Archive for the ‘Money’ Category

Lexus, Mercury, Cadillac top reliability survey

czwartek, sierpień 7th, 2008

Widely watched gauge of long-term dependability finds almost all makes improving; 3-year-old Hondas, Chevrolets among brands slipping, J.D. Power study shows. See the complete lists.

No free rides: This means you

czwartek, sierpień 7th, 2008

I ruffled some feathers writing about being broke. You’re angry, and I’ve heard you. But you probably have more control over your finances than you think.

Your 5-minute guide to saving money

czwartek, sierpień 7th, 2008

Saving for a rainy day but feeling like you can’t get ahead of the storm? You’re not alone. These tips can help you get your financial umbrella ready.

Save gas: Learn from ‘hypermilers’

środa, sierpień 6th, 2008

Fanatics say their techniques can wring 50 or even 90 miles out of every gallon. But you don’t have to go to their controversial extremes to make a big dent in fuel consumption.

And now, a fee to pay your bill

wtorek, sierpień 5th, 2008

Even if you settle that phone or cable bill on time, you might be dinged for doing so. Here are some companies’ nickel-and-dime strategies — and how to beat them.

Crude oil plunges, but Dow falls 42

wtorek, sierpień 5th, 2008

Crude drags energy stocks lower, as investors see Tropical Storm Edouard causing few problems for rigs and pipelines in the Gulf of Mexico. Metals stocks tumble; healthcare shares rally. The Fed is expected to leave rates unchanged on Tuesday.

Wal-Mart denies vote-swaying charge

poniedziałek, sierpień 4th, 2008

The retailer responds to a newspaper report saying company officials warned employees that a Democratic win in November could pave the way for more workers to unionize.

When should you spend to save?

poniedziałek, sierpień 4th, 2008

Are warehouse store memberships a good deal? How about extended warranties? It all depends on the products — and on you, the shopper.