It seems that most readers want to protect their homes and 76 percent of you purchase renters insurance, which costs $15 to $30 on average. There is still a minority of 17 percent who don't think renters insurance is worth the cost. Here's what some of you had to say: "In various apartments I had both had and not had renter's insurance, but it was never something that I made sure to have (one Read more

Even with the housing market collapse, the American dream of buying your own property seems to still be popular. I recently asked if you would be content with renting forever and forgo buying a house, and the response was pretty surprising. About 66 percent of you say you eventually plan on buying your own home. Here's what people had to say: No! I hate renting. I can't wait to get a house of my Read more

Mental health is such a sensitive topic and seeing as a recent health survey says that half of working professionals don't know how to deal with colleagues who have mood disorders, it's clear that the stigma is still very prevalent. I asked readers if it's wise to be open about your mental disorder at work and this is what they had to say: "I believe that mood disorders are something that should Read more

We know now to stay clear of fresh produce at Costco and instead reach for the frozen products when shopping at the discount retailer. However, there are plenty of other items that are great deals at Costco. Here's what readers have to say: "I shop at Costco for a few things: shampoo/conditioner, tampons (seriously, 8 bucks for a box of 88?! Target is twice that for half the amount!), and Read more

Hearing about all the cracks on Southwest planes was starting to make me feel a little wary of flying on my favorite budget airline, but some readers think that it can actually be a good thing. Here's what they had to say: When airlines find a major flaw, then tend to overhaul and over-inspect everything immediately after. Plus, to woo back customers that might be scared, they'll most likely Read more

Studies show that tipping doesn't improve service, which begs the question: why should we tip? Well, reader gumdrops334 made a good point when she said, ". . . You really should tip about 15 percent at most restaurants. Your waiter is getting paid little to nothing hourly, so that tip is the only money they're really making for their job. Most waiters make about $2.15 hourly. Makes you Read more

It seems that readers get pretty passionate when it comes to discussing tax prep method, and it looks like TurboTax wins hands down. Community member PureGrace recently asked our How Do You Save group whether she should should use an accountant or do her own taxes via TurboTax, and a lot of you chimed in. Read what readers are saying, and chime in with your tips below: No offense to anyone out Read more

Wow, readers got pretty passionate when I asked if pets are worth their cost. I guess there are a lot of animal lovers on Sugar (you and me both)! All of the commenters chimed in about how their furry friend is their sun, moon, and stars. Read on to hear what they had to say: Yes . . . in fact, my dog is snuggled up against me right now, keeping me warm. No one else shows me the unconditional Read more

Although I talked about the evils of gift cards, turns out, readers think they are heaven-sent! All the commenters were in favor of giving these for Christmas because it seems more thoughtful. Admittedly, a gift of cash might be crass, but remember there are a ton of ways to dress it up and make it look cute! Here's what savvy readers had to say: I love getting gift cards and have never had a Read more

We had quite a hearty discussion going on here and on my Facebook page when I asked you if you ever shushed anyone on the plane for being too loud. So far it looks like it's split 50/50 on this airplane etiquette issue. Here's what readers had to say: Sometimes it's hard to shush babies. I try to be more zen, otherwise, and just put on my headphones and ignore everyone else. You can't really Read more