Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Aja Koska / Getty Images Over time, I’ve learned that the wisest New Year’s resolutions are often the ones that make a meaningful ...

ORLANDO, Fla. – The holidays can bring out the generosity in all of us and sometimes, a little too much. The National Retail Federation expects holiday spending to hit a record $900 per person this ...

Picture this: You pick up your phone to set a timer for the holiday cookies youre baking, and the next thing you know, youve answered five work emails and started scrolling through social media.

Sharon Epperson explains strategies to control spending.

Half of U.S. consumers say they plan to buy less overall this year, according to KPMG’s 2025 Consumer Pulse Holiday report. That may sound like good news for personal budgets. However, economists say ...

A recent survey finds a 22% drop in holiday hosting budgets this year as Americans expect the economy to weaken in 2026. Consumers plan to spend less on decor and hosting essentials, and trade ...

As a productivity coach, I help manage people’s productivity during peak and off-peak seasons. When it comes to PTO, do not squeeze in more work, but rather, optimize your relaxation time. Besides, ...

Re: “New WA payroll tax plan emerges ahead of 2026 legislative session” (Dec. 3, Local News): How about a different approach? How about spending less? Yes, some programs will get cut, but government ...

Over time, I’ve learned that the wisest New Year’s resolutions are often the ones that make a meaningful difference in my daily life. Goals like improving finances, getting some form of daily exercise ...