Money
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Publishers Clearing House Files for Bankruptcy, But Will Still Run Sweepstakes
Publishers Clearing House commercials — you know, the ones where they’d show up at someone’s door with a giant check — were inescapable in the 1980s and 1990s, but you probably haven’t seen one in years. If you’re wondering what…
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16 Rare Vinyl Records That Can Be Worth a Lot Today
If you’ve got a box of old records lying around, it might be a good time to check what’s actually in there. While not every dusty LP is a hidden gem, a few of them have gone for the kind…
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Why Women Are Taxed More on Underwear Than Men
Unlike men’s tighty whities, women’s underwear has long been considered fashion, but does that mean women should pay more for their undergarments? Nevertheless, they do. Women pay a higher tariff rate on their undergarments than men do, which translates into higher…
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American Cities With the Most Expensive Pizza
When you’re hungry, don’t feel like cooking, and don’t want to spend a lot of money, pizza is the perfect choice. It’s cheap, readily available, and can feed a whole family. Plus, no matter how picky anyone is, you can…
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13 Things You Should Never Donate
If you’re anything like us, you’ve got the spring cleaning bug right now. The urge to purge your closets and basement of clutter is strong, and you’ll probably consider donating a lot of it to second hand shops. But despite…
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Mistakes Seniors Should Avoid When Downsizing Their Home
Downsizing can be an exhilarating process that leaves you with more financial freedom and fewer pesky household chores. But as with any major life decision, there are plenty of pitfalls besides having to get rid of unneeded stuff that can…
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Big Lots Will Reopen 218 Locations. Here’s the Full List Opening This Week
Update: Big Lots Is Reopening 132 Stores in May. Here’s the Full List It’s been a long, bumpy road for Big Lots. The chain that sells everything from gourmet pasta to…
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Common Retirement Regrets You’ll Want to Prevent
Time and careful planning are what you need to retire and live happily ever after, but many retirees wind up with regrets. We’ve talked to senior financial planning experts and…
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150 Macy’s Stores Are Closing. Here’s the Full List So Far
Retail chains are closing locations all over the place. Just recently, Joann went out of business completely, Big Lots closed most locations in bankruptcy, and Kohl’s closed over two dozen…
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Things You Should Never Buy at Costco, Sam’s Club, or BJ’s
Sam’s Club, Costco, and BJ’s Wholesale Club make items a bargain by selling them in bulk, but the savings don’t always add up. Sometimes, shoppers are actually better off buying…
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How Much Money a Family Needs to Live Comfortably in Each State, Ranked
It costs far too much to live in this country, and that’s just for one person. When you’re raising a family, those costs shoot up, up, and up. Just how…
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The Biggest Mistakes People Make With Their Wills
Making a will should be on your mind — yet up to 60% of Americans do not have a will, according to a summary of the situation by LegalZoom. It’s…
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The Best Costco Frozen Food Deals
There’s a lot to love about Costco’s frozen food section: It’s cheap, it’s convenient, and there’s plenty to choose from. Buying Costco freezer meals often makes more sense than picking…
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Creative Easter Basket Decorating Ideas Are Anything But Boring
Easter is a time for families and friends to come together, enjoy each other’s company, and indulge in the tradition of Easter baskets filled with goodies. While candy and chocolate…
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12 Easy and Inexpensive Ways To Decorate for Easter
There are plenty of ways to celebrate Easter: Attend a church service, dye Easter eggs, buy a bag of the best jelly beans around. But before running to the craft store…
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12 Costco Secrets That Employees Aren’t Telling You
Costco is that rare place where you can leave with a 72-pack of granola bars, a TV, and a wheel of cheese — and still feel like you saved money.…
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Security PIN Codes You Should Never Use
Four digit PIN codes protect everything from your bank account to your cell phone. But if you choose your PIN yourself, chances are your money and data isn’t as safe…
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20 High-Protein Breakfasts That Are Easy and Delicious
Most Americans aren’t getting enough protein at breakfast. That’s a problem, according to the American Society for Nutrition, which says that high-protein breakfasts are associated with a long list of…
