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Does your pet need food stamps? 4 resources for pet care when you can’t afford it

Owning a pet can be expensive, especially during hard times. But there are plenty of resources available if you need help paying for pet food and care.

Credit cards: everything you always wanted to know but were afraid to ask

Should you use credit card? Maybe. Here’s what you need to know about debt, interest and rewards to make a smart decision.

Is it time to buy a car online?

Buying a car is often a stressful and confusing process. But what if you could skip the car lot all together and buy a car online with the same ease as buying toilet paper or a new phone charger? It turns out they are more similar than you may realize.

10 things college students should learn about money

College isn’t just about what you learn in the classroom. Money lessons are some of the most important and hardest to learn. Use these tips to get you started.

Sales tax holidays for back-to-school shopping

Save money on back-to-school shopping during your state’s sales tax holiday. Here is a list of this year’s tax-free weeks, weekends or days.

How frugal are you? 25 things frugal people do

Think you’re frugal? See if you can pass these 25 tests of penny-pinching prowess.

How to protect yourself (or your parents) from scams against seniors

Many thieves and scammers target elderly people, thinking they have money and will be easy targets. Here’s how to beat them.

How to save money on food without using coupons

Want to save money on groceries? Here are 11 tactics that are easier and better than using coupons.

When is the right time to upgrade your laptop?

Getting a new laptop can be a significant investment. Not only in money but also in time spent getting it set up and running. When is the right time to upgrade?

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Are Basic Economy airfares worth the savings?

August 14, 2017 By Carol Cavazos Leave a Comment

All three of the legacy airlines (American, Delta and United) are now selling Basic Economy fares. Here’s what you need to know when deciding if Basic Economy fares are for you.