Personal Finance
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First Avocado Toast, Now Rotisserie Chicken: The Internet Has a New Reason Millennials Are Broke
If you’re wondering why millennials are broke, don’t blame avocado toast. The Wall Street Journal has a new theory involving rotisserie chicken.
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11 Frugal Habits That Really Just Aren’t Worth the Trouble
Some frugal habits that aren’t worth it waste time and sanity while saving pennies. Here are the money-saving habits you should skip.
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You Don’t Say: Report Shows the People Hit the Hardest by Tariffs Are Americans
A new report from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York confirms that tariffs are hurting Americans the most. Surprise, surprise.
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If You’re Carrying Any of These 10 Financial Documents Around, You’re Asking for Trouble
Take a look at these financial documents to avoid carrying around — all of which could put you at risk for fraud or identity theft if lost or stolen.
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Report Says Inflation Cooled in January. Consumers Aren’t Buying It
On paper, this is the slowest pace of inflation since last spring. Here’s why consumers aren’t feeling the news that inflation cooled down.
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31 Fun Hobbies That Can Become Money-Making Side Hustles
Looking for money-making hobbies? These 31 hobbies can turn your favorite pastimes into profitable side hustles and extra cash.
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Once Included, Now Extra: 10 Hotel Amenities That We Can’t Believe Cost Money
Free breakfast, parking, Wi-Fi, and more hotel amenities now come with fees. Here’s what hotels used to include — and now charge extra for.
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Sneaky Dealer Fees You Should Absolutely Refuse When Buying a Car
Learn which car dealer fees you can refuse, why add-ons like VIN etching and nitrogen tires are scams, and how to avoid overpaying.
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Sneaky Ways Companies Make It Hard to Cancel Subscriptions (and How to Beat Them)
Companies make it hard to cancel subscriptions all the time. Learn the tricks they use and how to cancel streaming services, apps, and more.
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16 Times Cash Wins Over Credit Cards (Yes, Even Now)
Learn when to pay with cash instead of credit cards to avoid fees, curb overspending, and save money in 16 everyday situations.
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‘Collectible’ Figurines That Boomers Waste Money On
These collectible figurines boomers bought in the ’80s and ’90s were once hyped as valuable, but today most are worthless and unwanted clutter.
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New Trump Accounts Give $1,000 to Newborns. Now How About Money for Groceries?
Trump Accounts, a new program that puts $1,000 into an account for every newborn, will launch on July 5. But would we prefer grocery money?
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$1,000 Monthly Car Payments Are Becoming the Norm, and We’re Not OK
According to a new report, over 20% of new-car owners make monthly payments of $1,000 or more. We look into how and why that happened.
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13 Purchases That Feel Like a Bad Deal No Matter Where You Shop
Some overpriced purchases feel like a rip-off no matter where you shop. These everyday items almost always lead to instant buyer’s remorse.
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The Average 50-Something Is Apparently Worth $1.4 Million, and We Have Questions
New data says that the average American in their 50s is worth over $1 million, but what does that really mean? Let’s look at the numbers.
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‘Kirkland Used to Be Good’: Frugal Shoppers Say These 19 Costco Products Are a Total Trap
Frugal shoppers reveal the Costco products to avoid if you want to save money and skip bulk buys that aren’t actually a deal.
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14 Common Expenses That Would’ve Sounded Ridiculous a Decade Ago
Everyday expenses like streaming subscriptions, airline fees, and app charges didn’t exist 10 years ago — but now they’re unavoidable.
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15 Common Financial Scams People Are Still Falling For (and How to Avoid Them)
Learn the 15 most common financial scams targeting consumers today and how to spot red flags, protect your money, and avoid falling victim.
