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From gas to groceries, it feels like wallets are taking a beating these days. Then, when you decide to treat yourself to dinner or a cup of coffee, you’re asked — or told — to leave a tip. It can be confusing. Do you have to tip a barista? If…
Live Nation’s Summer of Live! promotion offers fans $30 concert tickets, all fees included, for more than 4,000 shows — a rare chance to see your favorite artist at a genuinely affordable price. “Some moments only happen once – your favorite song, your favorite artist, your favorite season,” the company…
Celebrating mom this Mother’s Day is going to cost you more, thanks to inflation. Treating mom to a meal out is expected to cost 4% more, according to a recent Wells Fargo Agri-Food Institute analysis. And going the nine yards with a Mother’s Day gift package that includes flowers, jewelry,…
If you’ve wandered back into a movie theater lately and felt like you were being held up at the ticket window, you’re not imagining things. The Wall Street Journal recently reported that Regal Cinemas charged $50 for a single opening-night seat to see “Dune: Part Three” in its best auditoriums.…
Choosing a financial professional is one of the most consequential decisions you will make for your future. The wrong choice can cost you thousands in hidden fees or put your savings at unnecessary risk. Before you hand over a single dollar, you need to conduct a thorough interview. While institutions…
USA TODAY Network / ReutersOne of the nation’s largest grocers is under fire for allegedly inflating prices ahead of its “buy one get one free” promotions, garnering nearly $20 million in the process. Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown on April 27 announced that his office is suing Albertsons Companies…
Walmart+ has become one of the most popular retail memberships thanks to its unlimited free grocery delivery, fast shipping, fuel discounts and exclusive savings. If you’re wondering whether Walmart+ is worth the monthly cost, the biggest draw for most shoppers is the grocery delivery perk, which makes it easy to…
Marketing campaigns and breeder websites often paint a picture of the perfect pet — a dog that offers all the companionship of a golden retriever without the itchy eyes and sneezing fits. For millions of people living with allergies, the term hypoallergenic feels like a biological hall pass. But if…
Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder. Health insurance is becoming harder and harder for the average American to afford. Health insurance premiums are rising because the cost of medical care itself also is rising. Different stakeholders share the weight of health care costs, whether it’s the…
You just spent an hour haggling over the price of a car. You’re exhausted. You think the deal is done. It isn’t. They’re about to walk you down a hallway to a small office in the back. The person sitting behind the desk is the dealership’s real moneymaker — the…
