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10 Tips for Teaching the Value of a Dollar
Learning how to earn, manage, and appreciate the value of money at an early age gives children the foundation they need to succeed down the road.
Estimating Your Retirement Income Needs
The simple advice is to set your retirement income as a percentage of your current income. But that approach doesn't account for your specific plans.
5 Misconceptions About CDs
How do certificates of deposit work? Think of CDs (aka, share certificates) as the "set it and forget it" approach to savings.
Start Saving Now for Your Child’s Education
College tuition has tripled over the past 30 years. All the more reason to take advantage of savings tools (like 529 College Savings Plans) early.
Signs You Might Be Living Beyond Your Means
It's easy to accrue debt these days. Steer away from the "living paycheck to paycheck" path by checking yourself for these red flags.
7 Savvy Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund
Paying off debt isn’t just about being responsible now, it’s about saving money in the immediate future. Learn how to spend, or save, your tax refund with these easy tips.
Planning Your Spending for the Holidays
The average American ends the holidays with an extra $1,000 in debt. A manageable budget is the best way to keep that stressful debt from piling up.
Couples' Therapy: Investing Together
Some couples have contrasting approaches to investing and different ideas about what’s needed to retire. Follow these tips for going down the investment road together.
Renting as a College Student
Moving out on your own is exciting. But first, there are some key questions you need to ask and precautions you need to take before signing the lease agreement.
The Financial Mistakes of Our 20s and 30s
Start saving for retirement when you get your first job and you’ll develop a healthy savings habit that will serve you well down the road.