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Feel Like retiring? Forget It!
While longer years of life are a blessing, the speed with which this demographic change has occurred is forcing everyone -- from governments to employers to individual workers -- to rethink retirement
The Case Against Cutting Social Security and Medicare
The president and a few other prominent Democrats are openly suggesting that Social Security payments be reduced by applying a lower adjustment for inflation, and that Medicare be means-tested. These particular pre-concessions are especially unwise
What's a fair interest rate to pay on a loan? If you think 300 percent is no big deal, you can stop reading. But if you'd be outraged to learn that some of the biggest banks charge exorbitant interest on their most vulnerable customers, you might want to read on
The Holiday Shopping Guide for Hard Times
Whether you're unemployed, underemployed or self-employed you're probably feeling the effects of this economic downturn in one way or another. And yet the holidays are the holidays
Tips for Adapting to the New Global Economic Reality
Forget relying on politicians to determine your economic fate. Take charge of your own situation. Here's how
6 Surprising Ways to Boost Your Credit Score
Raise your FICO score with these lesser-known tips
The Money Conversation All Couples Should Have
Talk about these six money topics before walking down the aisle to avoid financial tension later
10 Reasons to Retire in a College Town
College towns often have lots of amenities for retirees, including top-notch healthcare, good public transportation, and lots of free or low-cost things to do. Here's a look at why college towns often make good retirement spots
Why Seeking More Money Hurts Happiness
Personal growth and helping others are more likely to promote happiness than money and status
11 Ways to Spring-Clean Your Finances
When spring fever hits don't forget to give your finances some fresh air, too. Here's an 11-step guide to a cleaner financial life
Parents: Stop Being So Awkward With Money
Kids want to learn more about finances from their parents, if only parents would open up
How to Hedge 7 Retirement Risks
These strategies will help you cope with common retirement worries
Why Americans are Delaying Retirement
Workers are becoming pessimistic about their ability to retire well
How to Help Family Members Without Hurting Your Own Finances
Today's dilemma lies in how to finance these extended golden years, especially when many feel an obligation to also support adult children now or in the future
Why Gen Y Is So Financially Frustrated
The challenging job market has led to marriage and parenthood delays, along with career stagnation
The Key to Creating and Sticking to a Budget
Why budgeting is so hard to sustain, and what you can do to improve your chances of success
10 Things You Should Know About Your Taxes
From the tax benefits of living with family members to fast refunds, here's your guide to tax season
Before looking for hidden gems in the trash, consider these 10 tips
What's the Best Way to Give Money to Charity?
As with other financial strategies, advanced planning is needed
Deja Vu? Bank of America Plans Fee Changes
Consumers already feeling nickel-and-dimed by big banks might have to pony up more of their hard-earned money for checking account fees
The Growing Challenge of Funding Retirement
The rules for retirement have changed over the past generation. Individuals must now take more personal responsibility for their retirement finances, as life expectancies increase and job security declines
Many retirees aren't aware of the tax implications of their retirement savings, and don't include taxes in their spending plans. Two retirement experts share what retirees can expect when their working days are done
How to Calculate Your Retirement Number
The first step to creating an effective retirement-savings plan is to do some math
How Long Should I Work Before Retirement?
Check out how delaying retirement can significantly boost your nest egg
Sneaky Coupon Strategies Consumers Should Watch Out For
Here are five sneaky coupon strategies, as well as tips on using this knowledge to make smarter purchasing decisions
How to Battle Shopping Addiction
If you or someone you know has a shopping addiction, experts suggest the following
How to Set 2012 Money Goals That Work
Most people fail to achieve New Year's resolutions, but these money strategies can help overcome those odds
2012: Financial Resolutions Beat Out Health and Fitness
For many of us, money worries take precedence over our own health and fitness goals. As such, finances appear to be the area many people want to fix in 2012
Do You Need Longevity Insurance?
hese products are designed to help mitigate the unknowns of living to an advanced age
Why Big Banks Are Like Drug Dealers
Are you addicted to your bank? If you're paying off credit card debt right now, the answer is more or less, 'yes.' And you're not alone. Americans are paying $328 million in interest to banks every day.
11 Retirement Benefit Changes Coming in 2012
Expect more 401(k) fee disclosures and bigger Social Security checks next year. Here's a look at how retirement benefits will likely change in 2012
10 Ways to Stay Safe While Shopping Online
With more shoppers than ever turning to mobile devices and computers for holiday shopping, many are inadvertently leaving themselves vulnerable to online fraud and scams. Here are 10 ways to avoid becoming a victim this holiday season
Take Advantage of Free Shipping Deals This Holiday Season
Skipping shipping and handling costs for online purchases can go a long way toward helping you stick to a holiday budget.
Working Into Your 70s: A Smart Retirement Move
It doesn't take much imagination to see that retirement at age 65 is increasingly a nonstarter. Extending your working shelf life means extending your savings
Considering a Credit Union? 3 Factors to Think About
Before you make the switch, check fees, availability of services, and interest rates
2012 Social Security COLA: A Whopping 3.6 Percent
After two years without an inflation adjustment, seniors will get a 3.6 percent Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). That's a sizable raise in this economy, and very welcome news to seniors hit hard by rising costs, slumping home equity and very low returns on fixed-income investments
Understanding Personal Bankruptcy in Difficult Times
Bankruptcy is not a panacea to lift up all your financial troubles and put a smile on your face, as late-night television commercials would have you believe. But in case it turns out to be the only answer, you should have a full understanding of available choices and potential repercussions
Why Women Should Manage Their Own Money
These six strategies can help women fight the odds of facing financial trouble in retirement
With gas and energy prices continuing to rise at a steady clip, some drivers are getting creative about how to reduce their bills. Here are some of the best tips on how to reduce your bill
Financial Essentials for New Parents
When a baby is born, the natural preoccupation is with taking and distributing photos of the adorable child. That's understandable, but financial considerations should not be far behind
How to Handle Awkward Money Situations
Jeanne Fleming and Leonard Schwarz offer strategies for dealing with the most cringe-inducing scenarios including how to handle relatives who ask for loans, splitting the check at the end of the meal, and when, if ever, to lie about money
It's not an easy decision to make. That's why career and money experts recommend putting a lot of effort into preparing to quit before making any big announcements
Are American Consumers Relapsing Into Debt Addiction?
After steering clear of credit cards for awhile, consumers are racking up debt again at an alarming pace
What Older Workers Don't Know About Social Security
Most people approaching retirement lack knowledge about the following key Social Security features
Brainless Money Rules to Live By
Here's a no-nonsense approach to spending, saving, and managing your money
How to Avoid Being a Financial Burden on Your Children
Planning, delaying retirement, and using your home as an asset are some possible solutions
Daily Deal Websites Push Premium Memberships
Are the new membership programs worth the money? Here's an overview of what these programs offer
Want Free Checking? Ditch the Big Banks
Big banks are axing free checking, but consumers can still find value at non-traditional institutions
Ways to Donate to Charity on the Cheap
Here are eight ways to donate to charity -- without spending more money than you already are
Got a Complaint About Your Bank?
The New Consumer Czar Wants to Know: The CFPB will now try to resolve consumer complaints about banking accounts
5 Shocking Facts About Student Loan Debt
It has surpassed credit card debt and has twice the delinquency rate
Why the Smart Money Chooses a Roth IRA
Here's why smart investors are opting for Roth IRAs instead of traditional IRAs
How to Protect Your Retirement Investments from Scams
Fraudsters' tactics are often effective, but fighting back is easy
10 Necessities for a Great Retirement Spot
Here is how to select the ideal place to retire
10 Important Ages for Retirement Planning
Keep these ages in mind to boost your retirement benefits and avoid penalties
What Type of Life Insurance Do I Need?
While most consumers begin thinking about life insurance when they get married and start a family, it can be wise to buy a policy even sooner
How to Save More Now With Savvy Budgeting
We need to be more financially literate and learn how to translate our financial knowledge into long-term savings and investment plans. Here's how
Starting Off on the Right Foot Financially
Twentysomethings inhabit a world of rampant unemployment and unsettling levels of student debt. Here's how recent graduates can navigate the challenges of starting a career, saving money, and more
Awkward Questions You Need to Ask Your Financial Adviser
Many of the early screening questions investors should be asking financial professionals, and themselves, fall under the 'common sense' category. Ask investment professionals these questions and you'll be glad you did
Now is the time to make New Year's financial resolutions. With Europe trying to resolve its debt worries and the U.S. attempting to whittle down high unemployment, prudent moves are in order
How to Benefit from New 401(K) Fee Disclosures
A brave new world opens up to workplace retirement savers in 2012
How to Keep Your Holiday Spending in Check
In his new book explores why consumers overspend and how they can curb the habit. Roberts shares tips on responsible spending, handling frugal fatigue, and more
How Co-Workers Influence Your 401(k) Choices
You may not realize it, but the choices you make when investing assets in your 401(k) plan may be influenced by the selections your co-workers are making
How to Find the Best Bank Account for You
We spoke with some of the top banking and money experts to get the latest on how to be savvy when choosing a bank account. Here are six of their top tips
How To Navigate the Bank Fee Storm of 2011
Batten down the hatches: Bank fees have been rising for a number of years, but the 'perfect storm' of a weak economy, troubled financial markets and low interest-rate yields produced the 2011 hurricane
Santa on a Budget? What to Tell Your Kids
Christmas is around the corner, and it could mean financial trouble for you. Do you ever wonder why he's so jolly? It's because he gets credit for all the toys, games and presents while you get stuck with the bill. If you're struggling financially -- and, frankly, who isn't -- it's time to put Santa in his place
Young Adults Suffering More Financially than Older Generations
Today's younger Americans are doing significantly worse economically than those of earlier generations. Meanwhile, the economic situation of older Americans continues to improve
The Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards
Whether you're a frequent flyer or just seeking a generous rewards program, there's a card for you. Here's the skinny on some of the best travel rewards credit cards
Living Together and Keeping Money Separate
Many unmarried couples who live together opt for a strict his/her money system, splitting bills, checking accounts, and other joint expenses down the middle. It might not be the most romantic approach, but personal finance advisers say it's the smartest. Here's why
Vanishing Pensions Another Case of Corporate Greed
Each time the market plunges, rarely will you see a story asking why the market risk is born by individual workers; it's just an assumed sub-text that we all must rely on the market, because employers no longer can afford to provide traditional defined benefit pensions. Ellen Schultz isn't buying it
Pension-Raiding Epidemic Worthy of Condemnation
Calling Michael Moore or Charles Ferguson. America's premier muckraking documentary filmakers are needed for another expose. This time, they can reveal how companies across this country have cheated millions of their workers out of a secure retirement, while enriching executives at the top
What You Need to Know About Travel Credit Cards
With travel-linked rewards program cards, points are exchanged for airline tickets, hotel stays, and merchandise. In some cases, points can be turned into cash. These cards reward spenders, but watch the fees and terms
Is Free Checking Going Extinct?
New regulatory reforms aimed at reining in big banks' excessive profits and helping retailers cut costs might actually end up hurting consumers
How to Get the Salary You Want Even in This Economy
Asking for a raise takes common sense and confidence, but most of all, it takes preparation and practice. Here's what experts recommend for the best ways to make chatting with your boss about a raise successful
How to Break Up With Your Financial Adviser
Ever get the impression that your financial adviser just isn't that into you? It could be time to move on. Here's how
Why Money Really Can Buy Happiness
Rethinking your budget and attitude toward money can create a fuller, more enjoyable life
Should Seniors Live Alone or With Family?
Weak economy, and now longevity and savings challenges, accelerating growth of multigenerational households
How to Take Advantage of Dependents at Tax Time
For tax purposes, those who are supported by family can be declared a dependent and used as a deduction at tax time
Effects of Recession Still Showing in Tax Season
Almost three years later, Americans' tax returns still show scars from the Great Recession
6 Ways Spending Changes in Retirement
Most people spend less money in retirement. Here's what they cut from their budget
Smart Strategies for Taking Required Minimum Distributions
Here are strategies for taking required minimum retirement plan distributions that will help you preserve as much spending power as possible
Affordable Organic Foods for Every Budget
It's time to change the assumption that including organic foods in the family diet has to cost more than 'regular' food. Focused planning and selective shopping is all it takes to make eating organic both smart and economical for everybody
Saving for retirement isn't as easy as it used to be. A recent survey found that about 1 in 4 workers describe themselves as 'not at all confident' about retirement. Here are eight ways to turn that lack of confidence around
These strategies will help you build a nest egg that will last the rest of your life
5 Apps for Organizing Your Expenses at Tax Time
If you're planning to go paperless this tax season, here are five apps to consider
Banks Revamping Rewards Programs to Woo Customers
After a mass exodus of fed-up customers following the debit-card fee debacle last fall, some banks are hoping to woo back business or at least keep existing customers by reintroducing debit card rewards
How to Master the Art of Negotiation
Many people miss out on higher starting salaries, store savings, and other benefits because they fail to make simple requests. The power of 'asking for it' can result in everyday lower prices
5 Ways to Stretch Your Grocery Budget
Looking for ways to rein in your grocery budget? Here's tips from three savings experts
Here's how to avoid an autis in the first place and what to do if the government takes a second look at your taxes
50 Ways to Improve Your Finances in 2012
A new year offers a fresh start. Whether you're ready to ramp up your earning power, start saving more money, or manage what you have more effectively, this 50-step guide is designed to help you improve every aspect of your financial life
12 Great Money Apps That Save Time and Cash
Chances are, you spent a lot of money on your smartphone and you spend (waste?) hours playing games on it. You can recoup some of your losses with our pick of the most helpful mobile financial applications
As creative economizers are discovering cutting back needn't mean giving up the good life. You don't have to deny your pleasures. In fact, you can lower spending while raising your quality of life
Borrowing From the Family Bank
The best loans may be signed across the kitchen table, not a banker's desk as intra-family loans offer attractive interest rates and tax advantages
Money Strategies for Creative Thinkers
If you're a visual person, standard financial strategies probably don't work for you. Here are nine ideas for creatively-oriented people
How to Maximize the Higher 401(k) Contribution Limit
Diligent savers will have the opportunity to tuck away extra money in their retirement plan in 2012. Here's how to make the most of the higher 401(k) contribution limit
New Lower-Cost Reverse Mortgages Option Gaining Ground
The reverse mortgage market has been shrinking steadily over the past few years, but a new lower-cost version of these loans for seniors is starting to get some traction in the market
Small Medicare Premium Hike Improves Senior's Social Security COLA
Good news is hard to come by in this economy, but seniors can celebrate the final numbers on next year's Social Security cost-of-living adjustment and Medicare premiums
Five Quick and Painless Money-Saving Tips
People immediately start looking at the most difficult and painful ways to cut their spending when there are often hundreds (if not thousands!) of dollars of painless savings right in front of them. Here are five painless tips on how you can save money
Should You Use a Virtual Credit Card Number?
Virtual credit card numbers aren't new, but even with recent security breaches like the one involving Sony PlayStation earlier this year, surprisingly few consumers use them
10 Ways to Tap Your IRA Early Without Penalty
There are a variety of ways to access your retirement savings before age 59. Here are 10 ways to avoid the 10 percent penalty on early IRA withdrawals
Should You Hire a Money Coach?
People looking for guidance in their lives are increasingly turning to coaches: life coaches, business coaches, social media coaches -- and now, money coaches. Here's the pros and cons of working with a coach to help get on top of your finances
The Twentysomething's Guide to Money
What is a money-strapped twentysomething to do? The key, according to personal finance experts, lies in prioritizing all of those competing demands for money. Here's a road map to help sort it all out
How Couples Can Maximize Social Security Benefits
I get a huge number of questions from readers about Social Security's spousal and survivor benefits. This week, I'll answer some of the most frequently-asked questions on how Social Security works for married couples
5 Factors That Could Put Your Pension at Risk
Simple mistakes could go undetected and compound for years, potentially costing you thousands of dollars over your remaining life expectancy. What factors put you at risk for these mistakes, and what can you do about them? Here's tips on making sure your pension is in shape
How to Complain to Companies and Get Results
Here are seven expert tips on how best to lodge complaints and get your money back
How to Catch up After a Retirement Savings Break
There are a number of reasons people temporarily stop saving for retirement. But once you begin saving for retirement again, you will need to boost your savings rate to make up for the gap. Here's a look at how to catch up on retirement savings after a break
Gen Y's $2 Million Retirement Price Tag
Retirement won't be impossible for Generations X and Y, but they will need to save considerably more than the baby boomers to make up for less employer and government help. Here are ways 20- and 30-somethings can get on track to retire comfortably
On Entitlements and Ponzi Schemes
The future of Social Security and Medicare, two critical lynchpins of retirement security, are shaping up to be critical issues in the 2012 race for the White House. So, let's straighten out the talk about Social Security, entitlements and Ponzi schemes
Reducing Debt Load Key to Financial Health
The concept of paying off debt is basic enough for any of us to understand, but we generally must use some child psychology on ourselves to turn it into practice. If personal debt is taking a serious toll on you and your family, analyze your predicament carefully
Dipping Into Your Retirement Account to Pay for College
When using retirement accounts to pay for college, the type of retirement account and the timing of the transaction can determine how much of your savings will be applied to the tuition bill. And, of course, withdrawals and loans can hurt your retirement security. If you're considering tapping your nest egg for college costs, here's what you need to watch out for
Why Your Retirement May Not Be Permanent
Retirement is no longer a one-time, permanent event. Exits from the workforce are becoming more gradual, and many employees move to another job before leaving the labor force completely. Here's a look at some of the ways workers are transitioning into their retirement years
10 Most Difficult Retirement Decisions
To support yourself without income from a job, you'll have to make a series of choices about Social Security, health coverage, and your investments. Here are 10 of the toughest decisions you will make before you retire
Retirees Increasingly Depending on Social Security
Social Security is the most significant source of income for Americans age 65 and older, and its importance has continued to grow over time
Tougher Rules for Credit Bureaus Could Be On the Way
Borrowers may soon have more weapons to fight back against erroneous credit reports and credit scores. This includes uncovering discrepancies when a report or score obtained by a consumer differs from the data that land on a lender's desk, simply because the numbers were derived from another service
Why Your Retirement May Not Be Permanent
Retirement is no longer a one-time, permanent event. Exits from the workforce are becoming more gradual, and many employees move to another job before leaving the labor force completely. Here's a look at some of the ways workers are transitioning into their retirement years
Picking an Affordable Place to Retire
Many people are interested in saving money by moving to a place with a lower cost of living than where they currently live. But you also need to make sure there are enough amenities and services to support you as you age. Here are some tips for selecting an ideal retirement locale
One Move Could Boost Your Retirement Security
Selling your current home and moving to a place where housing costs considerably less can add to your retirement savings. If you currently live in a high-cost area and have built up equity in your home, selling and moving into a more affordable house can rescue your retirement finances
401(k) Withdrawal Mistakes to Avoid
Simply saving in a 401(k) plan isn't enough to ensure your retirement security. You also have to withdraw the money from your retirement account in a way that maintains as much of your spending power as possible
Most people know that you can shield a lot more money from taxes in a 401(k) than an IRA. In addition, 401(k)s often come with valuable employer contributions. Here are a few lesser-known perks that 401(k)s provide
What's the Best Way to Save for College?
The good news is that parents and grandparents have a lot of options to save for college. Here's a rundown of the options as I see them, from best to worst
How Do You Preserve Purchasing Power in a Tumultuous Economy?
The recent dramatic fall in equity prices around the world has made all investors nervous. They want to know how to preserve their capital and maintain purchasing power.
Steps to Financially Prepare Your Student for College
Preparing your child to be financially successful in college is a delicate balance between supplying enough funds and know-how. Here's what to brief your students on before they head off to school -- and what you should let your children learn on their own
Post-recession, it's gotten easier for people to admit their financial limits, partly because so many of us have been forced to do so. Still, lessons about avoiding financial envy hold just as true today
How to Make a Financial Comeback
Jude Boudreaux has turned his life around. He owns a condo with his wife, pays his bills on time, budgets ruthlessly, and recently became a father. Boudreaux recommends these five strategies to people trying to take control of their finances
What New Inflation Formula Would Mean for Social Security Recipients
Seniors have been hearing about the chained CPI lately in the context of Social Security -- which is one of the few retirement benefits that comes with built-in protection against inflation
How to Predict Your Social Security Payout
To save money, the Social Security Administration stopped mailing annual Social Security statements to workers this year. Now workers will have to go online to get this estimate, and only some of the information provided in the statements is available online. Here's how to predict how much you will get from Social Security in retirement
Is Your Retirement Plan Obsolete?
The Wall Street Journal recently published an article in their Weekend Investor section discussing a potential problem regarding retirement planning. The authors emphasized that too many workers have unrealistic assumptions
How to Strengthen Your Retirement End Game
We spend much of our career saving and investing for retirement. And the challenges don't end on the day we retire. We must then manage our nest eggs to make sure our retirement savings lasts for the rest of our lives. Here are some ways to improve your retirement end game
How to Avoid Online Shopping Scams
For the most part, shopping online is as safe as visiting your local mall. But every year, thousands of customers run into online scams. Researching companies in advance, even through a simple web search, can help people avoid such traps. Here are nine tips to keep you from being a victim
Dodging the Real Estate Down-Payment Obstacle
These days, many banks require a down payment of 15 percent or more for mortgages, a staggering amount for many first-time home buyers. Here are seven ways would-be home buyers can get their hands on the down payment cash they need to close the deal on a home
Practical Steps Average People Can Take to Retire Early
At 31, Robert had grown disillusioned with his job. 'The idea of a desk job for another 30 years seemed painful, so I came up with this idea of trying to retire before 45.'
10 Reasons to Delay Retirement
Increasingly, Americans are pushing back their ideal retirement age. Here are 10 reasons you may want to consider delaying retirement
Why Celebrities Run Into Money Trouble
On the surface, celebrities appear to have little to worry about in the finance department: They command massive paychecks, after all, and can often tap into impressive endorsement deals on the side. So why do so many of them run into major money problems?
What Are Your Rights When a Debt Collector Calls?
Have you been plagued by debt collectors? Help is on the horizon. There's a new government regulatory agency called the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau. Last month, the CFPB gained new powers to regulate and censure everyone's least favorite part of the financial industry: debt collection
5 Crazy Money Ideas That Just Might Work
We've all heard the standard personal finance fare about saving more and spending less, repeated ad nauseum, so we were pleasantly surprised when five original money strategies floated across our radar recently. They are extreme, and not for everybody, which is why they're not on the lips of every finance guru out there. But for some people, they might just work
Many Grocery Staples Are Getting More Expensive
High prices at the gas pump have been grabbing headlines, but it's rising costs at the supermarket that are really starting to take a bite out of household budgets.
Vow Not to be a Financial Mismatch
Young couples counting down the weeks or months before tying the knot will get their marriage off to a good start by focusing on some of the financials -- paying down debts, building good credit histories, shifting the wedding date into next year for tax purposes.And here's what's especially important: They need to talk about how each partner treats money
How to (Finally!) Agree About Money
Are you and your husband always arguing over how much he spends on golf? Or how much of your paychecks to put toward a down payment on your dream house? Don't despair: You can overcome your mismatched money personalities. Here's how to get started
To Save Money Get in the Habit of Bargaining
Consumers can negotiate better prices for just about anything, but many don't like to do it because conflict is uncomfortable. Once you succeed, however, it will be habit-forming, profitable and much more comfortable. Here are some ways you can save money
How to Cope With Retirement Sticker Shock
If you calculate how much you need to save to completely stop working for a 20- or 30-year retirement, you'll likely arrive at a very large number. Finding out that you will need to accumulate seven figures to have a modest retirement income is daunting. Here are some strategies to cope with retirement sticker shock
How Can We Make 401(k) Plans More Like Pensions?
A group of industry professionals recently convened a working group, the Retirement 20/20 Initiative, to brainstorm ways to get defined contribution (DC) plans, like 401(k)s, to look -- and behave -- a bit more like defined benefit (DB) plans. The group includes actuaries, economists, employers, participant advocates, investment experts and academic researchers
The rules of retirement have changed over the past generation. Individuals must now take more personal responsibility for their retirement finances, even as life expectancies increase and personal savings rates remain low. Here are some key ways your retirement will be different from that of previous generations of retirees
6 Ways You Can Save Money by Going Green
Many of the most important small steps you can take to benefit the planet are also good for your wallet. Here are six of them, in order of potential savings
New Online Marketplace for Financial Advisors Stirs Up the Market
Finding the right financial planner continues to be a bewildering task. Almost anyone can hang out a shingle and dispense advice, and compensation models range from commission-only planners to those who are paid an hourly fee for their services. And there hasn't been a central online marketplace where consumers can view ratings and recommendations -- until now
10 Things You Should Know About Your IRA
Author Maps New Phase of Life Between Middle and Old Age
Don't Wing It with Frequent Flier Programs
Appealing An Insurer's Denial Is Often A Good Strategy
12 Steps to Getting Your Finances on Track
Is Long-Term Care Insurance Right for You?
Careful Planning the Key to Comfortable Retirement
Should You Count on Social Security in Your Retirement Plan?
How to Cope With a Forced Retirement
How to Protect Your Corporate Benefits
How to Retire on Social Security Alone
Do You Have Unclaimed Property You Don't Know About?
Solo 401K Lets Self-Employed Shelter More of Their Income
7 Ways to Stay Ahead of Inflation in Retirement
Game-Changer for Entitlement Programs?
How to Profit from your Hobbies and Interests
Websites Make it Easy and Even Fun To Reach Savings Goals
How to Evaluate College Financial Aid Options
Bad with Money? Blame Your Parents
The Financial Planner Relationship is a Fragile One
7 Reasons Why You Don't Have a Pension
10 Tax Mistakes Parents Often Make
5 Smart Ways to Save Money for Your Children
Financial Advisers: Prepare for Big Tax Hikes in 2012
How to Tweet Your Way to Retirement Goals
The New 401k Plan: Not Just for Retirement Anymore
How to Shop Around for the Credit Card That Suits You
A Better Use for Your Tax Refund
5 Failures of Financial Planning and How to Fix Them
Don't Let Your Kids Ruin Your Retirement Fund
Size Up Your Estate and Do Some Tax Planning
10 Money Mistakes Parents Make
How to Find Your Optimal Debt Level
7 Costs to Eliminate Before You Retire
6 Best Money Tips for Young People
5 Retirement Tax Deadlines to Plan For
Is a Retirement Income Fund Right for You?
Keep Your Identity Safe With These Six Strategies
5 Ways to 'Psych Yourself Rich'
4 Ways to Save Money on Life Insurance
What to Know About Health Savings Accounts
How Work Impacts Social Security Benefits
Baby Boomers Will Redefine Retirement on Own Terms
10 Things You Didn't Know About Social Security
Why We're More Dependent on Government Support Than Ever
7 Biggest Money Mistakes College Graduates Make
Homeowner Savings Tips: What You Might Not Know
Why Raising Social Security's Retirement Age Is a Benefit Cut For All
How to Get Retiree Health Insurance Before 65
Put Yourself to the Test: Are You Fiscally Fit?
30 Ways to Cut Health Care Costs
7 Excuses for Not Saving for Retirement
What Will Missing Mortgage Payment Do to Your Credit Score?
Automated Retirement Plans Can Help But Watch for These Pitfalls
How to Save for Retirement on a Low Income
What to Do If You Cannot Pay Your Tax Bill
High Earners Face State Tax Hikes
Is Your Partner a Good Money Match?
Young People Should Go Slow in Taking on Credit Cards
New Website Streamlines College-Aid Application
Retirement Saver's Credit Could Significantly Reduce Tax Bill
Gift-card Resale Market Thrives Online
The Smart Way to Pay Kids an Allowance
Why Lump Sum Pension Payments Are Bad Deal for Most Retirees
Sudden Money: Six Steps for Handling a Windfall
One Key to Secure Retirement: Consistent and Prudent Behaviors
Why Most New Year's Resolutions Are Guaranteed to Fail
Money Manager Thinks Rising Interest Rates Will Bail Out Retirees
Get Your Financial House in Order One Month at a Time - Part 2
50 Ways to Improve Your Finances
Avoid These Common Personal Finance Mistakes
Young Adults Set Big Money Goals
Retirement Planning: Taking Stock and Coming Up Short
Don't Procrastinate on Wills and Estate Planning
Annuities Can Be Valuable Slice of Retirement Funding Pie
Videos Put Entertaining Spin on Money Management
Shorter-Term Mortgages Make Sense for Some
Patients Beware: Hospitals Increasing Requiring Cash Up Front
How the New Consumer Bureau Will Help You
Looking for Overseas Retirement
Do You Live in a High-Debt City?
Don't Get Caught in Sticky Web of Credit Card & Bank Fees
The New Retirement Plan: Watch the Expense Side of the Equation
Recession Prompts More Americans to Tap Retirement Security to Make Ends Meet
10 Things You Didn't Know About Social Security
Don't Forget to Protect Your Retirement Plan From Inflation Risk
The Magic Numbers of Retirement Planning
The Least You Need to Know About Retirement
Small Changes to Get out of Debt and Save Money
Is Your 401k Riskier Than You Think?
10 Places to Go Carless in Retirement
How to Spring Clean Your Personal Finances
How to Save for Retirement Without a 401k
Converting Regular IRA to Roth: A Good Idea?
Retirement Savers Need to Plan for the Critical Draw-Down Phase
9 Secrets of Retirement Happiness
401k Mistakes Job Hoppers Make
New Year's Resolutions for Personal Finances
7 Tips for Baby Boomers Turning 65
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Prepare For the Rising Cost of Long-Term Care
How Much Life Insurance Do You Need?
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How to Talk to Your Parents About the Estate Tax
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10 Ways to Ruin Your Retirement
Understanding the Psychology of Retirement Planning
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New Sites Empower Students to Build Their Own Scholarships
Retirement Living Decisions Don't Require Hand-Wringing
21 Ways to Make Extra Money in Retirement
Do You Trust Financial Services Companies?
Families Need to Have Frank Money Talks
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Strategies for Avoiding New Bank Fees
How Much Should You Save Each Week
Americans Plan Fun and Frugal Summers
The Health Care Reform Timeline
Getting Health Insurance on Your Own
How to Keep a Handle on College Costs
Daydream Your Way to a Better Life
The Dangers of DIY Estate Planning
Unconventional Retirement Investing Strategies
Retirement Challenge for Women: Income Gender Gap
Launching Your Own Business After Age 50
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Living Better Than Ever in an Age of Less
15 Ways to Tell if You Are Ready to Retire
How Working Longer Helps Build Retirement Security
How to Hire a Financial Adviser
How to Find a Low-Tax Place to Retire
Conquer Your Inner Shopaholic With These Tips
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Alternatives to Traditional Retirement
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How to Set Up Your First 401(k)
What Your 401(k) Really Costs You
Why Your 401(k) Still Has Not Recovered
Don't Let Your IRA Accounts Languish
Why Women Need Their Own Money Advice
Five Tips to Avoid Confirmation Bias
10 Uncommon Sources of Income in Retirement
These Banks Want to Help You -- Really
How to Find Affordable Long-Term Care
Why Some Women Skirt the Wage Gap
Sizing Up Your Retirement Nest Egg Needs
Biggest Sources of Retirement Income
Assembling a Sturdy Retirement Portfolio
Withdrawing from Retirement Accounts Early without Penalty
Steps to Relief From Federal Student Loans
Funds for Recent College Grads
Retirement Savings Strategies for Late Starters
New Hope for Debtors Struggling With Student Loans
Debating the Pros and Cons of a Flat Tax
Rules To Improve Credit History and Raise Credit Score
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How Close Are You to the Financial Edge
Personal Finance Tools You Should Use Now
Strategy for Charitable Giving Makes Donations Go Further
6 Ways Couples Can Maximize Social Security Payouts
The Trouble With Online Retirement Calculators
How Divorce Affects Retirement Benefits
Planning for Retirement Without a 401(k)
7 Reasons to Downsize in Retirement
Eliminate Tax Brackets and Complicated Forms With Flat Tax
How to Keep Your Nest Egg Intact After a Layoff
Don't Neglect Long-Term Care in Retirement Planning
These Financial Blogs Are Worth Your Time
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Why Consumers Are Shunning Credit Cards
The Challenge of Deducting Medical Expenses
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21 Ways to Cut Expenses in Retirement
New Frugality Emerging for Retirement
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Sadly Bad Advise Abounds on Roth IRA Conversions
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New Tax Provisions Make Filing More Complicated This Year
Not All 401(k) Plans Are Created Equal
Bigger Tax Break for Writing Off Costs of College
Bad Day? 5 Tips to Keep Your Motivation
8 Factors that Determine Your Final 401(k) Balance
How to Tell if You Are Saving Enough for Retirement
Financial Help For Women: 5 Effective Strategies
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Talking to Gen Y About the New Culture of Thrift
10 Ways to Save by Going Green
10 Ways Baby Boomers Will Reinvent Retirement
Greed is Good: Why You Need to Tap Into Inner Gordon Gekko
How to Avoid Pitfalls in Automatic Retirement Saving
Full Financial Disclosure Before Walking Down the Aisle
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Roth IRA Conversions: Don't Be Tripped Up By Tax Implications
How to Cope With Big Rate Increases on Your Long-Term Care Policy
Social Security: Congress' Ponzi Scheme
How to Live Happily on 75 Percent Less
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How Much Money Will You Really Need for Retirement
Too Many Americans In Dark on Basic Financial Concepts
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Do-It-Yourself Pensions and Workplace Retirement Plans
Don't Overlook Utility Bill Payment Aid Programs
Generation Y: Save for a House or Retirement
The Over-indulgent Self-Centered Generation
8 Tips for Choosing Retirement Gifts
Break Bad Shopping Habits to Avoid a Debt Hangover
6 Great Financial Gifts for Children
Gift Cards: Not Always the Easiest Holiday Present
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Paying Off Your Mortgage Can Boost Cash Flow in Retirement
Paying Off Student Loans Requires Smart Decisions
9 Ways Spending Changes in Retirement
10 Resolutions for Retirement Readiness
Making a Retirement Investing List and Checking it Twice
Too Many Americans Risk a Financially-Strapped Retirement
'Free Lunch' Investment Seminars Often End Up Costing You Money
Lean Years Require a Shift in How You Give to Charity
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Don't Let Bank Fees Sap Your Accounts
Don't Be Tripped Up by Gift Card Rules
Tax Planning During Holidays Can Generate Gifts April 15
401(k) Matches Make a Comeback
10 Secrets to Raising More Than $15,000 for College
4 Reasons Your Retirement Is at Risk
3 Holiday Gifts That Keep on Giving
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Why Boomers Will Retire More Comfortably Than Their Parents
Weighing an Early-Retirement Offer
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The Modern Retirement Plan: Cross Your Fingers
Making the Most of Frugal Living
A Tale of Two Cards and Their Reward Programs
5 First Steps to Deal With Debt
Make Sure Your Long-Term-Care Insurer Pays Up
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College Tuition Assistance & Financial Aid
Take Advantage of the New Credit Card Rewards
9 Ways to Salvage an Ailing Credit Score
Financial Roadmap for Generation Y: Downgrading Expectations Best Survival Strategy
5 Ways to Prepare for an Unplanned Retirement
New Student Loan Repayment Plan Is Based on Borrower's Income
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Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility and Disclosure Act passed by Congress
Higher FDIC Deposit Guarantee Extended to 2013
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10 Ways to Thrive After the Recession
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