Adam Hayes, Ph.D., CFA, is a financial writer with 15+ years Wall Street experience as a derivatives trader. Besides his extensive derivative trading expertise, Adam is an expert in economics and ...

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As temperatures fall in the colder months, concerns about heating bills rise. Smart thermostat brands often claim their high-tech models can save money through advanced algorithms, but is it true?