MARCH 8, 2002
Can LowerMyBills Really Do It?
For most smart shoppers, probably not. However, the site does offer helpful product comparisons that can save plenty of time
MARCH 1, 2002
A Fruitless Quest at LendingTree
A Web site that makes banks compete for your business sounds neat. Turns out the deals aren't so great -- and the time savings nil
FEBRUARY 22, 2002
Yodlee: Not Such a "Killer App" After All
Two years ago, the outfit offered to let you see your net worth at a glance. These days, you have to wonder what the buzz was about
FEBRUARY 8, 2002
Making Taxes Almost EZ
Intuit's TurboTax for the Web sure relieves the pain of filing a return -- and you can even learn about tax law
JANUARY 25, 2002
Too Many Misfires for "Financial Engines"
While built on the work of economics Nobelist William F. Sharpe, this sophisticated retirement-planning site neglects an awful lot of basics