Dean Drobot / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. Are you looking to immerse yourself in a new culture or explore the world’s natural diversity? You may be looking to challenge yourself in ways you can’t if you stay in familiar surroundings. Or, perhaps you’re a military spouse eager to continue your … Read more
George Rudy / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Living on the Cheap. Spring cleaning isn’t just a feel-good task that declutters your home and leaves it sparkling. It’s also a source of found money. Intrigued? Make your spring ritual pay off by learning how best to tackle typical spring cleaning chores and … Read more
Business as usual just isn’t cutting it anymore, according to the newest National Customer Rage Survey — and customers are increasingly cutthroat about it. The survey of 1,000 Americans conducted by Arizona State University’s business school, which has run since 2003, this year has uncovered a record number of problems with products and services. Nearly … Read more
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | RadioPublic | Stitcher | RSS You probably remember the Bernie Madoff saga: His famous Ponzi scheme destroyed the life savings of hundreds of investors and completely fooled supposedly sophisticated money managers. Billions vanished into thin air. So, how do smart people end up … Read more
Kattecat / Shutterstock.com Many people don’t think of groceries as a “bill,” but buying them can be one of a household’s biggest recurring expenses. It’s also a highly variable expense, subject to inflation, supply and even how much we’ve had to eat before we go shopping. With such a major and frequent expense, any savings … Read more
Syda Productions / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Living on the Cheap. The last time I went to the pharmacy to fill a prescription, for generic ear drops to treat eczema, I almost had a heart attack when they handed me the bill: $184. The last time, I had paid $10. I … Read more
In a recent poll of economists, the World Economic Forum found that nearly two-thirds of the respondents believe there will be a recession in 2023. Uh oh. If the thought of a recession makes you nervous, a little preparation will go a long way toward easing your anxiety. Simple steps like reducing expenses, paying off … Read more
TierneyMJ / Shutterstock.com The vehicle search engine iSeeCars.com recently published a study about the availability of electric vehicle chargers in U.S. cities and states. Its analysis of data through the end of 2022 looks at publicly available DC (direct current) fast chargers, which can deliver a charge directly to the car’s battery, as well as … Read more
We all have that one brand that we love but often question whether their products are truly worth the high price tag. From luxury fashion brands to high-end tech gadgets, the market is full of products that can leave a significant dent in our wallets. While some people are willing to pay a premium for … Read more
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