What to buy and not buy in May 2026
After only a few deals in March and April, May brings a big increase in saving opportunities. From May the […]
Companies
Court documents in California price fixing case allegedly show how Amazon bullies companies into raising prices
California is suing Amazon, alleging it participates in an illegal price fixing scheme that is artificially driving up prices for Americans.
Ghirardelli Easter chocolate bunny treat turned out to be overpriced and overpackaged
About a week ago, I wrote about whether it was a good idea to buy Easter items at the after
How did buying a toaster get complicated?
About six months ago, my toaster, which is probably more than 10 years old, started toasting only on one side.
Don’t be tricked by ‘healthy’ items added to alcohol because the alcohol’s still harmful to health
Alcohol consumption is down so companies are adding so called “healthy” items to wine, beer, and other alcoholic beverages. When
Live Nation and Ticketmaster illegally eliminated competition hurting fans, artists, and competing venues, jury finds
After a five-week trial, a federal court jury found Live Nation/Ticketmaster liable on Wednesday for harming consumers and the live music
88 U.S. Corporations paid no federal income taxes in 2025
Later today, I’ll be meeting with a tax preparer to finalize my income taxes for last year. Although I don’t
What’s credit counseling and do you need it?
For years, I’ve been recommending to people who are having debt stress that they should sign up for credit counseling.
Have you filed your taxes yet?
Things got crazy in March with lots of time spent helping a friend get ready to move and a trip to San Diego for a party for Wildlife Madagascar, a nonprofit my niece has founded. I just filed my taxes Saturday, April 13. Usually, I’m filing at the last minute. Since I have a small business, I need to add up all my expenses for the year.