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Macy’s releases Black Friday ad with 12 freebies up for grabs starting Thanksgiving
Macy’s Black Friday sale spreads out the deals andfeatures three days of doorbusters including 12 items that are free after rebates.
Want better returns on your savings? Bail on your big bank and go online only
Alternatives to big banks are offering some of the best deposit account interest rates consumers have seen in years.
Trade wars, taxes, immigration among top economic issues for voters in midterm elections
Trade wars, taxes, immigration, health care are among voters’ economic concerns ahead of midterms. With a strong economy, fewer worry over jobs
Should I start drawing down my savings or claim Social Security early? Ask a Fool
Both approaches have issues. My preference is the delayed Social Security option, but it’s important to consider your overall financial situation.
It’s official: CoverGirl cosmetics are cruelty free, meaning there’s no animal testing
CoverGirl is now the biggest cosmetics brand to receive certification that it has eliminated animal testing from every step of its production process
Report: Northern Virginia may be winner of Amazon HQ2 sweepstakes; Amazon exec slams leak
Amazon is reportedly in advanced discussions about opening HQ2 in Crystal City, Va. An Amazon exec tweets that leaks don’t help the area’s cause
Animal rights gone too far? California voters will decide on Proposition 12 chicken cage ban
Proposition 12 would mandate that egg-laying chickens nolonger be caged. It would also require more space for veal calves and pregnant pigs.
Being a good financial role model for your kids means teaching responsible spending
If you want your kids to adopt a more responsible approach to money, you’ll need to make sure you’re a solid role model during their younger years.
Knowing these jaw-dropping stats about Social Security can help your retirement planning
There are many surprising things about Social Security, such as how much people earning millions actually pay in Social Security payroll taxes.