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Today at 8:15 AM  No matter what you do for a living, you probably work hard at it.

Friday, May 17, 2013  If you wander the household cleaning aisle of a store, you'll notice tons of stain removal options...and most of them don't come cheap.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  "I had that dream that I was going to walk down the aisle in that beautiful and big church, with a princess gown."

Friday, May 10, 2013  No matter how you get a traffic ticket, the consequences can be super expensive.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  With all the talk these days about gay marriage, you'd think everyone in America is dying to tie the knot.

Monday, May 06, 2013  "Sometimes they don't even realize that they have a filter."

Friday, May 03, 2013  Laundry... it never ends. And it's also the place to start dressing for frugal success by making your clothes last longer.

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  Susan Leventhal spends her days helping workers find employment through the Professional Placement Network Program of WorkForce One.

Monday, April 29, 2013  Hey mom: what would you NOT want for Mother's day?

Friday, April 26, 2013  I'm Stacy Johnson and this is celebrity chef, David Rosov.

Wednesday, April 24, 2013  Smart phones... tablets... HDTV. Technology can be a beautiful thing.

Monday, April 22, 2013  The dress... the flowers... the food... a lot goes into planning, and paying for a wedding.

Friday, April 19, 2013  Looking for work is a job in itself, especially with so much competition. But if you think it's harder to find work when you're older, think again. Retirement-aged workers have advantages.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013  Shopping for prom dresses takes time and money.

Monday, April 15, 2013  By now, Uncle Sam should have received either your tax return, or an extension.

Friday, April 12, 2013  Should a person that receives a ticket for going 40 in a 30, should they now have a 30 percent increase in their insurance premiums for years and years and years to come for one small infraction?

Wednesday, April 10, 2013  "It was hard for me to walk, it was hard for me to sit down, hard to sleep."

Monday, April 08, 2013  If money concerns have you miserable, at least you've got company.

Friday, April 05, 2013  If you want to fatten your savings, the skinny interest served up by banks is not going to get it done. One potential solution? The stock market.

Wednesday, April 03, 2013  Keeping a car on the road isn't cheap. Between gas, maintenance and insurance, it can drive you to the poorhouse.

Monday, April 01, 2013  If you want to stay healthy, it's important to look for warning signs. That's why you get an annual checkup.

Friday, March 29, 2013  No matter where you live, at some point you'll have a project or repair to do. And you can save big bucks by doing some things yourself.

Wednesday, March 27, 2013  The decision to buy or rent a car is pretty easy - if you're going to use a car daily, it's way cheaper to buy.

Monday, March 25, 2013  The deadline to file taxes is Monday, April 15. While most Americans have already filed - especially those getting a refund - the IRS says 20 to 25 percent of us are going to wait until the last two weeks.

Wednesday, March 20, 2013  Prescription medications can make up a big part of a person's budget, especially when those medications are brand-name. That's where generics come in.

Friday, March 15, 2013  One of the biggest expenses in any budget is food. And grocery shopping is also a place where it's easy to overspend.

Wednesday, March 13, 2013  Chances are good you work hard for your money. And you definitely don't want to lose any of it to a scam.

Monday, March 11, 2013  We hear a lot about the sequester affecting Federal employees. But it could also ruin your Summer vacation.

Friday, March 08, 2013  I don't consider $50 a month being a good deal for Internet service.

Wednesday, March 06, 2013  How would you feel if I took every single thing your grandmother had?

Monday, March 04, 2013  Cleaning house is a Spring ritual for many families.

Friday, March 01, 2013  "I actually can't remember the last time I paid for toothbrushes, or toothpaste or floss." Stacy: "You're getting this stuff for free?" Christie: "Totally Free."

Wednesday, February 27, 2013  According to the IRS, the average tax return last year was a little more than three grand. If you're expecting a big check this year, the temptation will be great to blow it.

Monday, February 25, 2013  Sun... Surf... Sand... Students all over the country are about to embark on Spring Break.

Friday, February 22, 2013  Make a mistake typing an email? Just hit the backspace key and fix it. But make a mistake on your taxes and the fix won't be as simple.

Wednesday, February 20, 2013  If you've already filed your taxes, congratulations: you're done for this year. Unless, of course, you're one of the millions of taxpayers who receives and audit notice. How does the IRS select returns for audit? Nobody knows for sure, but money reporter Stacy Johnson has a few ideas.

Monday, February 18, 2013  If you work at home and don't take a home office deduction, you could be flushing money down the tax toilet.

Friday, February 15, 2013  When you're facing a cancer diagnosis for your pet, there are many ways to handle it. Money expert Stacy Johnson explains...

Wednesday, February 13, 2013  If your New Years resolutions included improving your credit, you might have considered paying a pro for help. But if that's your temptation, it might be a good one to resist. Money expert Stacy Johnson explains why in this installment of his series “Tricks of the Trade.”

Monday, February 11, 2013  These days there seems to be an "app" for just about anything, including tax preparation. Money expert Stacy Johnson shows us some apps for taxes.

Friday, February 08, 2013  All this month, money expert Stacy Johnson is supplying us with "Tax Hacks:" Short-cuts that will help get you through tax season with minimum hassle and maximum refund. Today he's warning about us about some popular tax-related scams.

Wednesday, February 06, 2013  If you'll be getting help with your taxes this year, you probably want to make sure its the best help around. Stacy Johnson has a few tips to make sure your choice for a paid tax professional adds up.

Monday, February 04, 2013  Every year millions of Americans line up to pay professionals to do their taxes. But needing professional help doesn't mean you need to pay for it. In his annual "Tax Hacks" series, money reporter Stacy Johnson explains who qualifies for free professional help, free electronic filing...and free advice.

Monday, January 28, 2013  We all want to get the most for our money, especially when it comes to food. So, how about a super easy snack for the "big game?" Money expert Stacy Johnson has an idea in this week's "Frugal Family Feast."

Friday, January 25, 2013  Gambling comes in many forms... Casinos, stock market, poker night and more. For most people it's harmless fun, but money expert Stacy Johnson shows us what to do when you can't stop gambling.

Wednesday, January 23, 2013  Tax season is upon us... and we all want to make the filing process as painless as possible. Money expert Stacy Johnson shows us some tips to get organized for income taxes.

Monday, January 21, 2013  As flu season continues to make headlines, the desire for vaccines is on the rise. But where do you get the most affordable flu shot? Money expert Stacy Johnson explains...

Friday, January 18, 2013  Social security... it's there to help you in your golden years, but when you should actually start planning for it is much earlier. Money expert Stacy Johnson explains.

Wednesday, January 16, 2013  Overall inflation has been low for years now, and is expected to stay that way in 2013. But that doesn't mean all prices are standing still. Money reporter Stacy Johnson tells you where to look for the biggest price increases this year.

Monday, January 14, 2013  It's something many of us are faced with every day – what to make for dinner. Money expert Stacy Johnson shows us some pantry staples that will mean you'll always have something cooking.