5 Smart Money Moves for Newlyweds by Nicole Seghetti Jun 19th 2013 12:30PM After the honeymoon is over, increase your odds of sustaining marital bliss by following these five pieces of financial advice.
The Smart 401(k) Rollover Option That Almost Everyone Forgets by Dan Caplinger Jun 19th 2013 5:00AM You know better than to go on a spree with your retirement-plan money when you switch jobs, but tossing it into an IRA as most people do may not be the smartest choice either.
Surprise! Young Adults Have Smartened Up About Debt by Dan Caplinger Jun 19th 2013 5:00AM Youthful consumers typically get a bad rap when it comes to debt, but new research shows young adults have gotten a lot smarter about using credit cards.
Housing Starts Pick Up in May, But Less Than Forecast by Reuters Jun 18th 2013 8:54AM Housing starts rose less than expected in May, likely reflecting labor and material constraints, but the overall trend remained consistent with strength in the housing market.
Choosing the 'Default Option' Can Save You a Bundle by Adam J. Wiederman Jun 17th 2013 12:00PM The "default option" is an arbitrary way to opt into a decision that you probably should make, but don't always make. And those defaults can save you a ton of money over time.
American Dads by the Numbers: A Father's Day Run-Down by Bruce Watson Jun 15th 2013 5:00AM Think you know about America dads? Well, traditional Father's Day gifts aren't likely to change anytime soon, but fatherhood itself is in the middle of a major transformation.
3 Simple Steps to Budgeting Bliss by Dan Caplinger Jun 15th 2013 5:00AM There's nothing fun about creating a household budget; even talking about money with family members can be tough. But once you begin, you'll find it's not so hard.
Follow the Financial Lead of These 3 Money-Savvy Actresses by Caroline Bennett Jun 14th 2013 11:15AM Not all of Hollywood's elite burn through money like it's going out of style. These stars are smart with their finances, and anyone can follow their scripts.
4 Personal Financial Planning Musts for Dads by Nicole Seghetti Jun 14th 2013 5:00AM Dads, take time this Father's Day weekend to kick back and relax. But next week, implement these financial planning essentials. You and your family will be better off for it.
Are Credit Cards Making Us Poorer and Fatter? by Eamon Murphy Jun 13th 2013 4:18PM According to Derek Thompson's recent article for the Atlantic, credit cards are making us "dumber, fatter, poorer." The research backs him up: Is it time to ditch our plastic?
Obamacare: Is a $2,000 Insurance Deductible 'Affordable?' by CNNMoney Jun 13th 2013 2:50PM So far, much of the debate around Obamacare has focused on the cost of premiums in the state-based health insurance exchanges. But what will enrollees get for their money?
School Gives 16-Year-Olds $100,000 to Invest by CNNMoney Jun 13th 2013 1:27PM Lots of high schools have clubs that participate in stock market simulation games. The Greenhill School, a small private school in Dallas, is letting its club use real money.
Living in a Van Was the Best Financial Decision I Ever Made by The Motley Fool Jun 13th 2013 11:55AM Most people would consider living in a van an embarrassment, but Ken Ilungas just views it as a smart choice that let him get his graduate degree while staying debt free.
7 Myths of Long-Term Care by Department of Health and Human Services Jun 13th 2013 9:41AM Roughly 70 percent of Americans over 65 will need some form long-term care. The earlier you plan for it -- and the more you know about it -- the better.
Jobless Claims Fall to Lowest Level in 5 Years by Reuters Jun 13th 2013 8:55AM The number of Americans filing new claims for jobless benefits fell last week, nearing its lowest level in five years in a sign of resilience for the U.S. labor market.
Know Where to Run to: The 5 Best Counties With No Extradition by Bruce Watson Jun 11th 2013 1:00PM Hong Kong is looking less and less safe for U.S. government whistleblower Edward Snowden. Here are a few other places that might be a bit more attractive for a man on the run.
Subway Pitchman Jared Fogle Rolling Deep in the Dough by Business Insider Jun 11th 2013 12:09PM Jared Fogle lost more than 200 pounds eating Subway sandwiches 15 years ago. And the pitchman's decision to make his weight loss public has resulted in a private fortune.
It's Never a Good Time to Invest in the Stock Market by Chuck Saletta Jun 11th 2013 5:00AM Is it ever a good time to invest in stocks? Not really. Historically, there have always been good reasons to sit tight with your cash - but that doesn't mean you should.
6 Costly Retirement-Saving Setbacks - and Overcoming Them by Kiplinger Jun 11th 2013 5:00AM You can't stop life from knocking you off your feet, but you can plan for the unexpected and move forward after you're hit with retirement-saving setbacks.
How to Pay Off Student Loans When You're Totally Out of Luck by Business Insider Jun 9th 2013 4:20PM Maybe you're out of a job, aren't earning enough, or simply don't know where to begin. What do you do if you can't pay back your student loans? Here's a guide:
'Don't Insure Me, Bro!': Why Critics of Obamacare Focus on Young Men by Bruce Watson Jun 7th 2013 4:30PM Obamacare critics seem strangely obsessed with healthy 25-year-old men. Could it be because they are one of the few groups who will be paying more for insurance?
Jobless Rate Rises To 7.6% as Economy Adds 175,000 Jobs by Reuters Jun 7th 2013 9:13AM Employers stepped up hiring in May, a sign the economy continues to grow modestly, despite the federal government's automatic budget cuts.
Medicine Minus Insurance Equals Cheaper, Better Care by Bruce Watson Jun 7th 2013 5:00AM An old-fashioned model of medicine is making a comeback: You go to a doctor, get treated, and pay a reasonable fee for the services, with no health insurance company involved.
Calif. Bill Attacks Walmart's Billion-Dollar Benefits Subsidy by Eamon Murphy Jun 6th 2013 5:18PM Walmart's low-wage and low-benefit model costs U.S. taxpayers billions of dollars a year, a new congressional report reveals. Now, California is pushing back.
Student Loan Interest Rate Set to Double: How You Can Prepare by Dan Caplinger Jun 6th 2013 12:00PM Unless the government acts soon, rates on subsidized student loans will double as of July 1, putting further pressure on America's next wave of college students.
Are You Paying the iTunes Tax? by CNNMoney Jun 6th 2013 10:13AM Nearly half of U.S. states charge sales tax on digital goods: If you live in one of them, you may be paying more for everything from downloaded music to streaming video.
Jobless Claims Fall as U.S. Employment Slowly Grows by Reuters Jun 6th 2013 9:09AM The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits fell last week, pointing to moderate job growth despite slowing economic activity.
Why We May Never See 3% Mortgage Rates Again by CNNMoney Jun 6th 2013 6:52AM Those who didn't take advantage of record-low mortgage rates have missed the boat -- at least for now. Here's why.
5 Must-Know Facts About Reverse Mortgages by Dan Caplinger Jun 6th 2013 5:00AM Lenders are pushing reverse mortgages as a simple way for retirees to tap their home equity -- but they're not that simple. Here's what anyone considering one needs to know.
Six Money Tips for the Latest Powerball Winnner by DailyFinance Staff Jun 5th 2013 2:15PM AP On Wednesday afternoon, the winner of the largest sole jackpot in U.S. lottery history stepped forward to claim her winnings. Gloria C. Mackenzie, 84, bought the winning...
'It's MY Money, Mom': What to Do When Kids Get Cash Gifts by Michele Lerner Jun 5th 2013 1:15PM That birthday check from grandma is more than a present -- it's an opportunity to start letting your child learn how to handle money in the future.