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Lower Your Energy Bills… A Lot!!
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Lower Your Energy Bills… A Lot!!

The average US household’s monthly power bill pushed past $120 in 2021, then continued to climb in 2022 as the…

Beware Hidden Price Increases
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Beware Hidden Price Increases

Grocery prices are on the rise—but that’s not the only reason we aren’t getting as much for our money. Some…

Secrets of Buying A Home Facing Foreclosure
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Secrets of Buying A Home Facing Foreclosure

Whether you are searching for a home to live in or one to invest in, you likely are facing a…

Will Switching Electricity Suppliers Save You Money?
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Will Switching Electricity Suppliers Save You Money?

Consumers who switch to retail electricity suppliers consistently pay more than people who stay with the default service provided by their local utility.

Streaming Services Could Trigger Surprising Internet Fees
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Streaming Services Could Trigger Surprising Internet Fees

Some Internet providers put caps on monthly data, which means extra fees for streaming video at home that exceeds the cap.

Hidden Home Energy Costs
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Hidden Home Energy Costs

These common always-on appliances can add thousands of dollars to your yearly electricity bill.

Secrets of Getting What You Want When You Complain to Customer Service
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Secrets of Getting What You Want When You Complain to Customer Service

There are things you can do to vastly improve the odds that you will get the resolution you deserve as a consumer.

Home and Car Repairs Are Biggest Reasons You Need an Emergency Fund
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Home and Car Repairs Are Biggest Reasons You Need an Emergency Fund

By understanding how people use emergency funds, you can avoid ever having to use yours.

Most People Without Savings Are Not Worried Enough
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Most People Without Savings Are Not Worried Enough

Most Americans are much too comfortable with their level of savings even if they shouldn’t be.

“Free” Isn’t Always Free
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“Free” Isn’t Always Free

Some things marketed as “free” are not free at all—fees are hidden in the small print. Freebies that carry a…

Your Age Determines How Generous You Are with Tips
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Your Age Determines How Generous You Are with Tips

What age group is the cheapest of the cheap when it comes to tipping? The answer may surprise you.

Beyond the Thermostat — Ways to Save More on Cooling Costs
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Beyond the Thermostat — Ways to Save More on Cooling Costs

Heating and cooling systems typically are responsible for the greatest portion of home energy bills. Here are ways to stay…

Lifetime $10 Park Pass for Seniors to End August 27
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Lifetime $10 Park Pass for Seniors to End August 27

Get a lifetime senior pass from the National Park Service before the cost soars. Currently, any US citizen 62 or…

To Debt-Proof Your Holidays…
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To Debt-Proof Your Holidays…

Americans spend an average of $712 per person on holiday gifts.* Those who rely on credit cards and make minimum…

Save Big Bucks at Year’s End
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Save Big Bucks at Year’s End

These last few months of the year are a great time to save yourself a lot of money in medical…