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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.
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.
Generation Z and the Minefield of Online Scams
Young people's familiarity with technology—specifically, social media—can create a false sense of security when they are targeted by online scams.
Fall: The Sleeper Season for Home Buying
While people don't typically associate autumn with home buying, it can be less competitive, less frantic, and more flexible than the peak seasons.
Bridging the Insurance Gap as an Older Worker
Losing (or leaving) your job is stressful enough, but figuring out health insurance during this gap can be overwhelming. Here's a guide to your options.
Affordable Sustainability, Part 3: Making Your Home More Efficient
In part 3 of the Affordable Sustainability series, discover simple ways to make your home more efficient. You might be spending hundreds more in energy each year than needed.
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.
Are Extended Vehicle Warranties Worth the Cost?
Is it better to purchase coverage you might not need or risk covering maintenance expenses yourself? Learn if an extended warranty is right for you.
What to Do About Those Annoying Robocalls
Robocalls come in many forms and have gotten smarter about tricking you into answering and taking action. Here's how to slow them down.
How To Pick the Right Student Loan
Education is an investment in your future. A loan can be beneficial in accessing that education. Here are few things to think about when looking for student loans.