Lifestyle and Budget

It's amazing to me that the closest we can get to fiscal prudence is to prudently conclude maybe if we keep geezers going on the job, we'll put off the financial Armageddon for us.

Last month’s budget deal hit military retirees with 20 years of service or more in a very real and controversial way by trimming their cost-of-living adjustments.

Gay and lesbian individuals are less prepared financially for retirement than their straight counterparts, according to an exclusive analysis by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.

The specific daily activities that are covered under long term care, like bathing, dressing and eating, might become difficult as the result of a chronic illness, injury or simply the aging process. Here are options to consider.

It’s a statistic nobody wants to face: about 70% of women today will outlive the men in their lives. Will you be prepared financially? Here is advice.

When one spouse controls the other's life insurance, it may be time to stage a coup.

Many of us hold on to an idyllic vision of our golden years, imagining we'll be in good health and living self-sufficiently in our own home.

Getting financial advice from your neighbor on a 7702 plan? Better to ask around about it.

Talking about finances isn’t the most romantic of conversations to have, but individuals need to understand the financial and legal implications marriage will have on their estate and retirement planning.

Take old policy paperwork to the insurance company and maybe "Antiques Roadshow."

Dave Says: The percentage of your income dedicated to housing shouldn't top this number, and how many life insurance policies do you need?  

Dave Says: Whether you picking out an insurance policy or a bottle of wine, your budget always plays a role.

Life insurance often stops at prison walls, unless it's an A-list inmate like Martha Stewart.

You shouldn't skimp on umbrella insurance, which protects when liability comes raining down.

Whether you’re about to walk down the aisle, expanding your family or about to leave the workforce, protecting your assets with right amount of insurance coverage is key.

Rising prices and a dearth of homes for sale in many markets have made it harder for many looking to buy their first home.

According to Fidelity Investments, the average 401(k) hit $91,000 last year – that’s 30% more than in 2011! If you haven’t already, you need to get in on this.

Starting to save for retirement in your 20s is a wise choice. Here are some ways to begin.

The money is likely in an unclaimed property account. Here's how to go about finding it.

There's an iron wall between your credit card and IRA accounts.