Money
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More Than Half of Shoppers Feel Pressured to Overspend for the Holidays, Survey Says
You’re not the only one feeling stressed out about holiday shopping. A survey by Talker Research found that 56% feel pressure to spend money during the holidays — whether or not they have money to spend. Pressure Comes From Many…
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Tips and Tricks to Make Winter Travel Easier
There are many reasons to set out on a winter trip: Maybe you’re heading for a ski resort, chasing elusive sightings of the aurora borealis, saving money with off-season travel, or visiting relatives for the holidays. But winter packs a…
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Over 1 Million Oven Gloves Recalled Over Burn Risk — Here’s What to Know
When you buy an oven mitt or heat-proof glove, you expect them to prevent burns. But that’s not the case with one brand of oven gloves that’s been on sale for six years now. More than a million pairs of…
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The Worst Cities for Package Theft in 2024
You better watch out, you better not cry — because porch pirates are coming to town, and it might be your package they’ve got their eyes on. According to the annual study by SafeWise, 120.5 million packages were stolen in 2023,…
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Chipotle Just Raised Its Prices Again to ‘Offset Inflation’
There are few restaurants of any variety as beloved as Chipotle in this country, and value is a big reason for a lot of people. That might be changing soon, since Chipotle just announced it will be raising its prices…
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What You Need To Know About the Cold and Flu Season
Though winter may have many of us hunkering down amid cold snaps and snowstorms, it’s also a time that ushers in some unwelcome visitors: colds and flu. Adults average two to three colds a year, and each year 5%-20% of…
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15 Ways to Save on Christmas This Year
Every year, millions of Americans go all out for Christmas. And this year will likely be no different. In fact, almost one-third of consumers said they were still paying off…
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Unexpectedly Awesome Places to Retire Across America
The decision on where to retire has never been more interesting. Based on shifting population demographics and revitalized downtowns in places off the beaten track, it’s eye-opening to see what…
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Amazon Sued for ‘Fake Discounts’ Ahead of Busy Holiday Shopping Season
Holiday shopping is in full swing this week, with Black Friday deals everywhere you look. But one major retailer, Amazon, just got accused of deceptive sales practices in a recently…
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Egg Prices Spike Amid Nationwide Shortage: Here’s Why
Just as shoppers began to feel a bit of relief with inflation easing and supermarket prices inching down, a new hurdle has everyone scrambling — empty egg shelves and soaring…
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17 Things You Wouldn’t Know If You Never Lived in the Suburbs
If you’re a city dweller, living in the suburbs can either seem like a dream or a nightmare. If you’ve never made the move, you should know it’s a little…
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The 25 Best Affordable Places to Live in America
It doesn’t matter if you’re in the top 10 percent or working minimum wage, the cost-of-living crisis is hard to ignore. It’s only normal to think about how to cut…
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10 Best Part-Time Flexible Jobs for Seniors That Will Actually Make Money
With flexible hours and loads of independence, here are some of the most popular jobs in the gig economy that can be a great fit for seniors.
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11 Worst Side Hustles and 9 Better Options to Earn Extra Money
With high prices still an issue for the average consumer, more and more people are looking for ways to make money on the side. However, there is a big difference…
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16 Things That Have No Business Being As Expensive As They Are
There’s been a lot of talk about inflation, even though it dropped to 2.6% this year. Still, some things have become too expensive – and the prices aren’t going down. Here…
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Spirit Airlines Filed for Bankruptcy. Here’s What It Means for You
Budget airline Spirit doesn’t exactly have the best reputation, so it’s probably not a surprise that the company just filed for bankruptcy protection. But considering it happened just as the…
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10 Best and Worst Places to Live on Minimum Wage in America
As housing costs have continued to outpace wages, no one suffers more than minimum-wage workers. However, some places are more affordable than others and provide a better chance for low-income…
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12 Hidden Secrets of Buying a Car That Could Save You a Bundle
Buying a car is one of the most important financial decisions you can make. Picking the right car is one thing, but paying the right price for it is a…
