Lifestyle and Budget

Five Biggest Money Makers in Music

It takes more than just a few chart-topping hits to bring in enough cash to compete with these artists. Billboard just released its rankings of the highest-paid musicians in 2013. Here’s a peak at the top five.

Gift Ideas Every Foodie Will Love

Whether you’re shopping for a seasoned cook or just a food enthusiasts, here are food-centric gifts that will satisfy everyone’s palate.

5 Myths About Black Friday You Shouldn’t Believe

Black Friday deals can bring about significant savings -- but that doesn't mean everything you pick up that day is the lowest price. Here's your guide on how to be a smart shopper amidst the chaos of the sales frenzy. 

5 Store Credit Cards That Are Worth It

Cards offered at the checkout counter are often not a great deal for consumers, but the best store credit cards have features that may be worth having.

Halloween by the Numbers

Nearly 160 million Americans will celebrate Halloween today, down slightly from 170 million last year, according to the National Retail Federation.

Furlough and Shutdown Freebies

Washington, D.C. may be gridlocked due to partisan politics, but certain businesses are using this ugly fight as a marketing win.

10 Most Stolen Vehicles

When it comes to stolen cars, thieves set their sights on older cars and newer pickups.

8 Graduation Gift Ideas for College Students

Have a college student on the cusp of graduating, but stumped on what to get them as a gift? Here are 8 graduation gift ideas seniors will be sure to use as they settle into post-college life.

Job-Hunting Tips for Veterans

Whether you served in the Navy, Army, Marines, Air Force, or Coast Guard, you have many skills that employers want, like leadership, perseverance, willpower and discipline. How you market yourself, experts say, will make the job-hunting process more efficient and smooth. 

3 Top Tax Breaks for Middle-Class Americans

Reading up on taxes isn't a lot of fun, but being able to shave thousands of dollars off your tax bill certainly is. Here are three valuable tax breaks for middle-class Americans that can shave thousands of dollars off of tax bills.