10 Money Missteps New Grads Should Avoid

on March 3, 2021

Are you a recent graduate? The terrain is already tough enough. Don’t make it worse by developing bad money management habits.

Ask Stacy: Help! They’re Trying to Reduce My Social Security Payments!

on May 7, 2020

Social Security is a simple concept, but the execution can be complicated. One example is the Windfall Elimination Provision. Does it apply to you?

Is It Ever Too Late to Start Saving?

on May 27, 2013

What if you’re in your 40s and you haven’t set aside a dime for your retirement years?

Should You Join the Military?

on May 24, 2013

The pay for serving and protecting your country isn’t great at first, but military service comes with some decent retirement and education perks — and substantial risks.

5 Steps to Marital Money Bliss

on May 22, 2013

Getting married? Money could be the reason you end up divorced. Take these steps now and avoid the battles and frustrations later on.

6 Ways to Ruin Your Life, Gatsby Style

on May 17, 2013

Hidden in the classic novel — and the latest adaptation for film — are some personal finance lessons. Don’t make the mistakes that Gatsby did.

How Much Is Too Much Student Loan Debt?

on May 15, 2013

More than half of all student loans are now delinquent or in deferral.

What Mom Needs: Financial Advice

on May 10, 2013

Moms are less prepared for retirement than fathers or women without children, a new study says.

Why I Bought a New Car Instead of a Used One

on May 9, 2013

No, this was not a silly impulse buy, but a well-reasoned decision.

When to Teach Kids About Credit Card Debt?

on May 6, 2013

Waiting until they have their first card in hand is way too late.

Ask Stacy: Should I Pay Off My Mortgage?

on January 31, 2018

This reader has enough in savings to pay off her mortgage, but hesitates to drain her savings to do it. The math is simple, but the answer isn’t.

Here’s How Your Taxes Will Be Spent

on April 19, 2013

Find out how much you’re contributing to various government priorities this year.

5 Easy Ways to Prepare for Next Tax Season

on April 15, 2013

The hassle of doing your taxes is still a very fresh memory. Use that as motivation to take a few steps now to make next year’s tax preparation much less stressful.

10 Key Characteristics of Debt-Free People

on March 3, 2021

Why do some people — no matter how much they make — get into debt, while others — no matter how modest their means — don’t?

Your Biggest Money Worries – and How to Eliminate Them

on April 8, 2013

A new survey asks Americans what they fear most financially; the results might surprise you.

Got the Wedding Bill Blues?

on April 4, 2013

The average wedding is now more than $28,000. The average American now earns about $40,000 in a year. Are we crazy?

How the Great Recession Changed Our Habits

on November 2, 2022

Five years later, people feel more prepared for retirement and are making bigger contributions to their 401Ks. Most have less debt, too.

Heading for Financial Trouble? Take This Quick Quiz and Find Out

on April 1, 2013

You get a physical every year to make sure you’re in good physical shape; take this test to ensure you’re in good fiscal shape.

True Story: How to Cope When Your Spouse Skips Out With All the Cash

on March 28, 2013

Hope it never happens to you – the person you trusted more than anyone hits the road with your life savings.

9 Last-Minute Tax Tips

on March 25, 2013

Haven’t filed your taxes yet? You’ve got plenty of company. Before you get going, start with this checklist.

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