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Cutting the cord? These streaming services replace cable on the cheap

By Henry T. Casey published 25 May 22

We've got your six best services to replace cable TV with. So why wait? Cut the cord today.

11 easy household tips to help you save money and fight inflation

By Cynthia Lawrence published 24 May 22

These top household tips will help you stretch your monthly budget and save cash.

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How to never pay full price for video games again

By Marshall Honorof published 21 May 22

Video games don’t have to be fiendishly expensive, provided you’re willing to do a little legwork — and give your backlog some love while you wait.

This is the best phone under $300 I'd buy now

By Philip Michaels published 19 May 22

At $282, the OnePlus Nord N20 5G is the phone to get if you want the most useful features in a super-cheap phone.

Canceling Netflix? You can get these two streaming services for the same price

By Kelly Woo published 19 May 22

If you're planning to cancel Netflix, you replace it with two great streaming services at the same price

These EVs come with free charging — what you need to know

By Alistair Charlton published 18 May 22

Some EVs include free charging when you buy a new model - here's what you need to know.

I really hope this iPhone 14 price rumor is false — here's why

By Philip Michaels published 14 May 22

A rumor claims the iPhone 14 Pro models will cost $100 more than their iPhone 13 counterparts. Price hikes are never great, but this year, they're especially unwelcome.

Intuit to pay customers duped into buying TurboTax — how to know if you're eligible

By Mike Prospero published 5 May 22

Consumers who were eligible for TurboTax's free tax-filing but paid for its service are due a refund following a settlement between Intuit and the state Attorneys General.

How to cook using less oil

By Cynthia Lawrence published 4 May 22

As we face a global sunflower oil shortage, how can we use less oil when cooking, and alternatives to use.

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I wouldn't pay more than $500 for a phone — and this is the one I'd get

By Philip Michaels published 2 May 22

Forget about flagship devices — a trio of phones that cost less than $500 offers all the features you'd need

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Your Amazon Prime benefits will soon be available at other retailers

By Louis Ramirez published 22 April 22

Buy with Prime is a new perk that allows Prime members to enjoy fast shipping at retailers outside of Amazon.

Every Prime member should know these money-saving Amazon buying tricks

By Rory Mellon published 22 April 22

Get more out of your Prime membership and save money at Amazon with these buying tricks and hacks.

Streaming service cancelations are on the rise — here's what I'd keep

By Henry T. Casey published 20 April 22

Budgets are tightening and Disney Plus is one of the victims — here's what you should know.

You won’t believe the recommended temperature for your thermostat this summer

By Alan Martin published 19 April 22

It may sound counterintuitive, but there’s a good reason for the US Department of Energy’s high recommended thermostat temperatures.

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I just canceled this streaming service — and I didn't want to

By Henry T. Casey published 19 April 22

Our streaming editor walks us through his latest canceled streaming service. He actually wanted to keep it, back when he thought it would provide something that his live TV service of choice doesn't.

Amazon fuel and inflation surcharge just announced — what it means for you

By Louis Ramirez published 15 April 22

An Amazon fuel and inflation surcharge could mean steeper prices for consumers. Here's what you need to know.

The one Amazon tool you need to use before clicking buy

By Rory Mellon published 14 April 22

If you're looking for the best prices at Amazon, you need to be using this extremely helpful price checking tool.

The best budgeting apps for 2022

By Melissa Perenson published 13 April 22

We've tested the best budgeting apps to help you decide which one is right for you.

Should you buy or lease a car?

By Tom Pritchard published 9 April 22

If you’re buying a new car, here’s the pros and cons of buying vs. leasing a car.

Everydollar review

By Melissa Perenson published 4 April 22

The free version of EveryDollar isn’t the best for those making a budget, but the paid tier is worth the price.

Cryptocurrency scams — what they are and how to avoid them

By Emily Long published 4 April 22

Cryptocurrency scams abound as the price of crypto rises. Here's what you need to watch out for.

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Xbox Game Pass reportedly launching Family Plan to save you money

By Roland Moore-Colyer published 1 April 22

Here's how an Xbox Game Pass could ape Netflix with a potential Family Plan subscription.

Intuit Mint review: Personal finance made simple

By Melissa Perenson published 31 March 22

Mint’s free service provides versatile tools for tracking your spending and income.

Personal Capital from Empower review

By Melissa Perenson published 31 March 22

Personal Capital provides provides an at-a-glance view of your financial health, but its tools for budgeting and saving lack the depth and customization of competitors.

Simplifi by Quicken review: Budgeting and tracking driven by an elegant interface

By Melissa Perenson published 31 March 22

True to its name, Simplifi provides a flexible approach to budgeting and a versatile view of your financial health.

YNAB review: Personalized budgeting that accounts for every dollar

By Melissa Perenson published 30 March 22

Editor's Choice

With a streamlined interface and the flexibility of unlinked accounts, YNAB can positively impact your wallet and your money mindset.

How to get Apple Music for free

By Lee Dunkley published 30 March 22

Get Apple Music for free for six months or even longer when you sign up to one of these amazing offers.

2022 tax deadlines: When you need to file

By Melissa Perenson published 24 March 22

Here's when you need to file your tax returns, how to apply for an extension, and when you'll get your refund.

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YouTube just added 4,000 free TV episodes to help you cut the cord

By Richard Priday published 23 March 22

YouTube is now offering 4,000 free episodes of TV, but you have to watch adverts

7 things to know before buying solar panels

By Katie Mortram published 20 March 22

Thinking about buying solar panels? Here, we take you through 7 things you should know first, from tips on installation to the types you can buy.

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Cutting the cord? These streaming services replace cable on the cheap

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This is the best phone under $300 I'd buy now

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These EVs come with free charging — what you need to know

I really hope this iPhone 14 price rumor is false — here's why

Intuit to pay customers duped into buying TurboTax — how to know if you're eligible

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I wouldn't pay more than $500 for a phone — and this is the one I'd get

Your Amazon Prime benefits will soon be available at other retailers

Every Prime member should know these money-saving Amazon buying tricks

Streaming service cancelations are on the rise — here's what I'd keep

You won’t believe the recommended temperature for your thermostat this summer

I just canceled this streaming service — and I didn't want to

Amazon fuel and inflation surcharge just announced — what it means for you

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Everydollar review

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