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Working parents: a balancing act.
Being a working parent certainly has its challenges—staying on top of your kids’ activities and schooling while attempting to excel at work is rarely an easy feat.
College saving tips for every budget.
As the cost of a college education continues to rise, saving as much as possible has become a necessity.
Tips to avoid online fraud.
Scammers continue to devise new methods to defraud people. Being careful with what information you share online or by phone, and maintaining a healthy skepticism, can help you escape…
Rent or buy—which is right for you?
The decision to rent or buy is a highly personal one, and often must be made by weighing both objective and subjective factors. What makes sense for one person's financial situation…
CD strategies—maximize your savings.
Saving by using certificates of deposit, or CDs, can be a low-risk way to diversify and grow your funds. If you are attempting to accumulate money for a large expense, such as a down…
Keep it simple.
Transitioning from an overscheduled, overstuffed, hectic life to a simpler one can often result in a happiness increase. Consider paring down your lifestyle to eliminate clutter, become…
Know your 401(k) options when changing jobs.
These days, it's less common for people to stay with just one employer for an entire career. As a result, you'll probably need to answer the question of what to do with your 401(k)…
Get on track to financial independence.
Financial independence can mean different things at different stages of life. It eventually means the ability to live solely off savings and passive income—also known as retirement.
Rebuild your financial life.
It can be difficult to get back on track after challenging life events that affect your finances. But difficult doesn’t mean impossible—you can rebuild your financial life one step…