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IRS Free Tax Filing System Will Include 13 More States
24 Jan 2025The Direct File system will be open to millions of taxpayers in 25 states, up from 12 last year. But it’s unclear what will happen to the program next year.
How to Invest During a Presidency With a Deep Devotion to Profits
24 Jan 2025Big business has an inside track in the second Trump presidency, and people with a stake in those businesses have reason to rejoice, our columnist writes.
British Airways Destroyed Our Guitar and Won’t Pay Up
23 Jan 2025Two guitars belonging to a gospel band were lost on a flight from London to Paris. One arrived late, the other ended up ruined, but the airline won’t pay for the group’s tour rentals or the ruined instrument.
Travel 2025: The Forecast on Pricing is Mixed
22 Jan 2025Domestic airfares are on the rise, economy hotels are holding steady and cruise lines are favoring booking incentives over price cuts.
You Can No Longer Buy Paper Inflation Bonds With Your Tax Refund
01 Feb 2025The Treasury Department has also eliminated the option of buying as much as $5,000 in extra inflation bonds, beyond the $10,000 annual limit.
How to Come Up With a Down Payment on a House
17 Jan 2025With prices high, putting aside enough cash to buy a house can be daunting. But housing experts say there are assistance programs in all 50 states.
American Express to Pay $230 Million to Settle Deceptive Marketing Claims
17 Jan 2025The Justice Department said the company misrepresented its credit card rewards and fees and made false claims about the tax benefits of its wire transfer products.
Overbooked Flight? What to Know If an Airline Bumps You
15 Jan 2025When airlines sell more tickets than available seats, passengers can get kicked off their flights — whether they want to or not.
Your Frugal Travel Calendar for the Year Ahead
13 Jan 2025Mark your calendar to take advantage of sales, slow periods and the best travel deals.
How Unauthorized Immigrants Help Finance Social Security Benefits
14 Jan 2025Undocumented workers often pay taxes that help fund programs like Social Security — even if they can’t collect from them in the future.
How to Score an Upgrade to First Class on Your Next Flight
31 Dec 2024Airlines are offering more ways than ever to get a taste of the champagne skies, but how do you get past the curtain, and when is it worth the cost? Here are some tips.
Jimmy Carter Was Right About Materialism but, Alas, Wrong About Us
30 Dec 2024“Too many of us now tend to worship self-indulgence and consumption,” he said in his 1979 “Crisis of Confidence” speech. If only we had listened.
Should Investors Worry About Market Turmoil Under Trump?
26 Dec 2024Readers have concerns that President-elect Trump’s policy agenda will unsettle stocks. If you’re tempted to make big portfolio moves, revisit 2020.
A Billionaire Gave $1,000 to UMass Dartmouth Graduates. Some Missed Out.
06 Jan 2025A billionaire gave $1,000 to University of Massachusetts Dartmouth graduates in May. The catch? You had to be there.
How a New Year’s Resolution Can Set Up Financial Goals for Success
20 Dec 2024Don’t give up on resolving to do better, psychologists and personal finance experts say. The key is to reframe the way you think about it.
Holiday Tipping Guide: Whom to Tip, and How Much
13 Dec 2024Consumers have said they are confused and frustrated with tipping expectations generally. But, one expert says, “people generally want to feel more generous around the holidays.”
It’s Not Too Late to Rein In Holiday Spending
06 Dec 2024Research suggests that you’ll spend less than you otherwise would by setting a strict budget — even if you go over the budget.
Airlines and Senators Battle Over Added Fees for Checked Bags and Seating
04 Dec 2024At a congressional hearing on Wednesday, senators framed the tacked-on fees for passenger seats or bags as akin to extortion. Airline executives pushed back, saying they gave customers options.
Black Friday Used to Be Fun for Shoppers. What Happened?
29 Nov 2024Lining up early outside stores and hunting for deals was once part of a gratifying Black Friday. It no longer feels that way.
The Best Travel Deals for Travel Tuesday
02 Dec 2024Our Frugal Traveler columnist waded through the sales, and found some of the best bargains she’s seen in years.