It's The Economy Stupid

It's The Economy Stupid

To save big, stop thinking small

Instead of cutting back on lattes, try to save money on these big-ticket items.

Why your credit score is key

Also:

• Best use for a tax refund
• Things not to buy in bulk
• How to save thousands

Census providing boost to job market

With 700,000 new jobs in the coming months, many are thankful for the short-term work.  

Impact on economy 

Also: 

• U.S. job growth
• Get a census job
• Obama's census choice

Simple tips to reduce your electric bill

These cost-cutting tricks are painless and can help you avoid wasting cash. 

Dollar-bill test for your refrigerator 

Also: 

• Cutting all utility bills
• Home energy vampires
• Spring finance checklist

America's fastest-growing counties

Warm weather and a booming housing market have drawn hordes to this Florida enclave.  

Decade's top 5 gainers 

Also: 

• Where jobs are growing
• 'Underwater' markets
• States losing population