor. And one gender is especially at risk.
For $900 a Month, You Can Have it All (in Missoula)
Bob Sullivan on September 11, 2015
Here’s a town that exists within a ‘sane circle,’ where earning a regular living is enough to afford regular housing and lifestyle.
Boomers, Gen Xers Say They Aren’t Fiscally Fit For Retirement
Jim Gold on September 10, 2015
Health and wealth rank high among concerns in a new survey of two generations closest to retirement age.
Don’t Let Your College Student Fail Money 101
Jim Gold on September 10, 2015
A new survey indicates most college students think they know more about how to handle money than they really do. Here’s how to educate them.
AMA Warns Health Insurance Mergers Will Drive Up Patient Costs
Krystal Steinmetz on September 9, 2015
Critics in the medical establishment say the proposed mergers involving four major insurance companies will undermine quality medical care. Here’s why.
Are E-Cigarettes Increasing Marijuana Use?
Karla Bowsher on September 9, 2015
Some teenagers are using electronic cigarettes for more than a nicotine buzz, new research shows.
President Orders New Benefits for Federal Contract Workers
Krystal Steinmetz on September 9, 2015
The latest executive order mandating paid sick leave for about 300,000 employees has some small businesses grumbling.
Retirees, Take Note: Downsizing Can Be Surprisingly Costly
Krystal Steinmetz on September 9, 2015
Answering four basic questions could help you avoid making the wrong move.
Should Men or Women Pay on the First Date?
Karla Bowsher on September 8, 2015
Even in 2015, the vast majority of heterosexual couples still don’t split the check 50/50 on the first date. What is going on?
The Music Album Designed to Give You 8 Hours of Sleep
Karla Bowsher on September 8, 2015
When composer Max Richter performs his latest album live in Berlin this month, the goal will be to put the audience to sleep.
Tempted by the New iPhone? 7 Points to Ponder Before You Pay Hundreds
Jim Gold on September 17, 2015
Does the latest Apple offering have new features that justify the upgrade? Here’s how to decide if it’s worth it for you, and — if it is — ways to offset the cost.
3 Steps to Avoid Debt When Holiday Shopping
Donna Freedman on March 23, 2016
As you enjoy the last few rays of summer this Labor Day, don’t forget that the holiday shopping season soon will be upon us. Here are three ways to keep finances full of good cheer.
Citizens, You’ll Soon Be Able to ‘Yelp’ the Federal Government
Krystal Steinmetz on September 6, 2015
Consumers use online reviews to share praise and cautionary tales about millions of private businesses and services. Is this a good tool for communicating about and with Uncle Sam?
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