What not to keep in your purse or wallet
Recently, I wrote an article on the problems with carrying a heavy purse. Another thing to consider is whether it’s […]
Employment
Which states have the best and worse economies?
Washington state, where I live, has the second best economy in the United States, according to an analysis by WalletHub,
Washington state pilot program reimburses salon workers and barbers for buying items with safety mark
In a first-of-its-kind pilot project, Washington state is recognizing products with the EWG Verified mark in its Safer Salons Partnership, which reimburses hair
Review your rights when you hear from a medical debt collector
A call from a debt collector about a bill from a healthcare provider can be stressful. The debt collection might
Best and worse states for working moms
Women make up nearly half of the U.S. workforce, and in 2025 about 74 percent of moms with children under
How are your finances?
April is National Financial Literacy Month. It’s a great opportunity for consumers to check and promote their financial situation and skills. For people who have just started earning or have been earning for a long time, every day is a chance to reflect on spending and improve finances.
Cities with the most and least financial distress in 2026
Many people are struggling as inflation continues to strain household budgets and make it harder for Americans to keep up
The USDA, once again, proposes speeding up meat processing lines, which endangers workers and consumers
I’ve written about it many times. You speed up meat processing lines and more workers get injured. They’re wielding sharp
Top scams of 2025
Scammers steal billions of dollars from the American people every year. AI is making scams more believable. Here are the