Paying the lowest prices is not just about watching seasonal retail trends. The time of day can make a difference too.
Your education level, employment status and ZIP code could mean higher rates, even with a spotless driving record. Is that fair?
Whether it's your cellphone bill, household necessities or groceries, there are ways to cut costs without sacrificing quality of life.
If your medical expenses exceed 7.5% of your income, you can deduct what you pay for medical care, including eyeglasses and mileage for doctor visits.
The IRS is cracking down on schemes that use ID theft to file for fraudulent tax refunds. New safeguards are delaying refunds to early filers.
The president wants to cut taxes on investment and add a 10% credit for businesses that create jobs or raise wages. Some of his proposals already have bipartisan support.
There will be no excuse for you to miss the Super Bowl this year . . . unless you just don't like sports.
New federal regulations make the real price of airline tickets more transparent, but you still need to dig deeper before you buy.
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