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The Retailers Guide to Beating Amazon.com (AMZN) 06/16/2016 08:00pm • In retailers' vernacular, it shouldn't surprise you if they view Amazon.com (ticker: AMZN) as a four-letter word. That's because most businesses can't seem to work around the curse Jeff Bezos' company has brought the retail industry. "It (Amazon) is the greatest disruptor in the history of the retai 4 Things You Should Never Say to a Caregiver 06/16/2016 08:00pm • Family and friends are supposed to be our closest allies. We rely on them for support and enjoy celebrating life's joys with them. But there are two times when we feel alone. One is at the end of our lives, because people stop visiting; the other is when we become a caregiver. There are moments whe 7 Signs You Need a New Financial Advisor 06/16/2016 08:00pm • Your financial advisor is supposed to help you build wealth for a secure future. Unfortunately, not all professionals in the field are created equal. Some may not be entirely competent while others could be downright shady. Here are seven indications that it's time to find a new financial partner. 8 Ways to Get Help Paying (or Cutting) Medical Bills and Drug Costs 06/15/2016 08:00pm • Medical costs are rising across the U.S., and patients are left paying a bigger percentage of the bill. Most Americans, whether their health insurance is provided through an employer, the Affordable Care Act exchange or the open market, are paying a higher share of their medical care costs than eve How to Save Money As a Wedding Guest 06/14/2016 08:00pm • When it comes to summer spending, Americans are accustomed to setting aside extra funds for vacations, child care, cooling costs and kids' activities. Increasingly, there's another line item that should be added to budgets starting in June: wedding guest costs. According to the latest American Expr 9 Father's Day gift ideas under $50 06/14/2016 05:00am • No matter what kind of dad your father is, we found unique and affordable gifts guaranteed to make you the favorite child this June 19. 1. For the sporty dad Athletic dads will likely be spending a considerable amount of time out on the green this summer. And if your dad loves working on his s Score the Best Deals by Shopping at the Right Stores 06/12/2016 08:00pm • The U.S. is home to an overwhelming number of retail stores, from sprawling outlets to intimate boutiques. Some of these stores are pricey, while others are cheap. Some specialize in one type of product, while others expand their inventory to include many different categories. Some stores have bric How to Choose the Best Dividend Stocks 06/08/2016 08:00pm • The first choice for any fixed-income investor would be a generous, rock-solid government-backed bond or bank account. But with many of these paying next to nothing, what about that old standby -- dividends? Past generations doted on dividends, and for many investors dividend income was the main rea What You Must Know Before Getting a Mortgage Online 06/08/2016 08:00pm • Mortgage lending today is rapidly joining the realm of new websites and mobile apps aimed at streamlining financial processes and making it easier for people to take control of their money. New online-only mortgage lenders and online options for existing lending institutions are available to the pu 10 ways to save money on your wedding day 06/06/2016 09:00am • You could spend $32,641 on your wedding, which is the national average according to The Knot 2015 Real Weddings Study. Or you could be like Anne McAuley Lopez of Mesa, Ariz. She paid a little more than a third of the average price for her March 2016 wedding. She was willing to go without some tra 4 Tips for Using Support Services as an Online Student 06/05/2016 08:00pm • Earning an online degree is not as simple as taking classes until all requirements are met and then graduating. From application through graduation, online students must negotiate a variety of student service offices to meet their needs. As students first apply to earn an online degree, they must i Should You Buy Travel Insurance? 06/02/2016 08:00pm • Sometimes, the chance to embrace new passions and thrilling pursuits in a far-off destination is reason enough to plan a trip. While it's a no-brainer to purchase insurance if you want to visit an off-the-grid destination to enjoy high-risk activities, other times, the answer isn't so clear-cut. Sur Bunions: No Fun for Your Feet 06/02/2016 08:00pm • You see them on bare feet at the beach or poking through sandal straps. Or you notice tell-tale bulges at the sides of someone's shoes. Bunions are bony bumps that develop at the joint of the big toe. They may be painless or aching, slightly unsightly or increasingly deforming. Bunions widen feet a From browser to brick: What to expect from ModCloth’s DC shop 06/01/2016 01:18am • WASHINGTON — Attention all floral fanatics, lace lovers and jumpsuit junkies: this summer, the popular online retailer ModCloth is expanding beyond the browser and bringing its vintage-inspired collection to a brick-and-mortar shop in Georgetown. The pop-up is part of ModCloth’s multicity IRL How to Save Big on Eye Care 05/31/2016 08:00pm • Bad vision can be more than just a nuisance, it can become a literal financial headache. Working the cost of an optometrist visit and new glasses or contacts into your budget can be a real pain. It's often one of those annual expenses that can fall right through the cracks when you set your budget.