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- Are all-inclusive resorts really worth it?All-inclusive resort packages can take away the stress of budgeting during a vacation, so they're a great option if you just want to relax. If you want adventure from your vacation, however, an all-inclusive resort probably isn't worth the extra cost.听
- How to buy a cheap (yet fabulous) wedding dressWedding dress shopping can be a stressful, expensive business, but the Internet offers a slew of options for brides who want to look great while sticking to their budget. Here's your guide to snagging a fabulous, inexpensive wedding dress.
- Foodie on a budget? Four ways to maximize restaurant discounts.Going out to eat at a nice restaurant is one of life's great pleasures, but doing it often can get expensive. Read on for ways to maximize restaurant discounts and rewards to cut down on your bill.听
- Jobless claims fall sharply, boosting job market cheerJobless claims filed by US workers fell more than expected last week, offering fresh evidence that the labor market is gathering steam. Jobless claims fell 21,000 to a seasonally adjusted 283,000, the Labor Department said Thursday.
- Best laptop deals: hybrids, Chromebooks, and more for under $500This week's best laptop deals from Acer, Toshiba, and more offer ample power at a reasonable price.听
- Five things you never knew you could rentSure, you can rent houses, cars, and tuxedos. But what about a puppy or a pair of jeans?聽
- Amazon drone delivery? Not so fast, says FAA.Amazon's plan to send packages via drone has hit a roadblock thanks to new regulations from the FAA. The new rules specify that drones can't fly outside of the line of sight of their pilots or drop cargo, both of which are problematic for Amazon's drone program
- How to make your old iPad run fasterTablets like the iPad are prone to slowing down with age, but with聽a few simple nips and tucks you can optimize your iPad to run like it did when your first purchased it.
- Obamacare deadline extended a week for some. Do you qualify?The Obamacare deadline for 2015 has been extended to Sunday, Feb. 22, for people who say they attempted to sign up but were delayed by busy call centers and technical issues. In some cases, Obamacare signup delays also were brought on by winter storms.听
- Hackers stole $1 billion in high-tech bank heists, researchers sayOver nearly two years, the so-called Carbanak hacking group attacked nearly one hundred banks, e-payment systems and other financial institutions. The hackers used聽phishing attacks to lure users of the banks鈥 computer networks into installing malware into those systems.
- Student discounts: 40-plus stores that offer discounts for college studentsStudent discounts can be a big help during college, which can be a stressful time for a family's budget. Read on for a list of 4o stores with student discounts to help you and your college student save big.听
- To avoid risky investing, diversification is keyIf you have an investment portfolio that isn't heavy on stocks, you may have been disappointed with your returns last year. However, a well-rounded portfolio is the best strategy in the long run.
- Best travel deals: Save $500 on a Vegas hotel, retreat to a mountain cabin for $99The week's best travel deals include vacation packages at a Las Vegas resort, plus steals on airfare for both domestic and international travel.听
- President's Day sales are here. Four ways to score big savings.President's Day sales are here, and many are better than their Black Friday equivalents. Read on for the best ways to save big during this weekend's President's Day sales.听
- TurboTax returns after security breach, but watch out for phishing scamsTurboTax users can once again begin filing their state tax returns with the popular software after last week's security breach. However, TurboTax provider Intuit is warning users to watch for increased phishing activity.听
- Kidde recalls 4.6 million fire extinguishersFire extinguisher maker Kidde has recalled about 4.6 million disposable extinguishers, saying a faulty plastic valve can prevent them from fully discharging when used. Kidde聽has received 11 complaints about extinguishers not working when the trigger was pressed.
- How to plan a last-minute Valentine's Day (that isn't terrible)Valentine's Day is just around the corner, but don't panic: You still have plenty of time and options for planning an epic Valentine's Day celebration.
- Why wait? Nine President's Day sales you can shop right now.President's Day isn't until Monday, but many stores are offering up their holiday weekend bargains now. Read on for聽President's Day savings from eBay, Sears, Best Buy, Walmart, and others.听
- Want cheap international flights? Fake your location.International airfare can go up or down drastically depending on where you book your flight. To get cheap airfare, you can either book in a foreign currency or trick a website into thinking you're booking from somewhere else.听
- Google, Square reportedly test system to rival Apple PayGoogle is reportedly working with payment company Square on its own high-tech, credit-card-free, pay-at-the-register system in the wake of Apple Pay's early success. Google and Square have been testing the system since last fall, a tech blog reported this week.