South Hampton Roads Earned Income Tax Credit Coalition

A new tool should make house hunters feel better about the whole process ... if you have access to money that could be used to pay off a mortgage, does it make sense to do so? ... and don't be surprised if food prices inch higher this year. Jim Chesko has details.

It's something job seekers often wonder: Do you really need to submit a cover letter with your resume? ... And, we have a list of tax tasks for procrastinators to take care of this month. Jim Chesko reports.

Some online tools can help you value goods donated to charity ... U.S. consumers seem to be giving up some of their ultra-frugal ways ... and are you an "extreme couponer"? Jim Chesko reports.

If you're working for cash, hopefully you're reporting your earnings to the IRS ... even if you're flying coach, you can buy your way to comfort ... and not all Girl Scout troops sell cookies for the same price! Jim Chesko reports.

Consumer confidence heads higher again ... No more Saturday mail delivery? That's among the proposed changes being floated by the Postal Service ... And, we have tips to help plan that dream vacation. Jim Chesko reports.

There are signs of life on the part of the consumer ... why a new refinancing boom hasn't really materialized ... and should you consider travel insurance when booking your trip? Jim Chesko reports.

The lack of a will can lead to a host of problems for your family ... we'll tell you why you may want to videotape your will ... and we'll tell you about some new 401(k) plans with annuity-style investments built in. Jim Chesko reports.

It looks like some of those 529 college-savings plans are flunking out ... we take a look at investment principles that should stand the test of time ... and some recession-era pay cuts are being rescinded. Jim Chesko reports.

Home-improvement projects can sometimes save you money, but often times it's better to bring in a pro ... How are your investment plans for 2010 shaping up? ... And, a new baseball videogame out Tuesday gives players a shot at winning a cool million bucks! Jim Chesko reports.

Consumers give thumbs down to the pace of economic recovery ... interest in multi-generational housing has been increasing ... and in a bid to stir demand, liquor giants have been cutting prices. Jim Chesko reports.

Facing foreclosure, should you tap your 401(k) to try to save your home? ... And we check out some of this year's best cars as rated by Consumer Reports. Jim Chesko reports.

Some employers and insurers may offer you financial incentives to get a medical procedure out of the area ... choosing a disability-insurance policy can be confusing ... and for couples planning to divorce, divvying up retirement assets can be a messy situation

We kept our retirement-savings rate fairly steady last year ... even so, many of us don't really know how much will be needed in retirement ... and, we have tips on simplifying your finances in retirement. Jim Chesko reports.

Credit-card issuers are ramping up their solicitation efforts ... we'll tell you what to consider before you cancel a credit card ... and we'll look at the pros and cons of gas cards. Jim Chesko reports.

The economy may be in recovery mode, but Americans are still cutting back on lots of things ... our willingness to spend on fitness has taken a hit, too ... and if you're going heavy on the laundry detergent, you're wasting money! Jim Chesko reports.

Internships can be a good way to gain work experience ... moms rejoining the work force face a number of challenges ... and a growing number of gardeners are joining rare-seed exchanges. Jim Chesko reports.

Even without insurance, you should be able to find affordable medical care ... customer-satisfaction levels seem to be holding steady ... and when is it wise to do a credit-card balance transfer? Jim Chesko reports.

Ahead of the new Credit Card Act, some consumers believe they've been taken advantage of ... and we have advice for college students: Fill out the FAFSA carefully, and consider Stafford loans. Jim Chesko reports.

More of us are expected to do some traveling this year ... online dating continues to become more acceptable ... and, in time for Valentine's Day, we check the Cost of Loving Index. Jim Chesko reports.

Salary increases will struggle to keep up with inflation this year ... pet-insurance sales are on the rise ... and, homebuyers beware: Homesellers may be fibbers. Jim Chesko reports.