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Buying a newer, more advanced vehicle is always exciting — but before you do, you need to decide what you’ll do with your current car. For instance, you could trade it in at a dealership, sell it or donate it to charity for a nice tax deduction. If you plan to sell or trade it in, there are a few …

While new technology is always welcomed, expensive products that hurt your wallet are not. Not only can you get your hands on cutting-edge gadgets, you can also do it without breaking the bank. Best Buy’s discount on electronics is a well-kept secret that we’re letting you in on to save you money and keep up with trends.  So where do …

Next year, Social Security benefits will see a cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, of 8.7% — the largest since 1981, when the increase hit an all-time high of 11.2%.  “A COLA of 8.7% is extremely rare and would be the highest ever received by most Social Security beneficiaries alive today,” Senior Citizens League policy analyst Mary Johnson said in a statement earlier this year. …

Ally Bank is an ideal alternative to traditional brick-and-mortar banks. Founded in 2009, Ally is a full-service bank offering consistently competitive rates on all deposit accounts. The highest rates are available for all balances, regardless of tier.   High APYs, minimal fees and 24/7 customer support help to make Ally an attractive banking solution for the 21st century retail banking …

The new flagship Pixel 7 series hit shelves earlier this month, the Pixel 6A will remain the budget option for those looking for a great Google Pixel deal. And right now, you can pick up an unlocked model for the record-low price of $299, which knocks $150 off the usual price. However, there’s no clear-cut expiration on this offer, and deals …

Current and former AT&T customers may be eligible for a piece of a $14 million settlement, but the deadline is swiftly approaching.AT&T agreed to the massive payout after a class action lawsuit alleged it charged subscribers hidden fees for years:  In court filings, plaintiffs in Vianu v. AT&T Mobility argued the telecom company failed to inform postpaid wireless customers they …

This story is part of Home Tips, CNET’s collection of practical advice for getting the most out of your home, inside and out. Heating a home is rarely cheap and, with global energy prices on the rise, it’s more important than ever to consider how to make our homes more energy-efficient.  This is easier in newer properties as they’re more …

This story is part of Home Tips, CNET’s collection of practical advice for getting the most out of your home, inside and out. There are moochers living in your home. Some of your appliances and electronics spend all day siphoning off precious energy you’ll have to pay for, even when you’re not actually using these devices. As long as they’re …

This story is part of Home Tips, CNET’s collection of practical advice for getting the most out of your home, inside and out. With a possible recession on the horizon, it’s always a good idea to keep an eye on your spending habits. Inflation is steep, utility bills are skyrocketing this fall and winter, and gas prices are on a …

Sometimes finding the best online deals is more stressful than exciting. Depending on what you’re trying to buy and where, shopping can be less “thrill of the hunt” and more of a slog. At a major chain like Wayfair, though, there are a few tricks we’ve found for finding the best products and snagging the best deals. Wayfair, an online …