Lifestyle and Budget

For a new restaurant owner concerned about accepting credit cards for call-in orders, a merchant processing account may not be the best thing -- at least not in the beginning.

No one likes limp lettuce, mushy melons, bland brisket, or chewy chicken.

Whether it’s sunglasses for the summer, an upgrade to your prescription, or anything else, if you want to save on buying eyeglasses think online retailers and discounters such as Costco.

A collection of 265 iconic guitars are up for auction in New York City.

Extreme couponing may be fun for some people, but most of us don't have the time for it. Luckily, there are easier ways to save money.

Sticker shock doesn’t have to be part of the car-buying process. In fact, the sticker listed on cars with the manufacturer’s suggested retail price doesn’t have to be part of the process at all. 

If you have a problem with your card, don't let endless options and hold music deter you. With a little knowledge and the right attitude, you can get results.

Increasing global demand and stagnant production could leave some consumers paying more for milk next month -- but some experts say the increase might not be worth crying over.

Considered to be the first major sales day of the year by the retail industry, Presidents' Day boasts a ton of promotions on everything from clothing to computers. But are they worth a trip to the store?

If you placed an order for Valentine's Day flowers online, you might have missed a disclaimer that says the site does not guarantee delivery on major holidays—including Valentine's Day.

What exactly are we supposed to do with study results that say we'd be happier with a beach vacation than a new computer?

Data breaches are becoming increasingly common--and experts don't expect that trend to end anytime soon. Here's what consumers face this year when it comes to protecting their identity. 

From 4K TVs to used cars, we've rounded up a list of items you can expect to spend less on this year.

If you're a regular Wal-Mart shopper, maximizing your rewards earning potential can be tricky. The store slips through the cracks of many bonus-earning categories, but there are a few options.

If you got gift cards as presents this holiday season, you should get out and use them up now, before they get buried in a drawer, lose value or expire.

The holidays were wonderful, but now that the wrapping paper has been discarded and the good dishes put away, it's time to take stock—should you return any of those presents you weren't so sure y...

If you're still shopping for holiday presents, you're not completely out of luck.

With Christmas right around the corner, you may feel the need to go on a no-holds-barred shopping spree. Avoid this temptation. 

Buying gift cards as presents is easy, and they make great last-minute gifts for busy holiday shoppers, but it's worthwile to do a little homework before you spend any money on gift cards.

You may think you've bought the perfect gift for everyone on your list, but at least some of your recipients are likely to disagree.