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Banking & Credit

Making sense of the fine print on bank and credit card terms, fees and rewards to maximize your accounts and build good credit.

How to Make Sense of a Credit Card's Terms and Conditions
A Guide for Credit Card Newbies
Is an Online Financial Adviser Right for You?
How to Handle a Dispute with Your Bank

Debt

Real stories from people who climbed out of debt and tips on how to build healthy financial habits.

Could You Live Without a Credit Card?
You Cosigned a Loan, They Defaulted. What Now?
11 Ways Parents Can Help Kids Cut College Debt Now
How One Man Dug Out of $80,000 in Debt

Saving & Budgeting

Where to cut costs and sock away money for living expenses, college education and retirement.

How to Give Your Finances a Summer Makeover
Smart Ways to Slash Your Summer Energy Bills
Living an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle On a Budget
How to Create Your Own Money Roadmap

Family Finance

Learn how to manage your household's money, talk about money with your spouse and teach your children good money habits.

The Best Money Advice From Dad
5 Money Questions to Ask Before You Marry
How to Get Your Finances in Order Before a Divorce
Caring for a Sibling With Special Needs

Taxes

How to get a head start on preparations, file accurately and qualify for credits and deductions to get the most from your tax return.

Taxing Days Ahead for Everyone in IRS Scandal
Next Target of IRS Robo-Audits: Small Business
IRS Data Web Snares Mostly Low- and Middle-Income Taxpayers
How a Tax-Refund Windfall Can Hurt Your Finances

Spending

Smart shopping strategies for saving money on products, groceries, gifts and more.

How to Avoid a Summer Vacation Disaster
How to Split Travel Costs With Friends
Smart Ways to Save On Your Summer Road Trip
5 Smart Money Moves to Make This Summer

Earnings

Smart, creative ways to boost your income without stretching yourself too thin.

How to Effectively Work From Home With Kids
3 Steps to Reinventing Your Career
Career (and Life) Advice From Famous Graduation Speakers
Should You Trade In Your Car or Sell It Yourself?

Identity Theft & Cyber Security

What you need to know to keep your personal information and financial accounts secure.

How to Protect Your Elderly Parents From Being Scammed
Identity Theft: Why Your Child May Be in Danger
Protect Yourself From 10 Menacing Financial Scams
How to Spot the Warning Signs of Identity Theft
Credit-Management Tips for Recent College Graduates

Creating a plan to pay off credit card debt and stay on top of student loan payments can position you for financial success.

How to Help Your Teenager Build Credit Responsibly

Financial advisers offer tips on young adults should use credit.

Easy Saving Strategies to Build an Emergency Fund

Don't let unanticipated expenses wreck havoc on your finances.

Nap Nanny Recall: What You Should Know

Why consumers should pay attention to the latest round of baby product recalls.

Will Today’s Teens Depend on Parents Forever?

A new survey suggests that families might be supporting their children well into their twenties.

The Hidden Costs of Pregnancy

A new proposed law aims to keep expectant mothers in the workplace for as long as possible.

Plan Your ‘Retirement Landing’

When you're getting ready to touch down in retirement, be sure you're prepared with these eight steps.

How to Pick a Floating Rate Bond Fund

How to think about floating rate funds, plus some recommendations.

Tempted to Make a Currency Play? Think Again

For most investors, picking currencies is a tough trade to do right.

How to Monitor Your Investing Fees

Costs can add up for everything from trading costs to 401(k) fees.

How to Live to 100

Why do some people live long, healthy, and happy lives, while others struggle with dementia, heart disease, and depression? Learn how to protect yourself from those outcomes based on the latest research on health, longevity, happiness, and finances in the U.S. News ebook.

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