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There's something about life insurance that just freaks some people out -- we'd prefer not to consider our mortality. But September is life insurance awareness month, and lack of knowledge breeds fuzzy thinking. So we've sorted some facts from fictions and debunked an even dozen myths about life insurance.

Most parents know how important it is to choose a guardian to take care of their children in case something terrible happens. But what about your children's financial needs? There needs to be a plan in place for those, too. That's why parents should consider creating a trust. Here's what you need to consider.

Hunger is not discriminatory, and it's everywhere. That's the message of a new study that shows children are struggling with hunger in every county and congressional district in America. But the Map the Meal Gap report also shows which states and regions are suffering disproportionately.

In the season premiere of reality-television show "Downsized," which airs Tuesday, things are looking up for the Bruce-Rumsey family of nine. In an interview with The Price of Fame, family members tell us they've made mistakes. Here's what you can learn from their story.

When it comes to the the state of their family finances, Americans seem to be moving toward the "acceptance" stage. Some of us think our own household scenarios will get better in the coming year, some of us dread things getting worse, but mostly, we expect more of the same.

Whether you're drowning in debt or still owe your parents money, many people have a few money anxieties and embarrassing money issues that they prefer to keep under wraps. If you've made some money mistakes in the past or just want more control over your finances, it may be time to solve some of...

Ah, Valentine's Day: the time of year when couples like to talk about love. But according to one expert, those lovebirds also need to talk seriously about money and credit if they want their relationships to stand the test of time.Adam Levin, co-founder and chairman of Credit.com, spoke with...

To be fair, looking for bad advice in US News & World Report is a lot like trying to find something beautiful in the Louvre. It's just too easy. Last week, I took US News to task for advising parents on taking out student loans when they can't afford their own mortgage payments. This week,...