Money-Saving Tips

Working 4 You Jun 5

Deals on gifts for dads and grads: Best things to buy in June

Need a gift for a dad or grad, or summer supplies like sunscreen or a blender for frozen drinks? News4’s Susan Hogan shares Consumer Reports’ roundup of the best money-saving deals in June.

news May 25

With college tuition bills coming due, here's what to know before you tap your 529 plan
news May 24

New homeowners should do one key task for long-term tax savings, real estate attorney says

Consumer May 21

Tips for making extra cash with a high-yield savings account

Do you want to make money without having to do anything? It all starts with where you have your savings. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan reports.
news May 20

Keke Palmer: Living below my means is ‘incredibly important' to me—'if I have $1 million in my pocket, my rent is going to be $1,500′

Keke Palmer says she learned how to budget, save and live below her means at a young age from her parents — and it gives her security as a working actress.
news May 16

Appealing your property taxes may secure ‘several years of savings,' expert says. Here's how

Property taxes increased in the U.S. in recent years. Appealing the bill can help lower your taxes immediately and secure future savings. Here’s what to know.
news May 14

How college savers can manage 529 plans in a turbulent market

Some college savings account balances are a little smaller amid recent stock volatility. Here’s how to create a withdrawal plan in a turbulent market.

news May 13

Many Americans are struggling with food price inflation. Here's how to save on groceries

Higher costs on essentials like groceries are impacting U.S. consumers. Here are ways to save, according to experts.
news May 9

No buy, low buy, slow buy: How many consumers are preparing for an economic hit

On TikTok, money saving hacks with hashtags such as no buy, low buy, slow buy and underconsumption are exploding in popularity, especially among young adults.
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Skip Traffic, Save Money: How This Virginia County Is Inspiring More Commuters to Bike to Work

Fairfax County is making it easier than ever for residents to turn to biking as a practical and healthy alternative.

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news May 2

IRS unveils new HSA limits for 2026. Here's what investors need to know

The IRS has released the health savings account limits for 2026. Here’s what investors need to know.
news Apr 29

3 ways to boost your income, from a 30-year-old who grew her salary from $72,000 to $186,000 in 5 years

You don’t have to learn a new skill or change industries to make more money.
news Apr 29

Where to put savings you'll need in the next 5 years, according to financial experts

Market volatility can create buying opportunities for long-term investors. But if you need the money soon, swings in stock prices can be a big problem.
Consumer Apr 25

Money-saving tips: How small swaps can stretch your dollar

From eating at home more often to repairing a broken appliance, there are lots of ways to make your dollar go further. News4’s Susan Hogan shares practical, expert-backed advice.
news Apr 25

Procrastinating on this money move cost me thousands of dollars—actually doing it took 15 minutes

I left my money in an underperforming fund in a brokerage I didn’t like because the alternative seemed too complicated.
news Apr 24

Warren Buffett has a record amount of cash on the sidelines. Here's how experts recommend balancing saving and investing

New market turbulence may tempt investors to have more cash set aside. But experts warn it’s possible to have too much money in savings.
news Apr 21

Kids who learn this 1 skill early on are highly successful in life: They get ‘better jobs' and ‘earn more money,' says expert

Reading is “a powerful predictor of long-term success,” says literacy advocate Maya Payne Smart. Here are five steps parents can take to raise an avid reader.
Consumer Apr 6

DIY home improvement: What a Maryland ‘ContractHer' teaches women

A Maryland woman who found herself in over her head with a fixer-upper turned her frustration into a thriving business – and teaches women home repair skills they never thought they would master. Tisha Grant’s journey started with trial and error after she got divorced and bought a home. “I said, ‘I’m going to figure it out. I’m going...
Travel Mar 27

How to find an affordable international vacation

Want to travel internationally but not spend too much? Pauline Frommer, Frommers.com publisher, shares tips on how to find travel deals, including in Colombia and Costa Rica. News4’s Susan Hogan reports.
Personal finance Mar 14

Scrolling social media gives consumers ideas for money-saving hacks

News4’s Susan Hogan has some tips if you’ve scrolled through social media and want to try “cash stuffing” (aka envelope-based budgeting) or a no-spend challenge.