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However, it’s possible for you to hone your savings skills by using some key tools. These saving strategies help me set a foundation for larger goals such asbuying rental properties. Use these seven tips to kick your savings into high gear. Use these seven tips tosupercharge your savings. You may not stick to your budget on the first, second or even third attempt. Life happens, and unforeseen incidents can throw you off track....

I’ve covered taxes at CNET the last two years. During this time, I’ve been asked many tax questions by colleagues, friends and family. Most are aboutmaximizing refundsand thebest tax software optionsto use. Here are some of the most common questions I’ve answered so far. Is the IRS going away? There’s little to no evidence that the Internal Revenue Service is being dismantled. The agency is crucial to funding the expenditures of the federal government and enforcing tax law....

Do taxcredits or deductionsreallysave you money on your tax bill or give you a bigger refund? What about tax exemptions and exclusions? These two tax terms are probably the ones my clients confuse most often. Both are valuable but credits tend to be far more impactful. Let’s look at an example to help explain. Say you’re a single filer who earned $50,000 in 2024 without any deductions or credits. Your taxable income would be $50,000, so you’d owe $6,059 in taxes....

People have been asking for a color version of Amazon’s popularKindle e-readersfor years. The Kindle consistently tops our list ofbest e-readers, and now there’s a better option. In 2024, Amazon finally came through with the Kindle Colorsoft. It’sonly $225, which is $55 off the regular price of $280. But keep in mind that today is the last day of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale. This deal might last past tonight, so grab one now before it’s too late....

And I’m starting with my bedding. One of CNET’s favorite brands isCozy Earth. Here are the things I’m adding to my cart. It’s lightweight, and because bamboo is naturally cooling." Thatbrings the price down to $258, a significant savings. Hey, did you know?CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. TheCozy Earth Cloud Knit blanketis the perfect layer for any bed or couch. It’s super soft and made of 100% bamboo viscose....

I can still remember the first time I booted upKOTORand dove into the story BioWare created. But it was also the first time such a deep look had been given to that universe. The first time I truly felt I could do something to impact that world. BioWare However, in its current state, the game plays very clunkily compared to more modern RPGs. The graphics also just dont hold up well, and neither does the general gameplay....

The sales extravaganza offers a dizzying array ofdeals, including plenty that havealready dropped. As someone who loves a bargain, I’ve been a Black Friday shopper for years. But this time around, I’m opting out. Some stores may mark up items to make their “sale” prices look more appealing. It’s also important to check the price across several retailers." CNET editors scour sales to make sureyou’re getting the best deals. If you are shopping Black Friday, check out their recommendations....

Purple Carrotwas the one. I think you will be too, if you give it a try with its heavily discountedCyber Mondaydeal. (We now have garlic coming out of our ears.) The recipes are well written, each with five or six easy-to-follow steps that don’t require much skill. We’ve had curries, salads, pasta, tacos, stews and more. The vegan dairy substitutes are genuinely delicious. The produce is always excellent quality and thoroughly washed....

Even thoughBlack Fridayis under our belts, it feels like the sales are just beginning. And right now, the Roku Smart Home Outdoor Plug SE is down tojust $10 at Walmart. you might currently pick it up for theexact same price at Amazonas well. It’s rated IP64, which means it’s highly weather-resistant. Plus, you’re free to connect to your home Wi-Fi from up to 300 feet away. Hey, did you know?CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money....

All of thenews about tariffsis rattling investors and sending the stock on a wild ride. President Donald Trump’s “reciprocal tariffs” on numerous countries were set to go into effect on Wednesday. But he announced a 90-day pause on them except China, which he increased to 125%. But panic is not your friend wheninvesting. Temporary losses don’t have to derail your retirement goals. Here’s what I’m doing instead. Start by reviewing your withdrawal strategy....

(More on that below.) Just remember, the window for the deals is short. Most of these codes expire at midnight onMonday, Dec. 2. Eyeglasses.com offers a massive selection of glasses: prescription, bifocals, sunglasses, readers and more. Hey, did you know?CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. you might get a free antireflective coating with any Vailux purchase when you use the codeGLAREFREE24. This has a value of $49 and is good now through Dec....

That means I’m constantly on the phone these days with everyone from the IRS to attorneys to CPAs. I can’t even tell you how much time I’ve wasted stuck in this never-never land lately. Here’s how automated phone lines could make life easier for their callers. So many times, I listen carefully to all of the options and none of them fit my situation. I usually just start yelling “AGENT!”...

If you’ve ever considered flying for the holidays, you know it can be expensive. And our cross-country airline tickets usually cost much more than $283 each. Read more:Traveling This Holiday Season? Use these strategies to find the best deals on holiday airfare. Prices for airline tickets during the holidays tend to just keep going up. Start saving in January If you know you plan to travel home for the holidays, start saving early....