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It’s the final day of Wayfair’s massive Way Day sale. Here’s how to score the best deals, according to a smart shopping expert

Wayfair’s annual Way Day sale is April 26 and 27

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Wayfair’s massive annual Way Day sale continues today — and here are 20 of the best deals, including two top-rated queen mattresses for under $300

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Have you checked how much you’re earning on your savings account recently? Pros say if it’s not around 4%, it may be time to switch.

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Looking for a HELOC? Here’s how to find the right loan, from the right provider

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Bed Bath & Beyond is closing permanently — and its closing sale starts today. Here’s how to get the best deals right now.

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Are we simply ‘not rich enough’? My husband and I want a financial adviser, but the well-regarded ones seem to only help people with ‘way more money.’ What’s our move?

Apr. 24, 2023 at 10:20 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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One of the faces of the FIRE movement ‘had to’ (gasp) ‘go back to work.’ What does this mean if you want to retire early too?

Apr. 22, 2023 at 4:02 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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What most Americans get wrong about savings right now

Apr. 22, 2023 at 2:04 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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I am 60 and plan to retire in March. I have $113K in my 401(k) and no other savings, but I will get an early retirement package of 9 months salary. Should I get a pro to help me?

Apr. 22, 2023 at 9:30 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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Some CDs are now paying upwards of 5%. So is it time to reconsider the humble certificate of deposit?

Apr. 21, 2023 at 1:35 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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Apple just launched a savings account paying 4.15%. These 5 savings accounts pay even more.

Apr. 19, 2023 at 10:41 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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At what age should adult children start paying for their own cell phone, car, Netflix and more? Boomers think one thing — Gen Z another.

Apr. 19, 2023 at 6:00 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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Here’s what Suze Orman said when asked what the ‘perfect formula’ for how much to spend vs. save really was

Apr. 18, 2023 at 2:07 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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5 things you should never do with your savings

Apr. 17, 2023 at 12:52 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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Economists say the chances of a recession this year are 61%. So here are 10 money moves to consider in 2023

Apr. 17, 2023 at 11:01 a.m. ET by Andrew Shilling

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I’m 53, got laid off, and wondering what to do now. I have $425K saved for retirement, $10K in an HSA, and a property I could sell for an extra $200K in cash. Is getting professional help wise?

Apr. 17, 2023 at 10:22 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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My wife and I live ‘an average life’ in the Bay Area making $320K. Last year, we bought a house for $200K over asking — now we don’t want to live in it. Should we get professional help?

Apr. 15, 2023 at 2:34 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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What you might pay to refinance your student loans right now

Apr. 26, 2023 at 11:54 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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I need cash now. Should I opt for a HELOC or personal loan?

Apr. 25, 2023 at 1:47 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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Rates on these common HELOCs just fell. Is it time to take one out?

Apr. 25, 2023 at 9:09 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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Roughly 22 million Americans have taken out a personal loan. Here’s what you might pay

Apr. 25, 2023 at 5:00 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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These are the 10 cities where middle-income Americans saw the biggest wealth gains from home ownership. Every single one is in this state.

Apr. 22, 2023 at 1:52 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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More Americans are taking out personal loans. Here’s what you might pay for one right now

Apr. 22, 2023 at 12:29 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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What will I pay for a HELOC right now?

Apr. 18, 2023 at 2:22 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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This type of mortgage loan is making a comeback, and you may only need a 3.5% down payment

Apr. 18, 2023 at 2:21 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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Mortgage rates fell for the fifth consecutive week, and rate locks are up 43%. If you’re thinking about buying a home, is this the right move for you?

Apr. 14, 2023 at 1:53 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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What you can expect to pay for a personal loan right now

Apr. 12, 2023 at 12:18 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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Interest rates on HELOCs fall again. Is it time to get one?

Apr. 11, 2023 at 12:12 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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Thinking about getting a personal loan? Here’s what not to use that money for

Apr. 8, 2023 at 3:20 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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5 of the coolest places in America where you can still buy a home for $175K or less

Apr. 10, 2023 at 10:17 a.m. ET by Brienne Walsh

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‘A clear possibility of going under 6%.’ 6 economists and real estate pros predict what will happen to mortgage rates this year

Apr. 6, 2023 at 1:35 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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After seven straight months of home price declines, here’s what 6 economists and real estate pros say to expect from the housing market this spring

Apr. 3, 2023 at 9:48 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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These are the 4 states where home equity has actually declined

Mar. 26, 2023 at 6:56 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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This real estate agent to the stars (clients reportedly have included Rihanna, JLo and Justin Bieber) says you should be ‘hyper-focused’ on this when house hunting

Mar. 25, 2023 at 8:42 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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10 most lucrative places where older Americans can sell their homes, maximize profit and retire elsewhere

Mar. 24, 2023 at 8:03 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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5 cool beach towns in America where you can buy a home for $350,000 or less

Mar. 24, 2023 at 9:56 a.m. ET by Brienne Walsh

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Rates on these popular HELOCs have dipped. Should you get one?

Mar. 14, 2023 at 8:26 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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Here’s what you might pay for a HELOC right now

Mar. 7, 2023 at 10:58 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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7 economists and real estate pros on what to expect in the housing market this spring

Mar. 5, 2023 at 7:30 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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Here’s what you can expect to pay for a HELOC right now

Mar. 1, 2023 at 11:09 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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HELOC rates have dipped. Should you take one out?

Feb. 14, 2023 at 6:00 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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I’ve been a stay-at-home spouse for years and my husband is now retired. His 401(k) is in safe investments, but should we get an adviser to help the money grow?

Apr. 22, 2023 at 12:42 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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‘I was so mad.’ My financial adviser moved my investments into cash in June 2022 without consulting me. What should I do?

Apr. 22, 2023 at 12:06 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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You can earn upwards of 4% on your money — and have it insured up to $3 million. Here’s how.

Apr. 14, 2023 at 10:31 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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I plan to retire at 62. I get $1,500 a month in rental income and have $200,000 in savings. Should I get a financial adviser to help me?

Apr. 1, 2023 at 3:38 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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‘She made about $15K last year off my money.’ My financial adviser is making money off the $1 million I invested with her — even though I’m losing money. What’s my move?

Apr. 1, 2023 at 2:46 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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Recently, I’ve been ‘overemployed,’ working two jobs to rake in $300K a year. Now I have enough saved to buy a business, but I need trustworthy advice. Where do I turn?

Mar. 18, 2023 at 1:09 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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My friend has a trust administered by his family’s long-time financial adviser, but he is ‘questioning his financial adviser’s motives.’ What his move?

Mar. 17, 2023 at 11:51 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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I’m 70 and weighing whether to ‘sell everything’ and put it all in Treasuries, or hire a financial adviser even though it would cost $20K a year. What should I do?

Mar. 15, 2023 at 6:00 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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Don’t start a retirement conversation with your parents like this — and do this instead

Mar. 11, 2023 at 3:59 p.m. ET by Karen Fischer

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Warren Buffett just added millions more shares of this stock to his portfolio. And it has an 84% return since 2020. Should you invest?

Mar. 9, 2023 at 1:05 p.m. ET by Andrew Shilling

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I’m on a fixed income and looking to invest a small amount for retirement. Do I need a financial adviser to help?

Mar. 4, 2023 at 1:04 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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Is it fair for a financial adviser to charge me 1.6% if I have less than $250K in my account?

Mar. 2, 2023 at 6:00 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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5 savings accounts paying the highest interest right now (psst: it’s upwards of 5%)

Apr. 17, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. ET by Andrew Shilling

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These 5 CDs are now guaranteeing upwards of 5%. Here’s a CD strategy that can be an ‘excellent option’ to reach your financial goals

Apr. 15, 2023 at 9:29 a.m. ET by Andrew Shilling

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If you’re earning less than 4% on your savings account right now, it may be time to switch

Apr. 13, 2023 at 11:11 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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Warren Buffett says: ‘We’re not over bank failures.’ If you’re worried about your bank’s health, here’s what accounts are, and are not, insured by the FDIC

Apr. 12, 2023 at 11:31 a.m. ET by Andrew Shilling

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When CDs like these are guaranteeing 5%, should you even be in stocks right now?

Apr. 8, 2023 at 10:28 a.m. ET by Andrew Shilling

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This checking (yes, checking) account now pays 5% — and others are now paying 4% or more. Should you bite?

Apr. 5, 2023 at 2:10 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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Despite the Fed hiking rates, most CDs are still offering a paltry return. But there are some (ahem, 5%) exceptions

Apr. 4, 2023 at 9:54 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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The 6% CD has arrived. Should you bite?

Mar. 11, 2023 at 5:49 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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Fed says interest rates poised to go ‘higher than previously anticipated.’ Here’s a simple way to profit from that

Mar. 11, 2023 at 2:25 p.m. ET by Andrew Shilling

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68% of Americans couldn’t cover their living expenses for even a month if they lost their job, survey finds. The good news? Now is the best time in years to fix that.

Mar. 8, 2023 at 10:03 a.m. ET by Andrew Shilling

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Do you know what you’re earning on your savings? If it’s not 4% or more, it may be time to switch to one of these banks

Mar. 4, 2023 at 1:25 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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‘Banks are still very much in the mode of increasing their payouts.’ Many savings accounts are now paying 4%-4.5%. Here’s where.

Feb. 18, 2023 at 2:59 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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$1,000 anyone? Credit cards with the best cash bonus offers in April 2023

Apr. 25, 2023 at 11:48 a.m. ET by Andrew Shilling

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‘One of the best travel credit cards on the market.’ This card just upped its bonus sign-on offer to 80,000 points. Should you get it?

Apr. 24, 2023 at 12:48 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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With 2.2 million followers, he’s one of America’s most successful financial TikTokers. He recommends this simple credit card strategy: ‘A pretty easy way to make money.’

Apr. 17, 2023 at 2:01 p.m. ET by Brienne Walsh

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‘Under-the-radar gem.’ This credit card offers a sign-up bonus worth up to $600 and ‘generous’ points on travel, groceries and dining. But should you bite?

Apr. 14, 2023 at 11:12 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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The $1,000 cash bonus is here. Credit card companies are dangling big perks like this to small businesses to sign up. Is it worth it?

Apr. 6, 2023 at 6:30 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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A 0% balance transfer for up to 21 months and 0% on new purchases: Here are 3 balance transfer credit cards to consider now

Apr. 5, 2023 at 10:29 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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These credit cards offer 0% interest for up to 21 months. Should you get one?

Mar. 24, 2023 at 9:27 a.m. ET by Andrew Shilling

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Despite its $395 annual fee, this travel rewards credit card ‘packs a punch’ with one reviewer saying it’s ‘one of the best cards we’ve ever reviewed.’ But is it right for you?

Mar. 17, 2023 at 11:53 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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‘Been there, done that.’ Suze Orman admits to making this ‘5-figure’ money mistake — but pros say there’s a very good way to fix it

Feb. 18, 2023 at 6:06 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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What does the senior economist for a roughly $560 million lending platform carry in his wallet? Just one single credit card — and we found out what it was, and why it’s the only one

Feb. 10, 2023 at 1:03 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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This credit card is offering 6% cash back at the grocery store — and it’s not the only one with lucrative grocery cash back offers right now

Feb. 9, 2023 at 8:52 a.m. ET by Andrew Shilling

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I have $20K in credit card debt that costs me $400 a month just in interest. Should I use a personal loan to refinance it?

Feb. 4, 2023 at 2:01 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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Wayfair’s massive annual Way Day sale starts today. Here are 5 deals we love

Apr. 25, 2023 at 10:58 a.m. ET by Maddy Perkins

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The Home Depot is having a massive spring sale right now with 30% off select appliances, grills, patio furniture and more

Apr. 25, 2023 at 10:43 a.m. ET by Maddy Perkins

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This may be the best cat litter you’ve never heard of

Apr. 11, 2023 at 1:34 p.m. ET by Maddy Perkins

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This is one of the 5 best mattresses for back pain — and it only costs $699 for a queen right now

Apr. 10, 2023 at 12:15 p.m. ET by Maddy Perkins

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We scoured the internet, and this is the No. 1 most-recommended robot vacuum in America right now

Apr. 10, 2023 at 10:13 a.m. ET by Maddy Perkins

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Sleep hot? These $35 sheets are the best cooling bed sheets in America, according to an analysis of 10 different review sites

Mar. 17, 2023 at 11:51 a.m. ET by Maddy Perkins

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Looking for a cozier night’s sleep? This is one of the best weighted blankets in America — and it’s now on sale for just $43

Feb. 24, 2023 at 9:34 a.m. ET by Maddy Perkins

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This mattress has won multiple ‘best mattress’ awards — and it’s now on sale for just $449 for a queen

Feb. 17, 2023 at 11:01 a.m. ET by Maddy Perkins

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24 roses, delivered, for under $50 — and 4 other Valentine’s Day flowers deals you won’t want to miss

Feb. 9, 2023 at 12:20 p.m. ET by Maddy Perkins

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Deal of the Day: Get a beautiful bouquet of 24 long-stem roses shipped in time for Valentine’s Day for under $50

Feb. 9, 2023 at 9:40 a.m. ET by Maddy Perkins

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U.S.’s annual inflation rate is 5%. But here are 10 things that are actually cheaper now than they were a year ago.

Apr. 15, 2023 at 3:16 p.m. ET by Andrew Shilling

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This is the No. 1 most-recommended vacuum for pet hair in America — and it’s on sale now for just $135

Apr. 11, 2023 at 1:35 p.m. ET by Maddy Perkins

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Deal of the Day: Sick of Netflix and Hulu? You can get a $169 lifetime subscription to this documentary streaming service. Here’s who might, and might not, like it

Mar. 17, 2023 at 7:54 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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If you’re a gamer, this new PlayStation bundle deal may be worth a look

Aug. 20, 2022 at 7:36 a.m. ET by Maddy Perkins

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Deal of the Day: Amazon is now offering three months — for free — of its premium Audible membership

Jul. 26, 2022 at 11:16 a.m. ET by Maddy Perkins

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3 useful sites — that you may not know about — to buy tickets to concerts, sporting events, shows and more

Jul. 24, 2022 at 6:54 a.m. ET by James Kay

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5 of the best-rated laptops you can buy right now, including a new MacBook for under $1,000

Jul. 23, 2022 at 9:30 a.m. ET by Maddy Perkins

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‘We’re definitely seeing TV deals ramp up.’ 8 best TV deals happening now on OLED, LED and more TVs

Jul. 6, 2022 at 10:38 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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I’ve designed recording studios for Jimi Hendrix, Bruce Springsteen and Aerosmith — and these are the speakers, headphones and soundbars I use in my own home for ‘fantastic’ quality music

Jul. 3, 2022 at 3:24 p.m. ET

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5 best TV deals right now, including $1,100 off a TV with ‘the best picture we’ve ever seen from an OLED TV’

Jun. 24, 2022 at 12:13 p.m. ET by Maddy Perkins

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The best Father’s Day tech deals, including the Amazon Echo, Apple AirPods, GoPro and more

Jun. 18, 2022 at 8:28 a.m. ET by Maddy Perkins

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Inflation is the highest it’s been since 1981. But prices on these 3 popular products have actually fallen significantly this year

Jun. 16, 2022 at 11:03 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson

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