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  • Liability Doesn't Leave the House: What Parents Can Do

    Published September 21, 2012

    Parents tend to list a college-age child as away at school on their insurance policies or co-sign their credit cards but if something goes awry, parents are on the hook and could put their hard-earned nest egg at risk.

  • Talk to Students About Money Now

    Published September 20, 2012

    Since most colleges don’t offer personal finance classes, experts recommend parents have regular conversations about managing a budget and unleashing more financial freedom each year to prepare a child for the real world. 

  • What Older Workers Should Consider Before Heading Back to School

    Published September 17, 2012

    Adult workers are increasingly considering going back to school to improve their skill set or increase their job prospects. Here’s how to determine if heading back to campus makes financial sense.

  • Questions to Ask Before Dipping Into Your 401(k) Early

    Published September 11, 2012

    For those desperate for cash, experts say there are certain circumstances that it makes sense to dip into retirement funds early. 

  • From Two Incomes, to One: How to Make Ends Meet

    Published September 04, 2012

    The shift to a smaller income stream tends to occur suddenly, and experts advise families adjust budgets and spending habits just as quickly to retain control of the financial household.

  • How to Get the Cheapest Price on Airfare

    Published August 30, 2012

    From the time and day you book, to your final destination here are industry secrets on how to get the cheapest price for your next airfare ticket.

  • How to Launch an Encore Career

    Published August 28, 2012

    Whether it’s because you need the income or miss the daily work challenge, starting a second career in your retirement years can be the chance to pursue a dream or something new.

  • How Parents Can Budget for Baby

    Published August 17, 2012

    A new baby can cost almost $10,000 during the first year, and if parents don't plan and execute a budget correctly, they can wind up in massive debt. 

  • Office Gossip: What to Do When You are the Subject

    Published August 16, 2012

    No matter the culture or employees’ happiness levels, every office has gossip. Non-work related talk at work can damage your career but, if you’re smart, it can also help.

  • Applying for a Mortgage: What Lenders Can and Can’t Ask

    Published August 14, 2012

    Lenders have imposed more stringent underwriting guidelines and now require more information to make an informed lending decision. While the process can seem invasive, many experts pin the housing collapse to consumers borrowing too much against their home and lenders granting loans homeowners couldn’t afford.