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Lawn mowers, trucks and whiskey — and other things we bought with money we saved on gas
As gas prices dropped, some invested their savings. And then there are these people.
1 min read May 18, 2015 -
How long will car repo hurt my credit?
A car was repossessed and your marriage was a wreck? Here’s a road map for credit repair.
2 min read Mar 06, 2015 -
Budgets can crumble in times of trouble
Our Money Pulse survey shows Americans like to budget. Are they ready if a crisis occurs?
5 min read Jan 07, 2015 -
Credit score vs. credit report: What’s what?
They sound similar, but they’re not. Here’s what you need to know.
4 min read Nov 21, 2014 -
Dad co-signs car loan and it haunts him
A lender goes after Dad to pay off his daughter’s 12-year-old auto loan. What’s a dad to do?
2 min read Nov 12, 2014 -
Should you give your kid a smartphone?
Deciding when a child is ready for a smartphone can be tricky. Here are some tips.
4 min read Oct 09, 2014 -
7 ways to keep your home warm this winter
Don’t wind up cold this winter. We’ve debunked these myths so your home stays toasty.
5 min read Sep 09, 2014 -
Is wearable technology worth buying yet?
‘Wearables’ may be the wave of the future, but are they worth paying for in the present?
4 min read Sep 04, 2014 -
Should you buy a smart toilet seat?
These smart toilets not only hygienically wash and dry your bottom; they entertain you.
3 min read Jul 30, 2014 -
Legal options for struggling co-signers
You already co-signed on a student loan. What’s the recourse if you have to make payments?
2 min read Jul 05, 2014