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- Should you invest in a startup?
Can regular people even invest in high-flying startups? And is it worth the financial risk?
- Thinking like an athlete can help Baby Boomers strengthen their retirement savings
Most baby boomers do not have much in common with professional athletes on the playing field, but when it comes to financial planning, they might consider thinking like one.
- How a better FICO score leads to better retirement
Having a FICO score toward the top of the score range can save you big bucks over the life of your loans and improve your retirement prospects.
- How to pick the right car
With so many models on the market and new designs being introduced all the time, it’s hard to know where to start when choosing a car. It’s so confusing that many people just buy the same model again — if they liked the last one — ignoring new, and better, choices. But there's an easier way to choose.
- Financial planning should be about the journey and the destination
Smart financial planning isn't just about having a fixed plan, it's also about adapting to whatever new challenges come your way.
- How to make the most of an initial home walkthrough
An initial home walkthrough can be the crucial, make-or-break moment where you decide whether a house is really the right one. It's important to make the most of that experience.
- Expecting a baby? Avoid these four common money mistakes.
New parents want everything to be perfect, but at a time of such emotion, the opportunities for money mistakes are ever present.
- When and how to appeal a financial aid award
The process varies from school to school, and there’s no guarantee that your appeal will be approved, but there are steps you can take to improve your chances of increasing your college financial aid.
- Retina MacBook update: nine things you need to know
Is it worth trading in your old laptop for the new MacBook? Read on to find out how it differs from the previous generation, and to see what early reviews are already saying.
- Free shipping: 48 retailers' policies
A lot of online stores will ship your orders for free, but those bargains often come with limitations. To help you navigate, we've put together a list of 48 retailers that offer free shipping, plus some tips on how these deals work.
- What to expect from 2016 Memorial Day sales
It's one of the greatest holiday weekends to shop, especially if you're in the market for clothes, home goods, or a new mattress.
- Five reasons to keep your money separated after marriage
Keeping your finances separate when you get married may seem counter-intuitive, but it's a smart way to maintain control of your money even in the midst of wedded bliss.
- Four ways to earn more interest on your money
Four months after the Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time in nine years, consumers aren’t earning any more on their savings. There’s usually a lag between when the Fed raises rates and banks start paying more interest to customers. But why wait?
- Planning to dip into your retirement savings? Ask these five questions first.
There's no simple answer for whether withdrawing from your retirement account will help or hurt you in the long run. It all depends on the scenario.
- Store closing sales: Why you won't save as much as you think
The reality is that going-out-of-business sales are often the opposite of a bargain. Here's why.
- How to search for a home
When house-hunting fever strikes, it can hit hard. You’ll probably download a home search app or two and jump into the car, ready to explore a new neighborhood. Before you do, here are answers to some questions that might pop up along the way.
- Looking for a quick loan? It might have a big overdraft fee attached.
Online payday loans can look enticing, but they can come with hefty fees attached, according to a report from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
- The best deals for Mother's Day 2016
Moms are great, but finding the perfect gift for Mother's Day can be challenging. Fortunately, many stores put out some of their best deals for the holiday.
- What does owning a home really cost?
When you own a home for the first time, you should be prepared for some costs that you might not have expected.
- Ten hidden housing costs new homeowners should watch out for
While buying a house is certainly one of the most expensive parts of moving, there are other costs new owners should also be watching out for as they settle into a first place.