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Baggage fees can easily add $60 (or more) to your trip. Take a look at these hacks that will help you save some cash.

Upgrading an airline ticket can be costly, and that money has to come from somewhere. See what one writer is willing to sacrifice to fly in comfort.

You can boost your business with the right credit card. Read on to learn how to maximize rewards and fuel growth.

The Axos Bank Rewards Checking Account is paying up to $500 to qualifying new customers. Find out how to earn the bonus and decide whether it's right for you.

Want to grow your net worth to $1 million or more? Here's what you need to do to make it happen.

Opening a CD? Before you get excited about the interest you'll earn, recognize that you don't get to keep it all. Here's what you should know.

Poor credit might prevent you from getting a loan. But what about a new job? Read on to find out.

CDs might seem like a nice, safe bet for retirement. Read on to see why you might sorely regret using them to build a nest egg.

It's natural to want to save money when flying. But read to see why choosing the cheapest fare might backfire on you.

We compared online prices at Aldi, Walmart, Kroger, and Whole Foods Market. Find out how much you could save by switching grocery stores.

Costco offers great deals on more than just bulk groceries. While many people may not be aware of these deals, see why they're worth checking out.

If you're not sure you can scrape together a down payment, moving to a small town might be a solution. Check out USDA loans and what they offer.

Believe it or not, your best move when buying CDs right now isn't to chase the highest rate. Read on to learn more.

EVs have a lot of benefits, but they also come with a big price tag. Here are three factors to consider when deciding whether to buy a new one.

You want a decent-size nest egg by age 60, since retirement may be right around the corner. Here's how to pull it off.

Costco has a ton of different membership perks if you know where to look. Explore travel discounts, insurance savings, and business tools here.

Moving into your first apartment is a milestone to celebrate. Check out how these Costco purchases could make it easier to settle in.

The Citi Strata Premier℠ Card has useful benefits for a reasonable annual fee. Learn about this Citi card's most unique perks to see if it's right for you.

A Costco membership could be crucial for new homeowners. Read on to see why.

The Amex Blue Cash Preferred Card is known for its gas and grocery rewards. Check out its most unique perks to see what makes it special.

Hosting a July 4 party? See how much you can save on must-have Costco July 4 deals.

A huge benefit of using credit cards is to reap the rewards. Read on to make sure you're not missing out.

Starting a side hustle can be fun and empowering, but it can also bring extra costs and risks. See how to make these side hustles work for you.

As one of the most popular retailers in the world, Costco knows how to provide bargains. Here are seven items for less than $20.

Are your credit cards serving your needs? Read on to see why a downgrade could make sense if they're not.