Coupons have been around since the late 1800s, but they’ve never been quite as popular as they were in the ’60s and ’70s. They still exist, but the ones you see are the last of a dying breed. Wondering why…
Bad bosses are disruptive to a workplace even when they’re being completely honest. When they lie, it’s even worse. A Gallup poll shows that only 24% of workers strongly agree that their employer cares about their well-being — a stunning…
JCPenney is unloading 119 store properties in a $947 million deal — but not because it’s shutting them down. The retailer handed off its real estate years ago when it filed for bankruptcy in 2020, and this is just the latest round…
While we tend to associate traveling and going on vacation with hefty expenses, it doesn’t always have to be that way. With a combination of thoughtful planning and a few clever tricks up your sleeve, you can enjoy a memorable…
Many of the country’s lowest-earning workers got a raise in 2025. Twenty-one states raised their minimum wages in January, and while that underscores the fact that many places have instituted minimum wages higher than the federal minimum, several still use the national…
Nordstrom Rack, the offshoot of the popular department store, has been opening a ton of locations lately, despite falling profits. After opening over 20 stores last year, there are plenty more on the way, with five states currently confirmed for…
Some regrets come with age, and some come with experience Best Advice from Seniors to Millennials . Here are a few that might ring a bell or, if you’re young enough,…
The employment landscape seems somewhat shaky lately — between the shifting economy, global politics, and the rise of artificial intelligence, it can be challenging to feel secure in a given…
Unless you’re one of those people who has a bunch of gold and $100 bills buried in your backyard, you’re going to need to use a bank. Are big banks…
No matter the reason, overdue payments on an outstanding bill or loan can damage your credit score. If even a $10 balance is one day late, which the industry counts…
As extreme summertime heat becomes more common and lasts longer, the risk of heat-related deaths and illnesses increases. In the coming weeks, a massive “heat dome” is expected to cook much…
Does anyone else feel grocery shopping is a total gut punch these days? The prices at the grocery store have gotten so out of hand that we’re forced to psych…
Credit and debit cards have their place in a frugal consumer’s wallet. But paying with plastic is not always the best way to go — and it’s possible to make…
While aiming to maximize profits, car dealerships may sometimes encourage tactics that can trick you into paying more money than you should. These tactics can include omitting critical information about a vehicle’s…
It’s the height of summer, when families spend lots of time in their backyard pools. However, millions of above-ground pools from four popular brands have been recalled, according to a…
Backyard pools seem like an ultra-convenient way to cool off and welcome friends — certainly less of a schlep than going to the beach or to a community pool. Think…
Buying a house is a serious adulting goal. But the complexity of the home-buying process — which most people navigate only a few times in their lives — presents numerous…
There are many reasons to love Costco, and it’s difficult to leave the store without spending $100 on things you didn’t have on your list. But there are some things…