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Spending money on kids' sports: Worth it or not?

May 21, 2014
You don't have to spend a lot to help your kids enjoy and succeed in sports.

The new rules of internships

May 16, 2014
A series of recent lawsuits against employers offering unpaid internships have changed the rules of the game.

Who's at fault for credit fraud: Company or consumer?

May 16, 2014
David Lazarus tells us a story of one woman's unidentifiable credit card charges.

Snobby salespeople sell more luxury goods

May 16, 2014
Customers are more likely to buy luxury goods from rude, snooty, or aloof salespeople.

Trim the fat from your food budget

May 16, 2014
Meal planning and reducing food waste are the biggest steps toward getting your grocery budget under control.

The triple tax break of a Health Savings Account

May 9, 2014
HSAs make that high-deductible insurance plan go down a little smoother.

Should you DIY or hire a financial adviser?

May 8, 2014
How to figure out if you should fly solo or hire a professional financial adviser.

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What to do when you can't pay for college

May 2, 2014
Saving for college is a priority for many parents, but sometimes life gets in the way. What do you do with zero savings?

Female breadwinners are rising

May 2, 2014
Farnoosh Torabi, author of "When She Makes More," explains how the rise of female breadwinners is changing relationships.

Deciphering financial aid offers for college

Apr 25, 2014
If a financial aid package looks too good to be true, it probably is.