Money
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12 Cheap Purchases That Save Money in the Long Run
While some products are worth splurging on because they won’t break down or wear out as quickly as the cheaper version, there are also, thankfully, some inexpensive items that are worth buying because they, too, will save money in the long…
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Iconic American Brands That Aren’t Made in the U.S.
The declining state of manufacturing in America is a reliably hot-button political issue. Though industries such as finance and real estate have gradually grown to employ more workers than manufacturing, it’s still difficult to grasp just how many products are…
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10 Best American Cities to Buy a House
As the housing market becomes more and more of a nightmare, it’s always nice to focus on the little things. Even though the house across the street is being sold for a preposterous number, there are still cities where owning…
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Experts Say That Boomers Might Never Retire — Here’s Why
At one time in our history, retirement was a given, an all-but-assured final chapter after years of working hard. While some people might choose to work past 65, many look forward to leaving the workforce. Today, enjoying one’s golden years…
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Kohl’s Is Closing 27 Stores In 15 States This Weekend — Full List
Kohl’s is shutting down 27 underperforming stores across 15 states this Saturday, March 29. The closures were announced in January as a part of the retailer’s strategy to optimize operations amid declining sales. This move affects less than 3% of…
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Dollar Tree Is Selling Family Dollar and Closing 1,000 Stores
After a rocky marriage that cost billions and closed thousands of doors, Dollar Tree is calling it quits with Family Dollar. Here’s what’s going down in the discount aisle. Dollar Tree Is Cutting Its Losses and Selling Family Dollar Dollar…
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23andMe Files for Bankruptcy — Officials Urge Users to Delete Their DNA Data
After years of promising to revolutionize health and ancestry tracking, Gene testing firm 23andMe is officially out of steam — and now it’s officially backing down and declaring bankruptcy. Here is everything…
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7 Bedtime Habits of Successful People in their 60s
The importance of sleep cannot be overstated. You suffer greater risk for just about everything when you’re not getting enough sleep, and it becomes especially important as you get older.…
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32 Collectibles That Are Now Probably Worthless
Many of us hold onto things for years, sometimes decades, believing our “treasures” — well-considered purchases made for investment, collections methodically assembled, or even family heirlooms — will yield big…
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The 15 Most In-Demand Jobs Right Now
If you’re looking to change careers or researching which industry is hot right now, you may be surprised at what you find. While some popular jobs may be experiencing a…
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People Are Abandoning These States
When it comes to the most stressful times of your life, moving is up there with getting divorced, losing your job, or having a death in the family. And it…
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10 Best (and Worst) Cities for Home Ownership
When you’re trying to buy a house, there’s one thing that matters almost more than anything: location. Where you live affects how much you’ll pay, what kind of home you…
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Cheap Alternatives for Things That Are Too Expensive These Days
The occasional splurge is a beautiful and necessary part of life, but there are so many temptations out there in this world of ours, eh? It turns out that there…
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Dollar General Closing Almost 150 Stores Soon
Over 20,000 Dollar General Stores operate across the country, providing a place to get inexpensive housewares and groceries. But soon that number will shrink by nearly 150 locations, according to…
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The Cheapest U.S. Airports to Use For Your Next Flight
The average price of an airline ticket is $365.64, according to data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics. That’s a serious blow to the wallet. While most people spend time…
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Here’s How Long You Should Keep Your Tax Returns and Why
After going through the annual chore of filing tax returns, most people want to put the ordeal behind them. But before banishing the experience from memory, there’s one more important…
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11 Budgeting Mistakes That Could Cost You
Sometimes you do things that seem like they’ll save you money … only they cost you in the long run. Avoid these mistakes so that you actually can cut back…
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6 Places in Your Home Where You Lose the Most Heat
When days are cold, staying warm inside sounds perfect — but heat follows the laws of thermodynamics, not your wishes. It naturally moves toward cooler areas, slipping out through hidden…
