Lifestyle and Budget

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.

A massive theft of credit card data from Target's U.S. stores may have impacted 40 million accounts, one of the largest security breaches ever reported.

A massive theft of credit card data from Target's U.S. stores may have impacted 40 million accounts, one of the largest security breaches ever reported.

Smaller purchases like wrapping paper, food, new outfits, decorations and even sending out greeting cards can break a budget, if you aren’t careful.

When your card data may have been stolen by hackers in a data breach, it's no time to panic, but do be vigilant and ready to take action if unauthorized charges show up.

When your card data may have been stolen by hackers in a data breach, it's no time to panic, but do be vigilant and ready to take action if unauthorized charges show up.

If you plan on shipping gifts from home or online retailers to arrive by Christmas this year, you'd better hurry because you're running out of time.

Choosing the wrong gift or presenting it in a tacky way can backfire and lead to long-term career damage.

Whether its family gatherings, last-minute gift buying or overstretched budgets, the holidays can create a hectic environment and negatively impact your health. Here are four stress fighting tips to keep you healthy and happy into 2014.

Discount-seeking shoppers unwilling to get up early and battle the crowds on Black Friday can still snag good buys.

There's nothing cheap about traveling during the holidays. But if you're savvy, you might be able to minimize the drain on your bank account.

How much do you put on a gift card? And what kind of card does Granny prefer? Our survey gifts the goods.

Looking to sell a gift card online? Companies have new rules and offerings to avoid fraud.

The Black Friday ads have been unleashed and the shopping season has commenced. Here's where to snag the best deals on TVs.

Wal-Mart plans to start its sales events on Thanksgiving Day two hours earlier than last year, becoming the latest retailer to expand Black Friday deals.

Credit card rewards you've been earning all year can help defray the costs of the holidays. But be sure to consider the best strategy before cashing in

Cutting costs sensibly can grow your savings account over time, but some money-saving moves can lighten your wallet instead.

Wal-Mart blew the lid off traditional holiday shopping on Friday by moving some Black Friday deals up a month to Nov. 1. 

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Shopping for your first credit card is much like finding that perfect pair of jeans -- it has to fit your income as well as be age and credit appropriate.