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 Denny's Grand Slam freebie is back. On Tuesday, Feb. 9 from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., the restaurant chain will be offering an "instant replay" of its free Original Grand Slam promotion, which consists of pancakes, eggs, bacon strips and sausage links (two of each). ... Read More
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 Hasbro's Monopoly is getting a makeover just in time for its 75th anniversary. The latest edition of the game, dubbed "Monopoly: Revolution," is due out in stores later this year. It sports a circular game board and includes no cash. Instead, players will get a chip and pin credit card. ... Read More
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 It's that time of the year again. Brownies, Daisies and Cadets are knocking on doors, setting up shop in high-traffic areas like train stations and, well… Walmarts, and taking small towns and cities alike by storm on their quest to sell boxes of Girl Scout cookies.
But we're left to wonder: Where, exactly, does the Girl Scout cookie money go? ... Read More
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 Much to our dismay, the Pittsburgh Steelers will not repeat as NFL champions this year. But that doesn't mean stocks won't receive a post-Super Bowl boost after this Sunday's game in Miami that rivals what Steely McBeam & Co. helped them achieve last year with their performance in Tampa. ... Read More
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 It's no secret that small is in these days: smaller homes, cars, vacations and weddings, to name a few.
Children's birthday parties, which were once lavish extravaganzas complete with decorations, entertainment and pricey menus, are no exception. ... Read More
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 Are you in the market for a new lawn mower? Want to get a great deal? Well, then hopefully your yard isn't being overtaken by tall grass as we speak. That's because, according to our friends at Consumer Reports, your best chance to get a bargain-priced lawn mower comes in the months of April, May and October. ... Read More
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 College education is just barely affordable for many families these days. Despite the fact that we're emerging from the worst recession in 70 years, some schools have already announced tuition hikes. At Princeton University, for example, the cost to attend will rise as much as 3.3 percent, outpacing inflation and hitting $47,020 a year. ... Read More
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 In a push to cater to "time-starved: shoppers, Walgreen Co. has hinted about a possible plan to roll out prepared meals such as salads, cut fruits, ready-to-bake pizzas and sandwiches in over 7,000 stores, according to recent reports. ... Read More
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 As we get our footing in a new year and a new decade, we called on Chartered Financial Analyst Peter C. Zeuli of Philadelphia Investment Partners to find answers to some pressing questions: Will 2010 be the year that sparks a double-dip recession and drives us back to retracing March '09 lows? Or are the markets priced for a multi-year bull run? Which sectors will shine, and which will continue to waver? ... Read More
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 Are you in the market for a new pup? Or do you already have a furry companion and are overwhelmed with the steep price tag that comes with caring for him or her? Luckily, the Associated Press recently shared sure-fire ways to own a dog without breaking the bank. ... Read More
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 Would you like to have NFL players running through your living room? Electronics manufacturers certainly think you would. At least that's the impression we get based on the flood of news that came out of the 2010 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas last week.
But the big question for electronics manufacturers targeting 3-D remains: Just because they build it, will consumers necessarily come? ... Read More
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 While taxes sure can be confusing, many of the rules and guidelines appear to be written in black and white: Collect your W-2s from employers, 1099-B for proceeds from stock sales, 1099-R for payments from IRAs or retirement plans, and so on.
However, there's more to the Internal Revenue Service than what meets the eye. For starters, it is skeptical about many tax preparers. It is more interested in checking for errors on your return if you make over $200,000 a year. And its forte certainly isn't customer service. Read on for a list of things about the IRS that you may not be aware of. ... Read More
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 This year, there's no shortage of finance-related changes that will affect everything from your job to your credit-card bills. The good news: Many of these modifications could make you happier as a consumer.
Just don't let some of the hard deadlines that accompany said improvements, such as the day new credit-card rules go into effect, catch you without fair warning. ... Read More
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 With each new year comes a new batch of tax laws and miscellaneous changes to be aware of.
But before we move forward, we must look back... especially when it comes to preparing your 2009 tax return. Let's begin by taking a closer look at 2009. As with most years, there were many changes to tax law that you should keep in mind when filing your return before April 15. ... Read More
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 Many traded in their "clunkers" for new fuel-efficient vehicles in 2009. As we move into 2010, the popularity of green appliances is heating up.
That's thanks to a newly launched federal appliance rebate program, modeled after the popular Cash for Clunkers incentive. ... Read More
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 Before you pop open a bottle of champagne and toast to the New Year, you might want to take some time to contemplate your resolutions… if you haven’t already. You’re about to encounter a new beginning: a new year and a new decade. And both financially and psychologically speaking, there’s no better time than now to improve your money-management habits. ... Read More
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 It's hard to turn around these days without encountering some kind of "best" or "worst" list. Columnists, bloggers and talk-radio hosts everywhere feel obligated to bring us the year's top celebrity scandals, the decade's worst movies or better yet... pull out the crystal ball and list 2010's best careers or the next decade's top athletes. ... Read More
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 With Christmas just days away, most of us have finished our holiday shopping by now. But for those of you that are still scurrying around buying gifts, it's important that you shop wisely. Here are some last-minute tips to avoid overspending or rushed decision-making that could come in the wake of the holiday rush. ... Read More
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 As we come through the holiday season all happy and joyous, some people are nonetheless starting to shake in their boots. Why? TAX SEASON is coming.
Most people hate tax season. They don't want to think about paying taxes and perhaps even more so, they think getting their "tax stuff" together is a nightmare. But whether you prepare your own tax return or work with a professional, I am here to help. ... Read More
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 Forbes and Payscale's list of the cities where Americans are getting richer the quickest unveiled a few surprises. For starters, some of the rankings didn't turn out exactly as expected. Soaring unemployment rates did little to deter leading contenders from the top ranks. And the survey showed that income growth has more to do with what you do than where you live. ... Read More
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 Given Americans' growing interest in spending behavior analyses, coupled with online banking trends and our current social media frenzy, I can't say I was exactly surprised to hear about the latest online social network concept -- a Twitter for credit-card purchases. The site, known as "Blippy," was created by entrepreneur Philip Kaplan. ... Read More
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 The public now is stuck with immense debt from last year's credit meltdown -- not to mention a 10 percent jobless rate. But the financial companies that brought it about seem to have little interest in reform -- or, even, in helping along the recovery. That shouldn't be surprising. ... Read More
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 Coke drinkers that like to buy in bulk can finally relax... Their preferred soft drink will return to Costco Wholesale warehouse clubs on Monday. ... Read More
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 Are Americans going to be cheap this holiday season? In short, the answer is yes. But considering the current financial crisis and rising unemployment rates, their plans to cut back on spending are well justified... Read on to learn about three ways to cut back on this season's spending. (In some cases, you won't even have to trim your gift list.) ... Read More
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 One of the bright spots in the economy -- perhaps the only one -- has been the renewed profitability of investment banks. But a recent story on The Daily Beast ("Worse than Enron?") suggests that the picture is misleading, if not illusory.
Nomi Prins describes in detail the various accounting tricks that the big banks have resorted to ... Read More
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 Forbes recently released its list of the world's smartest cities, pulling back the curtain on 10 promising urban areas built on a solid foundation of strong economic fundamentals. These places have practical infrastructure, attractive economies that are poised for a rebound and sophisticated urban planning. ... Read More
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 You may never have to shovel snow or mow a lawn again, but you might also be prohibited from having a bird feeder in your yard or be fined if your houseguests discard cigarette butts in the gutter. Is a condominium -- with its rules and regulations -- right for you? ... Read More
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 As traditional brick-and-mortar retail stores cut back on inventory this year, online sites have followed suit, according to a recent article by Amy Hoak at MarketWatch. Because supply is limited, consumers are more carefully navigating the web to find the best deals and discounts both in-store and online this season. Read on for some helpful tips. ... Read More
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 It is difficult to get a clear or consistent account of what went wrong between banks and their regulators in the run-up to the crisis. So many accounts in the press are evasive and muddled -- if you stop to look more closely. ... Read More
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 With Black Friday just days away, we compiled a list of ads from some of the most popular retailers. Rather than scouring the web and third-party sources for unconfirmed deal rumors, we went directly to each source to provide you with helpful information all in one place. ... Read More
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