Money
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24 Countries With Less National Wealth Than New York City
New York City is home to more than 380,000 millionaires—not to mention 65 billionaires, some of whom are reluctant to spend their cash. The richest city in the world, New York’s roughly 8.5 million residents combine for $3 trillion in…
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10 Strategies to Actually Keep Those Resolutions
It’s time again for a new crop of lofty goals and aspirations: Slim down, stay organized, save money, be nicer. Unfortunately, surveys have shown that as many as 9 out of 10 people fail to keep their New Year’s resolutions.…
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Think Twice Before Making These New Year’s Resolutions for 2020
Better Resolutions Trying or buying something new might seem like the perfect way to start the year — until you realize how much it costs. Some of the most common New Year’s resolutions are some of the most expensive. Here…
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Amazing Instant Pot Deals to Grab Before Christmas
Spend any amount of time researching Instant Pots — or multicookers, instant crocks, multi-pots, etc. — and your eyes might start to roll back in your head (trust us, we know). But, whether it’s a gift or for yourself, it…
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Which States Pay the Most for Electricity?
The national average for electricity prices has risen more than 30% in the past 15 years, eating up a larger and larger share of Americans’ after-tax income, particularly for the poorest families. In September, the average residential electricity bill was…
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21 New, Nifty, and Necessary Things to Buy in 2020
It’s the beginning of a new decade, and there’s no better time to equip yourself with the best products and devices to cook, listen to music, shop, and run your home. Here are products you should buy in 2020 —…
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Decade Dead Zone: Brands, Stores, and Products That Have Disappeared
It’s been a rough decade for traditional brands. What’s now called the Retail Apocalypse began in 2010, thanks to rising rents, the dominance of Amazon, changes in bargain shopping, overexpansion,…
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30 Beloved Restaurants and Bars That Closed This Year
Nearly everyone has a favorite restaurant or bar. Whether you’ve been going for decades or are a recent convert, there’s something special about saying “this is my regular place.” And…
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23 Smart Investments You Should Have Made in 2019
Though a trade war with China continues and the stock market has seen patches of volatility and turbulence, this year has been good for investors. “Yes, the huge market decline…
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26 Companies That Are Doing Good Deeds With Your Dollars
There’s a famous quote by Bill Gates, uttered in 2006: “I believe that with great wealth comes great responsibility, a responsibility to give back to society …” Gates has always…
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Companies That Have Changed the Way We Live Over the Past Decade
The past decade has brought about tremendous change in our daily lives thanks to the evolution of technology and companies launching apps and products designed to help us with even…
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Free Holiday Shipping: How Much You Have to Spend at Your Favorite Stores
No one likes to pay for shipping, and this holiday season, you won’t have to pay at many of the most popular retailers. Some are offering free shipping on all…
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The Biggest Wastes of Money in 2019
Everyone makes questionable financial choices. But most individuals’ money mistakes are chump change compared with the waste, fraud, and just plain dumb decisions made on a larger scale by private…
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25 Walmart Holiday Gift Bargains
It’s not too early to start tackling that gift list. Walmart — along with warehouse-club rival Costco — remains one of the best places to do it on the cheap,…
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50 Money-Saving Tips for Holiday Travel
Traveling here, there, and yon over the holidays need not leave you insolvent — or stress you out. There are workarounds galore that savvy travelers can use to find huge…
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12 Travel Benefits for Veterans and Service Members
No matter the branch, whether they’re active duty, veterans, or retired personnel, military members — and in many cases, their families — enjoy a huge variety of deals, discounts, and…
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12 Things to Know Before Buying Cannabis in States Where It’s Legal
In less than two decades, 33 states have legalized cannabis in some form, indicating that there’s been a major shift in public opinion on marijuana use. But as the laws…
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22 Tips for a Successful Side Hustle
Uber and Lyft. Rover. TaskRabbit. Shipt. Postmates. The list of gig economy opportunities is long these days. For those looking to make a little extra cash — whether for early…
