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A Credit Card Debt Exit Plan
Millions of Americans feel trapped by credit card debt. You don't have to be one of them. Here's an exit strategy.
Manage your money
Your Mid-Year Money Check Up
Are you on track to meet your financial goals? Follow these five steps to find out.
Do You Need a Freedom Fund?
Want to make a life change but feel you can't financially? Start a freedom fund.
Giving Stock to Charity
Donating stock (as opposed to cash) to a nonprofit can benefit both you and the charity.
Selling Your House in a Down Market
Should you sell your house in a down market? Pay attention to both your wallet and the issues that impact your quality of life.
Retirement Match From Uncle Sam
The Saver's Credit is like a retirement match from Uncle Sam if you qualify. Here's what you need to know—and do.
Learn to invest
Air Jordans: Diversification
My Jordan sneaker collection is an example of diversification in your portfolio. Explore why that is important.
Retired Investors and Inflation
The double whammy of tanked investments and high inflation is challenging, especially for retirees. Here's help.
Managing Through a Recession
Recessions have the potential for very real financial hardship, but there are positive steps we can take to ease the impact.
Build your financial independence
Plan for major life expenses
Budgeting for Student Loans
Ready to face the return of student loan repayments? Conquer your budget by tracking expenses, cutting back on non-essentials, and balancing debt payment with retirement savings.
Can You Give Stock as a Gift?
Giving stock can be both a financial gift and a personal finance lesson. But get the details first.
Ready to Buy Your First Home?
There's more to timing your first home purchase than interest rates and prices. Consider these guidelines.
Using IRA Funds for First Home
Just because you can use IRA funds to buy a first home doesn't mean it's the best move for your financial future.
Save for retirement
How Does a Roth IRA Work?
Even if you don't have an employer sponsored retirement plan, it's still important to save for your future.
Retirement Match From Uncle Sam
The Saver's Credit is like a retirement match from Uncle Sam if you qualify. Here's what you need to know—and do.
Using IRA Funds for First Home
Just because you can use IRA funds to buy a first home doesn't mean it's the best move for your financial future.
Retirement Without a 401(k)
No 401(k)? Don't let that keep you from saving and investing for retirement. There are ways to create your own retirement plan.
4 Major Retirement Risks
There are many unknowns when it comes to planning for retirement. Make sure you have a plan to address the biggest risks.
Small Business Retirement Plans
Own a small business? Don't miss out on these opportunities to save for retirement and decrease taxable income.
New Investor Questions: Part 3
You've got the basic concepts and tools, so are you ready to invest? Not quite. Read part 3 before you buy.
Nonworking Spouse Benefits?
There are ways to build retirement security for a nonworking spouse, but it takes careful planning as a couple.
IRA Funding After Divorce
You can't fund an IRA with child support—or even alimony if divorced after 2018—but you can still invest it wisely.
Financial literacy for the next generation
Help your loved ones
Handling an Inheritance
If you receive a sudden windfall, take time to review your financial picture before you start spending.
The Reverse Boomerang
Open and honest communication can help you go into multigenerational living with your eyes wide open.
World Elder Abuse Day
We can all take steps to protect ourselves and our loved ones from financial fraud and exploitation.
Retire with confidence
Retired Investors and Inflation
The double whammy of tanked investments and high inflation is challenging, especially for retirees. Here's help.
Suddenly Alone—Getting Help
It's hard to focus on finances after losing a spouse. But there are resources to turn to for help and support.
Working Past 65 and Medicare
If you work past age 65, deciding when to enroll in Medicare depends on the size of your employer—and more.
Medicare while Traveling
Will Medicare cover you when traveling? It depends not only on where you go but also your type of Medicare policy.
4 Major Retirement Risks
There are many unknowns when it comes to planning for retirement. Make sure you have a plan to address the biggest risks.