15 Cars Fueling the Auto Recovery
Buyers continue to shun big vehicles in favor of those getting good mileage. And excitement still sells, with some hot new sports cars sprinting out of the gate.
8 Restaurants on a Roll
It might not be good for America's waistline, but froufrou dining off petite plates is out. The recession has made us hungry for family-size piles of comfort food, skyscraping burgers, and all-you-can-eat fries. See which dining chains have kept Americans full during the recession.
10 Tips to Save on Holiday Gifts
Given the shaky job market, holiday budgets are tighter this year. So to avoid the winding lines and sold-out merchandise, here are 10 tips to save you time and money as you kick off your holiday shopping.
Cities Where Job Recovery Will Be Slowest
While the nation's job market is awful overall—thousands of Americans are exhausting their unemployment benefits daily—it's clear that the true jobs picture is as varied as the nation's topography. With the promise of a recovery on the horizon, new data show that the employment upturn will be regional as well.
Tips for Reducing Your Home Heating Bill
It doesn't take much to make a dent in your monthly heating bills. There are a number of quick changes you can make without even spending a dime.
What a Median-Priced Home Looks Like in 10 Different Cities
Just as the housing crash has hit various parts of the country with unequal force, $177,700 will buy you a much different house in one real estate market than it will in the next. To get a sense of how far your real estate dollar will stretch in different parts of the country today, here is a look at homes listed in the $177,700 range in 10 distinct U.S. cities.
America's Best Affordable Places to Retire
We sought out places with a low cost of living and reasonable housing prices that still offered access to the services and amenities that people should look for in an ideal retirement spot. Each city on the list has high-quality healthcare and elder-care facilities, as well as an abundance of educational and cultural events.
