College Savings

Profiting from College: Tips to Avoid Moving Back in With Mom and Dad

In 2011, 45 percent of recent college grads were living with their parents. So for students hoping to graduate into a real job -- and a real apartment -- the question becomes how to get the biggest return on investment for their a college education while incurring the smallest possible debt.

Don't Make These Five 401(k) Excuses

You can put off cleaning the bathroom or mowing the lawn without severe problems. But waiting to increase your retirement account contributions could have serious consequences. Don'€™t let these excuses keep you from upping your 401(k) contributions now.