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By Emma Sarran Webster

How to set and stick to a budget in 2019

You vowed to "cut back" in 2019. Now what?

Stories That Pay Off: How much money does Starbucks make off the pumpkin spice latte?

By Josh Ocampo
In 2017, Starbucks sold as many as 350 million PSLs.

Stories That Pay Off: Here’s how expensive it can be to own a dog

By Josh Ocampo
A survey found dog owners spend much more on their pooches than they think they do.

Don’t Fall For This: What to know before you plan your wedding and hire wedding vendors

By Kaitlin Menza
Ready to sign over thousands of dollars to multiple contractors? Probably not. These tips help.

This week in food and travel: When booking a one-way airplane ticket could save you money

By Josh Ocampo
Also: One solo traveler reflects on her mistakes, why young people may be in denial about food waste and how PETA changed the packaging of an iconic snack food.
By Josh Ocampo

Stories That Pay Off: How to set boundaries with your co-workers

This week, experts explained how to set limits with colleagues, how to avoid these common renting mistakes and more.

When can you get money back from airlines? These are the only times compensation is guaranteed

By Josh Ocampo
Getting compensated from an airline is tough as it is, but here are the rare instances in which you are entitled to getting your money back.

Stories That Pay Off: Why flights get overbooked — and how to make the most of it

By Payoff Staff
This week, we explored how to avoid being bumped from an overbooked flight, Trump's recent grocery store gaffe and more.

Opening a new credit card: How to choose the right card for more rewards and fewer penalties

By Josh Ocampo
From credit scores to high interest rates, financial experts weighed in on the things you should consider when cancelling your old credit card — and finding the right one for you.

Stories That Pay Off: How to find out if your new romantic partner is a financial disaster

By Josh Ocampo
This week, we take a look at whether your new date is a responsible spender, the business of Ivanka Trump's clothing line and more.
By Payoff Staff

Stories That Pay Off: Why do we get so mad when others show their financial privilege?

This week, we looked at why one intern's finances lit up the internet, the not-so-private privacy settings of Venmo and more.

Stories that pay off: How to save money on your next vacation

By Payoff Staff
From loyalty programs to credit cards, here’s our guide to saving money on your next vacation — so your bank account can take a break too.

Stories that pay off: 46% of LGBTQ employees are not out at work. One out leader could change that.

By Payoff Staff
This week, we take a look at a leader who wants to support LGBTQ employees, the benefits of Summer Fridays, the ways brands trick you into buying products and how online shopping may change forever.

Stories that pay off: How to save money on everything from rent to dining out

By Payoff Staff
Saving money is easier said than done. But there are some actionable, realistic things you can do to trim your spending in areas both big — rent, cars — and small — hanging out with friends.

Small kitchen, serious cook: 5 meals you can make with just $30 worth of groceries

By Esther Gim
A week's worth of meals — from salmon and asparagus to black bean pasta — can be accomplished on a budget with a bit of planning.
By Payoff Staff

Stories that pay off: How to save money this wedding season

Our guide to saving money on wedding expenses this year — without looking cheap.

The best money lessons I learned as a personal finance writer

By James Dennin
Most personal finance “advice” really isn’t rocket science. Here's the best of what I learned.

Digit’s new feature can help you pay off your credit card balance — but is it worth the monthly fee?

By James Dennin
Digit, which tracks your spending to help you save money, is rolling out a new product to help customers pay off their credit cards.

Are you guilty of spending money you don’t have to hang out with friends?

By James Dennin
Nearly 40% of millennials take on debt to keep up with friends, according to a recent survey. Here's how to cut down on social spending without having to feel like you're missing out.

Student loans: From repayment to forgiveness to consolidation, your 5 biggest questions — answered

By James Dennin
Student loan questions? From FAFSA stress to pros and cons of refinancing student debt to questions on consolidation, forgiveness and interest payments, we’ve got answers.
By James Dennin

How a perfect credit score can improve your life — and the only 3 things you need to know to get it

Your big dreams — like snagging your ideal job, home, car or apartment — depend on your credit score and history. Knowing three low-stress principles can help you build perfect credit from scratch.

Need $1,000 right now? You’re not alone: Here’s why — and how to get it.

By James Dennin
Wondering how to save or make money fast? If you're short $1,000 for credit card bills or an emergency fund, take action today. This is how to rustle up some quick cash — and actually hold on to it.

5 easy moves to plan the perfect wedding — without going broke

By Gina Ragusa
Wedding dresses, venues, cake, invitations, band and more planning questions stressing you out? Never fear: These 5 easy steps will get you through the process — so your perfect day stays on budget.

Ready to switch bank accounts? The 15 worst banks for consumer complaints — and how to find a gem.

By James Dennin
If you use Bank of America or TCF National Bank — or are just generally unhappy with your checking or savings account — see this ranking of CFPB consumer complaints, plus a guide to switching banks.

The cheapest places to travel to in January 2018

By Kate Bratskeir
January is the cheapest month for travel — and these are the places where you'll get your money's worth.
By Gina Ragusa

The 17 biggest money lessons of 2017 to end up richer and wiser — and ready for 2018

As 2017 turns into 2018, here are the most important financial and career lessons of the last year to take with you into a smarter, richer, happier, better future.

With tax reform in the rearview, Republican are set to resume infighting

By A.P. Joyce
The clock is ticking on an impending government shutdown, and the Republican Party still has a lot of work to do.

Holiday Tipping Guide 2017: How to tip, who to tip and how much to give — without a calculator

By Gina Ragusa
Forget the tip calculator. How much to tip is the perennial holiday question, but this 2017 guide will explain all — whether you're worried about tipping for delivery, your hairdresser and more.

Credit card payment pain? Pros and cons of store cards from Walmart, Amazon, Costco, TJX and more

By Gina Ragusa
What is the best store credit card? Are they good value? What to know on the Amazon Prime card, as well as those from Walmart, Target, Gap, Macy's, TJ Maxx, Costco, Best Buy, Home Depot and JCPenney.

Air France just launched a “millennial airline” with $46 fares. Will it succeed?

By Lane Nieset
Joon aims to be a combination of the budget fares of EasyJet and the elevated experience of JetBlue.
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