Housing Woes Bring a New Cry: Let the Market Fall
Some economists and analysts urge a dose of shock therapy that would shift benefits to future homeowners from current ones: Let the housing market crash.
Why to Be Wary of Add-On Insurance
The Consumer Federation of America recently warned consumers to be wary of buying add-on insurance for a number of reasons.
Thursday Reading: The Ideal Income
The income number that makes people happy, smartphones for under $100 and other consumer-focused items from Thursday's Times.
Study Shows Drop in Credit Card Use
Consumers are using credit cards less than in the past, according to data just released from Javelin Strategy and Research.
How Much to Put in an Emergency Fund
New research from MetLife provides some guidance on how much to include in your emergency fund to cover the chance of a critical illness in your family.
Obama Is Against a Compromise on Bush Tax Cuts
The president?s decision not to extend tax cuts for the rich adds a populist twist to an economic package designed to entice support from big businesses and their Republican allies.
