Make a few easy changes around the house for substantial savings.
Rx for saving: A second opinion on medical bills
Billing errors are common, experts say. Double-billing, typos, upselling, and outright fraud add up to big unexpected medical bills for consumers—even those who think they are fully covered by insurance...
Government owes you money? How to get what you’re owed
Homeowner Michael Paulus believes he was cheated out of his money when a company offered to help him track down a refund he was owed.
Website pays users for “how to” articles
What if you could make money telling people how to do the things you’re really good at? That’s the idea behind a popular Web site that a Dallas mom says she’s cashing in on...
Put your entrepreneurial spirit to work with a side job
There are 6 million more small businesses than there were six years ago in the United States. Some people are putting their entrepreneurial spirit to work and making some extra cash...
Website helps you set and meet financial goals
A free personal finance management website organizes all of your finances in one place and helps you put a savings plan together for things you may want...
How do you save a drenched cell phone?
If your cell phone has been splashed by water or even worse taken an accidental swim in a pool, before you buy a new one, experts say there’s a step by step process you should try first...
Would-be sellers turn to renting when their homes don’t sell
Renting is an option for homeowners stuck in a house they can’t afford. Or for those who can’t sell the home they have.
New law to help in paying back college loans
A new law will cap student loans, based on one’s adjusted gross income. Graduates are saddled with high student loans while facing a rough job market...
One-tank escapes for seven cities
This summer, the key words are “quick” and “easy.“ But you still want a trip that delivers. So, hit the road! These seven drives are real getaways—even if they take you only a few hours from home...
Get in free to national park this summer
Entry fees are being waived at the 147 U.S. parks that charge them for the weekends of June 20-21, July 18-19 and Aug. 15-16. The fee-waiver announced Tuesday offers affordable recreation during a time of economic stress...
What do you do when you owe more on your car than it’s worth?
Thousands of people are driving an “upside down” car, and it’s costing them big money. Car loans are considered “upside down” when the vehicle is worth less than the amount left on the loan...
Many companies will lower your rates…if you know how to ask
You’ve seen ads luring new customers with great deals but did you know you can try to get the same deal even if you’re not a new customer?
Websites help you barter for goods and services
There are websites where you can list what you have to trade, what you want, browse for things like vacation, home trades, electronics, cars…just about anything...
Website helps people cut cost when paying bills
If you can’t figure out where you can save more money on your monthly bills one website may make it easier for you. Just plug in your zip code and the website helps you find the best price for gas, the cheapest cell phone plan, and the best credit card for you...
Couple pays off $46,000 in debt, throw party
A Colorado couple threw a party Saturday for friends and family after mailing off the final check. How Sherrie Muldoon and her husband paid off $46,244 in less than four years?
Simple maintenance can boost your gas mileage
After enjoying a winter of cheap gas warmer weather has prices inching back up again. There are a few things you can do to help save money on gas in these difficult economic times, and also help save the environment...
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