Family Savings
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Oil Prices Push Up More Than the Cost of Gas. Here's What Gets More Expensive Next
From groceries to flights, higher oil prices ripple through your budget. Here's how the chain reaction works and when you may start to feel it.
By Choncé Maddox
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The Hidden Culprit Adding $1,000 to Electric Bills
Learn how this factor could raise your energy bill by over a $1,000 annually.
By Sean Jackson
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You May Not Need That Expensive Cell Phone Plan Anymore
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Many people keep paying for premium wireless plans long after they stop using the extras. A basic prepaid plan and a simpler phone could cut costs while still keeping you connected.
By Paige Cerulli
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When Family Phone Plans Don't Make Sense
Family phone plans often start as a cost-saving strategy, but evolving data usage, travel and device preferences can make separate plans more practical.
By Paige Cerulli
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Used EV Prices Are Falling — Here's How They Compare to Gas Cars Now
Fuel savings can add up quickly, but insurance, charging access and driving habits still matter.
By Choncé Maddox
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5 Myths Keeping You From Getting Rid of Your Stuff
real estate Don’t let these common but misguided notions derail your goal to declutter and lighten up.
By Patricia Mertz Esswein
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Paramount+ Slashes Prices — Should You Upgrade to Premium?
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A rare promotion discounts both plans to $2.99, but the long-term cost matters more than the headline price.
By Choncé Maddox
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5G Home Internet Is Challenging Cable. What It Means for Your Internet Bill
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Cable once dominated home broadband. Now expanding 5G home internet is giving households another option to consider as technology and competition evolve.
By Carla Ayers
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Should You Have a Backup Internet Plan?
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Home internet outages can happen unexpectedly. Some households are turning to wireless backup plans to stay connected when service goes down.
By Carla Ayers
