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 […]
Finances
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.
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.
Best tips for spring to spruce up your finances
Spring is here, and it’s a great time to get your home and your finances in order. Here are some tips from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to help you get started on spring cleaning your finances:
Homebuyers: Be sure to understand the new requirements for realtor fees because a settlement with realtors hasn’t resulted in the savings expected, report says
Realtor commissions haven’t significantly fallen after a settlement with the National Association of Realtors, or NAR, a new study shows.
Watch out for debt relief companies, such as NERD Solutions, that can make your debt problems worse
For years, I’ve been warning people about debt relief companies. They can lead to high fees, potential damage to your
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.