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How Young Adults Feel About Financial Independence From Their Parents

Surprising findings from a new survey of Americans age 18 to 34

APRIL 18, 2019 | By Richard Eisenberg

Make the Retirement Planning Reality Check Work for You

Retirement Planning

Advice from the author of 'Retirement Game-Changers'

FEBRUARY 27, 2019 | By Steve Vernon, F.S.A.

Should You Get One of the New Reverse Mortgages?

Reverse Mortgage

These loans let some owners of high-value homes tap their home equity

JANUARY 30, 2019 | By Donna Fuscaldo

2 New Ways to Raise Your Credit Score

UltraFICO and Experian Boost may help you get better rates on loans and credit cards

JANUARY 10, 2019 | By Michelle Black

Safety Tips for Snowbirds

Here are some best practices for those driving to warmer winter climates

DECEMBER 19, 2018 | By Debbie L. Miller

The New Free Credit Freeze Rules: What You Need to Know

Credit Freeze Rules

Is it time to rethink the way you protect your credit file?

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018 | By Bev O'Shea

How to Help Your Grown Child Start a Business

Help Your Grown Child

What to know before making a loan, an investment or a gift

AUGUST 20, 2018 | By Matthew Helfrich

Best Credit Cards for Women Business Owners

Best Credit Cards

Why entrepreneurs might want one and what to watch out for

AUGUST 16, 2018 | By Kerry Hannon

Is the Next Recession On Its Way?

How to manage your money based on U.S. economic prospects

AUGUST 3, 2018 | By Chris Farrell

Should I Pay Off My Mortgage Before I Retire?

Pay Off My Mortgage

When it makes sense and when it doesn't

JUNE 29, 2018 | By Constance Brinkley-Badgett

Don’t Let Debt Sabotage Your Retirement

6 tips from a noted retirement researcher to manage debt effectively

APRIL 30, 2018 | By Catherine Collinson

Using Your Home Equity for Aging in Place

Advice from our webinar on reverse mortgages, home equity lines and refis

APRIL 26, 2018 | By Richard Eisenberg

4 Easy Ways to Put More Money in Your Pocket

Behavioral Finance

Fresh strategies to use mental quirks to your economic advantage

MARCH 14, 2018 | By Diane Harris

Make Your Credit Cards More Rewarding

You can probably earn far more in cash or travel perks by updating your plastic

FEBRUARY 21, 2018 | By Diane Harris

Protecting Yourself in the Season of Computer Infections

Computer Infections

Holiday-gift shopping online can make you a phishing or malware victim

DECEMBER 14, 2017 | By Michele Wojciechowski

The Reasons More Older Americans Are Filing for Bankruptcy

Getting out of debt this way can be a 'godsend'

NOVEMBER 16, 2017 | By Tami Kamin Meyer

6 New Tips and Tools to Improve Your Finances

Gleanings from the world's largest financial content expo, FinCon

NOVEMBER 2, 2017 | By Diane Harris

What You Should Know Before Loaning Money to Family

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You can avoid bitter feelings by following these four rules

SEPTEMBER 21, 2017 | By Christina Couch, Grandparents.com

How Debt Is Threatening Retirement Dreams

A troubling analysis of the finances of Americans 50 and older

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017 | By Nick Clements

Equifax Messed Up: What You Need to Do Now

Timely advice to limit thieves' ability to use your vital information

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017 | By Bev O'Shea

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