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Recipients now enjoy stronger protections against loss or theft, and givers can find more cards with no fees attached
Helping them learn about markets and money may do more to promote financial savvy than any course they could take
Year-end bargains can now be found all through "Black November," as retailers kick off the season with deep discounts
Looking for last-minute Thanksgiving travel deals? Read these tips to help you find the cheapest flights this holiday
Ready to shop 'til you drop? Before you do, check out these practical tips to calculate your holiday budget
Technology is making it less of a chore to manage gift lists, deal with online auctions, manage deliveries and more
How effective are health apps? Not very, if you don't use them
LAPD says they broke up a crime gang of thieves who sneak onto properties and steal packages on doorsteps
Shopping on Black Friday isn't the only or best way to get deals -- use these tips to save big bucks this holiday season
Saddled with the frustrating task of dealing with cumbersome return policies? Check out these retailers who have made it easier
Find out how you can avoid sales tricks and costly shopping mistakes during the holiday frenzy
This seemingly convenient gift is one of the ways retailers try to trick consumers into spending more -- and it works
Are you behind on your holiday shopping? Use your phone and shopping apps to score last-minute deals
Most of the country's 154 national forests allow visitors to harvest Christmas trees, for a small fee
The holiday shopping season could result in a financial meltdown if you're not careful
Financial expert Barbara Stanny offers advice to help you save your sanity and your bank account this season
Going wild with the plastic could leave you in a world of hurt after the holidays, but there are some money-saving ways to use your cards
There is a vast selection of calculators to choose from, each offering different insights into how to best save money
A new survey shows that many people don't realize the impact holiday shopping with credit cards can have on their credit rating
By some estimates, 10 to 15 percent of holiday sales are returned or exchanged -- check out these stores with generous return policies
With so many places to buy so many things, how can you get the best deals? Here are some tools to help you shop smart
Many groups, large and small, work hard to fill the holiday void for impoverished families by collecting donations
Most consumers admit to buying things on a whim, and one emotional state is more likely to spur that behavior
Practical, fun and fancy, here's what they're asking for this year, and many aren't expensive at all
The best way to keep holiday spending in check is to plan ahead and be aware of what borrowing money will ultimately cost you
