Derailed! Why Your Finances Have Fallen and Can't Get Up
Even though the stock market has recovered from the 2008 crash, many Americans still report big losses in their retirement savings, and these 'derailers' are to blame.
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Today's Billion-Dollar Start-Ups Should Be Thanking the Fed
The list of start-ups valued at over $1 billion just keeps getting longer, and not just due to the potential of their cool tech. They're also getting a big boost from the Fed.
Freddie Mac Posts Near-Record Profit in First Quarter
Mortgage giant Freddie Mac earned $4.6 billion from January through March, helped by a stronger housing market.
Is Online Banking Right for You?
Online banking may be a growing trend, but that doesn't mean it's right for everyone. Here are the pros and cons of keeping your cash in a traditional versus online bank.
Fed Sticks to Stimulus Plan, Warns Growth Hampered by Budget Cuts
The Fed is sticking with its bond-buying plan to push down borrowing costs and prop up the economy, citing risks to growth from recent budget tightening in Washington.
Apple Raises $17 Billion in Largest Corporate Bond Sale Ever
Apple sold $17 billion worth of bonds late Tuesday in the largest sale of corporate bonds ever, part of a plan to increase its share buyback program and boost its dividend.
No Surprises Expected as Fed Ends 2-Day Meeting
The Federal Reserve is widely expected Wednesday to stick with its aggressive efforts to strengthen a still-subpar economy.
Don't Ignore the Dangerous Side of Dividend Stocks
Conservative investors fleeing low-yield, fixed-income investments have flocked to dividend stocks. But they often ignore just how much more dangerous those stocks can be.
Federal Reserve Seen Keeping Interest Rates Near Zero
Scant inflation and still-modest U.S. economic growth will likely lead the Federal Reserve this week to maintain its drive to keep borrowing costs at record lows indefinitely.
Money Terms to Know: What Is Inflation?
It's Financial Literacy Month, so throughout April we'll be examining key economic concepts that affect your everyday finances. Today's term: net worth.
Hidden Trap in Obama's Proposed Student Loan Debt 'Remedy'
As controversy grows around President Obama's latest student loan relief proposal, one fact is becoming clear: Most former students won't get much relief from it.
Which to Do First? Pay Down Debt or Save for a Rainy Day
Millions of Americans have heavy debts and limited savings, so when a rare bit of spare cash appears, they face a conundrum: Should they pay down debt or build up savings?
6 Smart Moves to Boost Your Credit Score
Even if you're not planning on applying for a mortgage or credit card anytime soon, you need a good credit score. Here are some lesser-known strategies to help boost yours.
Drop in Interest Rates Boosts Demand for Home Mortgages
Applications for U.S. home mortgages rebounded last week as interest rates pulled back for the first time in three weeks, fresh data show.
Federal Reserve Maintains Stance on Record-Low Interest Rates
The Federal Reserve said it plans to keep its benchmark rate near zero as long as unemployment exceeds 6.5 percent -- a level expected into 2015.