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Mardi Gras beads decorate a wrought iron fence on Magazine Street on March 3, 2019 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Why Is Mardi Gras Celebrated in New Orleans?

The easy answer is, "because it's tradition, cher," as they say in the Big Easy. But dive back into the past and it gets a little murkier.

Jet vs. Amazon Which Is Cheaper?

Free shipping on all orders over $49 and consistently low prices on basic household goods...

Everything I Thought About Cruises Turned Out to Be Wrong

Last summer I finally went on a cruise and discovered that everything I thought I...

What Happens to Cruise Ship Cabins That Don’t Get Sold?

For any number of reasons, a cruise line may have cabins that they didn't sell....

15 Credit Card Perks You Didn’t Know Existed

These days, credit card issuers are bending over backward to get your business. Here are...

Leasing vs. Buying a Car: Which Is Right for You?

The answer is: it depends. Our financial experts' insight on whether leasing vs. buying is...

20 Hidden Fees You Had No Idea You Were Paying

You know that, if you're late filing your federal taxes or paying your credit card...

13 Times You Should Never Pay Cash

They say cash is king, but there are plenty of reasons why credit can be...
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11 Costco Items You Think Will Save You Money—But Won’t

You know Costco is a one-stop place for just about anything, where you can walk...

22 Cities Where You Can Retire on $1,500 a Month

See if any of these places are ideal for you!

14 Summer Vacation Packages Worth the Money

While spring is barely here, it's not too soon to start planning your summer vacation....

15 Things Everyone Pays Way Too Much For

You know when you shell out for those designer shoes or luxury vacation it'll set...

The Best (and Absolute Worst) States for Taxes

Here's a look at the top ten—and bottom ten—states for taxes, according to Kiplinger and...

The 14 Costliest Home-Buying Mistakes

Buying a new home is as exciting as it is nerve-racking; you long for your...

15 Under-the-Radar Places to Visit in 2019

Paris, Barcelona, Rome, Machu Picchu are all lovely cities, but they are so yesterday. In...

15 Financial Resolutions That Will Make You More Money in 2020

You know the year-end ritual, make all sorts of promises to do better, be it...

How Much the Average House Costs in Each State

Owning your home is still very much a part of the American dream—but it's not...

13 Smart Money Moves to Make Before the End of the Year

You had all kinds of good intentions about getting your finances your order in 2018....

13 Things Your Landlord Won’t Tell You—That Could Cost You Money

Your landlord will tell you when the rent is due, whether you can have pets...

50 Ways to Save on Summer Travel

You've worked hard all year long for your summer vacation! But maybe you have more...

12 Things You Need to Know Before Buying Anything Through Facebook

Sure, you can shop where you share your vacation photos—as long as you know how...