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A 60/40 portfolio is considered moderately conservative. The right asset allocation for yo...
The key to a stress-free retirement could be the choice between renting for flexibility or...
A stock option is a contract that gives the holder the right to buy or sell a stock at a s...
Don't have access to a 401(k)? Maybe your employer doesn't offer one, or you're self-emplo...
You may be able to use the rule of 55 to retire early, but only if you meet certain condit...
Bonds are low-risk investments that provide modest gains. You can buy them from the govern...
An adjustable-rate mortgage begins with a lower rate than a fixed-rate mortgage, which cou...
Buy now, pay later loans can accommodate impulse purchases, but repayment requires plannin...
If you’re thinking about investing in a REIT, it’s important to understand the advantages ...
A bankruptcy discharge is a federal court order that cancels your obligation for certain d...
You can cancel a debt management plan any time, but carefully consider the consequences be...
If you’ve made some poor investment decisions, here are some steps you can take to identif...
An escrow shortage means there's not enough money in your escrow account to pay for your p...
A fixed-rate mortgage has an interest rate that never changes, while rates on adjustable-r...
The retirement tax bomb drops when tax-deferred withdrawals and unexpected expenses like M...
If you're looking to buy or sell stocks, you'll need an intermediary or brokerage platform...
If you’re thinking about investing in the stock market, it’s important to understand both ...
Losing your job during the mortgage process can delay your closing or even result in a den...
Your retirement withdrawals from a traditional 401(k) are taxable. Make a plan now to acco...
If you're struggling to make your monthly payments, refinancing your HELOC may be an optio...
Starting early and making regular contributions improve your odds of reaching your retirem...
Both 401(k)s and IRAs offer tax advantages that help you save and grow your money for reti...
Improve your financial health in 30 days by taking simple steps like checking your credit ...
Stock market indexes track the performance of different stocks. The most well known are th...
The four parts of a mortgage payment include loan principal, interest, taxes and insurance...
If you have a deficiency balance after a repossession or foreclosure, it’s important to kn...
Here's what a reverse budget is and how it can help you save more money, plus the downside...
Vehicles are usually not good investments since they depreciate rapidly after you purchase...
Some experts advise placing 12 months' worth of expenses in an emergency fund. Others thin...
Lenders generally allow homebuyers to put gift money toward down payments, but there are r...
If your mortgage lender fails, another lender typically buys your loan and keeps the same ...
Keep your emergency fund someplace where your money earns interest without compromising sa...
No investment is ever 100% risk-free, but government bonds are about as safe as it gets. J...
Investing your emergency fund could result in financial losses. It's best to keep your sav...
From investing your change to buying secondhand, these 11 habits can help you save more mo...
If you’re thinking about buying a house, it’s crucial to ensure your credit is in good sha...
If you're self-employed, you may be eligible for some special retirement savings vehicles....
Increasing your down payment lowers your principal loan amount and, consequently, your loa...
Get a grip on your spending and save for the future by learning to manage your money. Take...
A recession can lead to stock market declines and high unemployment. Fortunately, there ar...
You can refinance an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM). This allows you to buy a home with a ...
There's more than one way to calculate bond yields. The yield to maturity is more complica...
Changes to your credit can cause delays in your mortgage approval and even jeopardize the ...
Cash stuffing, or envelope budgeting, is a system where you sort cash into labeled envelop...
Your 401(k) loan could be due and payable when you leave your job. Plan ahead to find the ...
The average amount of retirement savings you should have varies by your age and your incom...
You can save for emergencies and build funds for a vacation, wedding, down payment or new ...
Need to stretch your budget? Here are six ways you can make your money go further.
When you want to build your emergency fund faster, these seven tips can give your savings ...
Condo mortgages work like other types of mortgages, but lenders will consider the risk ass...
Eligible taxpayers can claim the advance premium tax credit by applying it to their monthl...
Whether you have a high risk tolerance or prefer to play it safe, you can create an invest...
These four creative sources of retirement income can help you boost your cash flow during ...
Even if you and your spouse keep your finances separate, maintaining an open dialogue and ...
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