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How Much House Can I Afford? 03/26/2018 08:00pm • Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or a veteran house hunter, determining how much you can afford to spend on a new property isn't always simple. You can use online tools and consult a lender or mortgage broker for guidance, but the best approach is to take a close look at your own financial situ 14 Best Easter Sales to Shop in 2018 03/25/2018 08:00pm • There's still time before Easter to buy Easter outfits, fill baskets with chocolate bunnies and eggs or decorate your home and table for Easter dinner. Or maybe you're just ready to spend a quiet Easter weekend in, shopping for warm-weather clothing and outdoor equipment. Whatever your Easter plans Walmart Inc (WMT) Reassures Investors About Online Sales 03/21/2018 08:00pm • The Walmart Inc (NYSE: WMT) stock rally ran out of steam when the company reported that online sales growth dropped from 50 percent in the third quarter to 23 percent in the fourth quarter. This week, Walmart reassured investors that online sales growth will bounce back in 2018, and the company may 3 Savvy Ways to Save Money on Spring Cleaning Purchases 03/18/2018 08:00pm • Ready to throw open your windows and roll up your sleeves for spring cleaning? Now's the time to declutter, deep clean and organize your belongings. But don't let your eagerness push you to spend too much at the home-organization store -- or on the hundreds of sprays and powders that fill the clean What You Need to Know About Mobile Wallets 03/15/2018 08:00pm • Americans' lives have become centered around smartphones. They play the role of cameras, phones, web browsers and are an indispensable way to keep connected and chronicle daily life. Smart devices are constantly present in pockets and purses and have the potential to replace another commonly carried Kids Are Trying JUUL E-Cigarettes -- and Experts Are Concerned 03/14/2018 08:00pm • It looks innocent enough: High school students chat before class, and one of them passes what looks like a USB device about the size of a long stick of gum to his friend. But that's not a computer connection device -- it's a JUUL, a sleek e-cigarette that's captivating high school students. JUUL is How to Get the Most Value From Reading a Personal Finance Book 03/13/2018 08:00pm • Picture this situation: You've been to the library or bookstore. You've found a great personal finance book that seems to speak to your financial circumstances. You're excited to read it, yet there it sits on your bedside table. You're a little intimidated to pick it up. It seems to be very informa 15 Ways Retirees Can Soak Up Spring for Free 03/13/2018 08:00pm • As the days lengthen and the sun shines more often, it's easy to feel the urge to move, get outdoors and try new activities. During retirement, a more flexible schedule gives you the chance to decide exactly what you want to do, and then set your own pace to truly absorb spring. Even if your retire Should You See a 'Regular' or 'Non-Diet' Dietitian? 03/11/2018 08:00pm • For about five years, registered dietitian Rachael Hartley practiced what had been preached to her when she was in training: She taught patients how to count calories and control their portions, educated them on healthy versus unhealthy foods and used the scale as a tool to monitor their progress. " 6 tactics to avoid overspending on Amazon Prime 03/09/2018 11:00am • With free two-day (or faster) shipping on millions of items, along with a host of other benefits, Amazon Prime offers plenty of generous membership time- and money-saving perks to offset the $99 annual fee. However, the added convenience of a Prime membership can quickly lead to overspending. Wit Amazon Banking Targets Low-Income Shoppers 03/06/2018 07:00pm • Bank investors may have gotten a little bit uneasy this week after the Wall Street Journal reported that Amazon.com, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMZN) is exploring the possibility of launching Amazon-branded checking accounts for customers. On the surface, it may appear that Amazon is directing its famous disrup The Best Email Lists to Sign Up for to Get Freebies 03/06/2018 07:00pm • Restaurants and stores want to send you promotional emails -- and many of them are willing to sweeten the deal. Provide your email address, and you can get a discount or freebie in return. 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"I have less pain." "I'm having less anxiety." "My menstrual cramps are less intense," they told the New York City physical therapist about taking CBD oil, a product containing cannabidiol, one of many chemicals found in the cannabis plant. "I was like,