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The kids are back in school and parents are $14.8 billion poorer as a result of back-to-school spending, according to a recent study by the National Retail Federation (NRF). That’s a lot of pencils! And, that’s just the beginning of
Boating can be a fun and rewarding experience, if you take the time to choose the boat that is right for you. Here are some boat-buying tips from the experts: Go out on someone else’s boat several times before you
If you’ve ever been manipulated into a not-so-smart purchase by a savvy salesperson well-versed in the art of “pushing the right buttons,” you can appreciate the need for consumer protection. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) understands it, too. The FTC
If you had only minutes to evacuate your home, what would you take with you?
As the days grow colder and oil prices continue to fluctuate, many are expecting some high utility bills this winter, in addition to paying high prices for gasoline. Bill Keith, host of PBS’s Home Tips Show, offers a few suggestions