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Here are some tips to start emergency savings as report shows 25% of Americans have none

Sep 24, 2024 | nbcboston.com | Ale Zimmermann |Leslie Gaydos

Do you have money saved for a rainy day? Putting aside an emergency fund can be an essential element of larger savings goals so that when unplanned expenses and emergencies hit, you're ready for them. But for many Americans, that's easier said than done. STAY IN THE KNOWWatch NBC10 Boston news for free, 24/7, wherever you are. Get Boston local news, weather forecasts, lifestyle and entertainment stories to your inbox. Sign up for NBC Boston’s newsletters.
Police warn public of Topsfield Fair ticket scam

Sep 20, 2024 | nbcboston.com | Leslie Gaydos

Police in Topsfield, Massachusetts, are urging the public to be vigilant if they are planning on going to the Topsfield Fair this year. Authorities say they have received multiple reports of fraudulent tickets to the fair being sold on a website. STAY IN THE KNOWWatch NBC10 Boston news for free, 24/7, wherever you are. Get Boston local news, weather forecasts, lifestyle and entertainment stories to your inbox. Sign up for NBC Boston’s newsletters.
Coupon shoppers, this could be your lucky day (statistically)

Sep 19, 2024 | nbcboston.com | Leslie Gaydos |Alejandra Zimmerman

Gone are the days of physically clipping coupons every week. Now, websites and browser extensions like RetailMeNot, Honey and Simplycodes make it easy for shoppers to find discounts. But, data shows many retailers are relying on emails to share their best discounts. STAY IN THE KNOWWatch NBC10 Boston news for free, 24/7, wherever you are. Get Boston local news, weather forecasts, lifestyle and entertainment stories to your inbox. Sign up for NBC Boston’s newsletters.
Holiday 2024 air travel outlook: What to know for flights, hotels

Sep 19, 2024 | nbcboston.com | Leslie Gaydos |Alejandra Zimmerman

It’s only September, but eggnog and Christmas trees are already appearing in stores, and you know what that means: The holidays are upon us, and we are staring down the deadline to get the best deals on flights in November and December. “We are expecting strong demand for Thanksgiving and Christmas, both domestically and international,” said Lindsay Schwimer a consumer travel expert at Hopper. STAY IN THE KNOWWatch NBC10 Boston news for free, 24/7, wherever you are.
Bitcoin ATM scams cost people $65M through first half of 2024, FTC says

Sep 17, 2024 | nbcboston.com | Leslie Gaydos

Bitcoin ATM scams are on the rise and costing people millions of dollars. The machines, also known as BTMs, have been popping up at convenience stores and gas stations. They are used to buy and send cryptocurrency, but scammers are using them to steal your money. STAY IN THE KNOWWatch NBC10 Boston news for free, 24/7, wherever you are. Get Boston local news, weather forecasts, lifestyle and entertainment stories to your inbox. Sign up for NBC Boston’s newsletters.
How a dad got his Taylor Swift tickets swiped from his email (and refunded)

Sep 13, 2024 | nbcboston.com | Leslie Gaydos

You probably have your bank and investments accounts protected with two-factor authentication, but what about all of your other accounts? A Newton, Massachusetts, man got a lesson in how important that security step is when he had thousands of dollars worth of concert tickets stolen. He reached out to our NBC10 Boston responds team for help. STAY IN THE KNOWWatch NBC10 Boston news for free, 24/7, wherever you are.
Shopping advice: Getting an early start could save you money this holiday season

Sep 12, 2024 | nbcboston.com | Leslie Gaydos |Ale Zimmermann

We're barely into apple-picking season, but you may want to start thinking about your holiday shopping budget now. Planning early can help you tackle the holiday season head on and stay out of debt. STAY IN THE KNOWWatch NBC10 Boston news for free, 24/7, wherever you are. Get Boston local news, weather forecasts, lifestyle and entertainment stories to your inbox. Sign up for NBC Boston’s newsletters.
Kids and phones: ‘How can we be better and more thoughtful?'

Sep 11, 2024 | nbcboston.com | Leslie Gaydos

Kids are getting back into their September routines — a good time for parents to re-establish their rules when it comes to devices. If you're not sure how to stay on top of what your kids are doing and how much time they're spending on them, an internet safety expert has some advice on "how can we be better and more thoughtful about how, when, and why we're using this stuff?" STAY IN THE KNOWWatch NBC10 Boston news for free, 24/7, wherever you are.
What is ‘underconsumption core’? The minimalist trend, explained

Sep 6, 2024 | nbcboston.com | Leslie Gaydos |Alejandra Zimmermann

Social media has made it very easy for people flaunt their latest purchase. But a new trend is flipping the script. "Underconsumption core" is a new trend that's all about embracing simplicity and minimalism -- but with a twist. STAY IN THE KNOWWatch NBC10 Boston news for free, 24/7, wherever you are. Get Boston local news, weather forecasts, lifestyle and entertainment stories to your inbox. Sign up for NBC Boston’s newsletters.
It's football season! Before you buy tickets, look at for these scams

Sep 5, 2024 | nbcboston.com | Leslie Gaydos |Alejandra Zimmerman

With football season kicking off, many fans will be buying tickets to catch their favorite teams in action. But before you hit "Purchase," be warned: Scammers want to cash in on your excitement. You don't want to lose money to a scammer and miss a game you were looking forward to. The Better Business Bureau received over 100 reports to its scam tracker about sporting event ticket scams last year, and there were likely many others that went unreported.