Lifestyle and Budget

Using cash all the time can limit overspending, but there are some downsides to the payment method. 

On average, women earn less than men for the same job and performance level. But that doesn't mean they aren't asking for a bigger salary. 

If there's enough money to make a big dent in your card debt but not enough to pay it off, you have choices to make, and the right one depends on your goals.

It is time to plan summer vacations. Here's how to not blow your budget.

Say you get a windfall. You want to use it to pay off debt; your spouse wants to use it to buy something. Should you ask your spouse to stop spending money?

Buying a product protection plan is not always wise. Find out when it makes sense to buy.

Spring is at our doorstep, and even if you're planning to stay glued to the couch for all of March Madness, you'll also likely be doing a bit of spring shopping. 

There's little doubt that Americans with higher credit scores get better deals on core consumer items like mortgage and auto loans, credit cards, and even auto insurance. So why do so many U.S. consumers know so little about their credit scores?

Banks often use sign-up bonuses as a way to get new customers to apply for one of their cards. But, how does one go about earning the bonus?

Small banks and credit unions have extended the Christmas Club tradition to encourage savings for both good times and bad.

Dave Says: Are check-cashing companies a better deal than payday loan services? And how parents can help young kids form and keep a budget.

After a very long--and cold--winter, spring is almost here, and it's time to get your financial house in order.

Financial therapy blends psychology and money skills, but it's not going to solve your cash-flow issues or create a savings plan. It may, however, uncover your deep-seated money issues that can make you a better money manager. 

Investors in emerging markets equities have had a rough ride for more than a year. So is it time to walk away or double down?

Bankrate counts six ways Fed policy makes retirees miserable. Hint: Savings are stagnating.

We all make mistakes, especially when it comes to money management. But the key is learning from other's errors.

Most airport lounges are open only to first or business-class fliers, elite members of frequent-flier programs, or to those willing to pay up to $70 for a day pass. But there's another way in: having the right credit card in your wallet.

Cash is king? Not so fast. These alternatives deal better with loss or theft.

No matter where you live, chances are good that almost everyone you know owes money to someone. But you don't have to fall into that category. 

If you’ve been a victim of identity theft or want to prevent yourself from becoming one, you might be considering putting a security freeze on your credit file.