All Saving Money
- Five signs you're ready to invest
Investing is a big financial step. Make sure you're ready by checking these five signs off the list.
- What to do after a car accident
The post-accident process is fairly straightforward, but it’s not necessarily easy. Use the tips below to prepare yourself to handle the stressful aftermath of an auto accident and to make the claims process — if there is one — more efficient and effective.
- Save or shred? A guide to sorting important financial documents.
From ATM receipts to marriage licenses and birth certificates, a breakdown of how long you should hang onto paperwork.
- Is your holiday spending out of control?
Without a proper budget, the holidays can become a huge financial burden.
- Stay warm, stay frugal: Six money-saving tips to winterize your home
How can you keep costs down and still keep warm this winter? We rounded up six easy money and energy-saving tips for keeping in the heat without burning up all your extra cash.
- Twenty money mistakes everyone makes, but no one talks about
Everyone makes money mistakes. These twenty mistakes are common made and infrequently discussed.
- When is it okay to cosign a loan?
Cosigning can be a touchy subject, with most people advising against it. It puts you at risk with out much recourse if the other party stops paying. However, there might be some time when cosigning is a good idea.
- There are pros and cons to autopay
Autopay can help automate the process of paying bills and make life simpler. However, if used incorrectly, it can raise costs and increase hassle.
- Why and how to hire a fee-only financial planner
Picking a financial planner is an important decision. A fee-only financial planner can ensure you pick one that legally has to put your interests above their own.
- Six retailers celebrating Cyber Monday all week long
The online sales of Cyber Monday last a whole week at some select stores. These six retailers are still celebrating the sale-holiday season.
- Four New Year's budget resolutions you should make now
Ring in the new year by committing to these four budget resolutions now. Starting early can only help your finances.
- Everything you need to know about the 2016 FAFSA application
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) can be the difference between paying for college now or taking out another student loan. Learn more about the 2016 FAFSA here.
- These are the income tax brackets for 2015
For 2015, there are seven federal income tax brackets. Here are the dollar amounts of taxes owed at each threshold, plus your marginal tax rate, which is the rate at which the remaining portion of your income is taxed.
- What you can do for Giving Tuesday
Today is Giving Tuesday, and people everywhere are turning their spending into donating. On this day of charity and hospitality, we’re giving you a few ideas to help you do your part.
- Four best jobs for work life balance
More workers are looking for work life balance than ever before. These four jobs are the best for maintaining the peace of mind that comes with good work life balance.
- Seven reasons to shop online during Black Friday and Cyber Monday
Historically, Black Friday has been the day with the annual best deals. That might still be true, but you may not have to physically go to the store to cash in on those deals. Skip the madness and shop online.
- You need a travel Plan B
With sky-high costs for travel, it always helps to have a back-up plan. This article recommends several ways to prepare and how a Plan B can help you save.
- Social Security 'file and suspend' rules changed: what you need to know
Two popular Social Security filing strategies were eliminated by the most recent budget, meaning many couples might need to rethink their retirement strategies.
- Cyber Monday sales kicked off early at Wal-Mart, Best Buy, eBay
Cyber Monday is no longer designated for just one day. Online shopping and Cyber Monday deals are starting earlier.
- Cyber Monday: Seven ways it's different from Black Friday
Cyber Monday exhibits its own unique traits outside of Black Friday, starting with the fact that it's outpacing the 'main' shopping holiday in terms of savings.