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Parking Perks or Hidden Fees: How Much Should You Tip a Valet?

Valets put in a lot of labor. In addition to being in charge of moving cars safely, they also have to operate fast and effectively, regardless of the weather, including wind, rain, heat, or snow.

May 21, 2024 1:20 PM EDT


Spaving Trend Explained: Are You Spending More to Save Less?

"Spaving" is a rebranded term for an old "trap" that is affecting grocery shops, merchants, and even online casinos: spending more to save money.

May 20, 2024 2:16 PM EDT


Survey Shows Women Are Generous Diners, Spotting Friends $24 on Average

The average amount of money American women would spend for a friend's dinner was $24. The average amount of money American women would spend for a friend's dinner was $24(Photo : by Mohau Mannathoko) The average amount of money American women would spend for a friend's dinner was $24.

May 20, 2024 12:39 PM EDT


Tight Grad Market? Here's How to Get Hired (On a Budget!)

A survey from the National Association of Colleges and Employers states that employers intend to recruit 5.8% fewer recent college graduates from this year's class than they did from the class of 2023.

May 17, 2024 12:58 PM EDT


Build Lasting Wealth with These Expert-Backed Passive Income Idea

There are still some proven passive income techniques available that yield positive results. There are still some proven passive income techniques available that yield positive results.

May 17, 2024 12:56 PM EDT


Sustainable Investing Made Easy: Low-Cost ESG Fund Options for May 2024

Regular investors continue to desire ESG funds, despite some opponents labeling them as "woke" investing. These funds consider a portfolio's firms' financial fundamentals in addition to their environmental, social, and governance considerations.

May 17, 2024 12:54 PM EDT


Don’t Sweat the Bills: Resources to Help You Pay for Utilities

The most recent data from the Consumer Price Index shows that, from March 2023 to March 2024, the index for electricity increased by 5%, which is more than economists would want to see. (Electricity rates increased by 0.9% from February to March 2024.)

May 16, 2024 3:45 PM EDT


Are Meme Stocks a Risky Bet or a Chance for Big Gains?

Tuesday saw a spike in the value of several "meme stocks," or businesses whose valuation is driven more by social media talk than by more conventional economic factors like growth and profitability.

May 15, 2024 11:52 PM EDT


Heat Wave Hack: How to Keep Your Home Cool Without Breaking the Bank

You could find yourself rushing to lower the thermostat's setting more frequently if scorching temperatures are predicted.

May 15, 2024 2:53 PM EDT


Buying Returned Items in Bin Stores Gives You Up to 80% Discount

Have you ever wondered what happens when you return clothing, a coffee machine, or other purchases to online stores like Amazon?

May 14, 2024 5:40 PM EDT


How Junk Fees Disguise True Prices

Nearly 90% of respondents to a 2024 Navigator Research survey conducted among voters in 61 competitive congressional districts for the general election said they wanted Congress to enact legislation restricting or outlawing these fees.

May 13, 2024 2:25 PM EDT


IRS Issues Larger Tax Refunds With 2.2% Increase: Here Are Smart Spending Tips to Use Your Additional $75

According to the most current IRS data, the typical taxpayer receives a $2,852 refund, which is $75 higher than the previous year. So, what should you do with that cash?

May 13, 2024 1:07 PM EDT


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