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Budget Planner
45 Ways to Save Money On Bills
Discover 45 smart ways to lower bills, reduce expenses, and save money on everyday costs.
Aug 1, 2026
Investing
Savings Bond Calculator
Calculate the value of a paper bond, electronic bond, EE bond or I bond based on the amount invested and other data. Find out what your savings bonds could be worth.
Jun 27, 2026
Budget Planner
What to Invest in During a Recession: 4 Ideas
Investing during a recession doesn't have to be scary, if you know what to look for. Here's how to find investments that might withstand market volatility.
Aug 1, 2026
Budget Planner
Does Checking Your Credit Score Lower It?
Checking your credit lowers your credit score only if it's a hard inquiry — one made to evaluate a credit application. Checking your own score won't hurt it.
Aug 1, 2026
Budget Planner
News Roundup: Shutdown Looms, Ticketmaster Targeted, EV Tax Break Ends
Turn to the Nerds to learn how a government shutdown could affect you; about legal challenges to Ticketmaster's practices; and the end of the EV tax break.
Aug 1, 2026
Budget Planner
Asset Allocation: How to Do It and Why It Matters
Asset allocation is the distribution of assets or a portfolio into various asset classes, such as stocks, bonds, cash, real estate or alternative investments.
Aug 1, 2026
Budget Planner
What Buying Tickets Was Like … Before Ticketmaster
Before Live Nation / Ticketmaster came to dominate the scene, you had to line up in person — at some unusual places — to get your concert passes.
Aug 1, 2026
Budget Planner
How to Save on Tickets to Live Events in 2025
Learn how to avoid hidden fees and inflated resale prices when attending concert, sports, theater and other events.
Aug 1, 2026
Budget Planner
Ticketmaster Finds Itself in Federal Crosshairs Again
The FTC accuses Live Nation Entertainment, Ticketmaster’s parent company, of coordinating with ticket brokers who dominate online ticket sales.
Aug 1, 2026
Budget Planner
DOJ Files Antitrust Suit Against Live Nation/Ticketmaster
The Department of Justice is suing Ticketmaster/Live Nation on antitrust grounds.
Aug 1, 2026
Taxes
How To Invest With Your HSA — And Why You Should
Investing the money in an HSA can help save for future medical expenses while enjoying tax-deductible contributions, tax-free growth and tax-free withdrawals.
Aug 1, 2026
Budget Planner
How Much Does an Equinox Membership Cost?
An Equinox membership varies by location and the number of clubs you want to access.
Jul 11, 2026