Lifestyle and Budget

Are you 100% sure you are going to have a great retirement or do you have some doubts? If you are like most Americans, you probably have some doubts.

Starbucks is preparing to have the busiest day in its history for gift card purchases on Dec. 19 as last-minute shoppers top off their Christmas lists.

Dave Says: When it comes to paying off debt do you sacrifice your 401(k) contributions and savings to climb into the black? 

If you're totally stuck on what to buy this year, this list is the perfect place to start.

Debt collectors often get a bad rap, but should they?

Don't get stuck telling your Secret Secret that the gift is "in the mail." Here's a breakdown of when you need to place your order to get it under the tree in time.

Many consumers feel less-than-merry about holiday shopping.

When families gather together there’s bound to be a financial question or two that might not be appropriate to ask. Here's how to handle the situation without starting a family feud. 

Don't let psychological tricks cause you to overspend. Learn how to resist retailers' favorite tactics.

If you have a written verification of a settlement agreement, a collector's new demands you pay an old debt should go away.

If you want to save a little money while using credit cards at the holidays, card issuers have some deals for you

Three major forces that erode wealth: taxes, inflation and overspending. Learn how the rich thwart them.

Cash left over at the end of the month? You'd be wise to pay down credit card debt.

To help make the holiday tipping season less awkward, here’s your cheat sheet on who should get how much.

The rich are different because many excel at turning their income into wealth.

The gap is growing fastest among Americans who should be on the fast track.

The uncertainty stemming from the nation's capital could throw cold water on consumers' holiday cheer.

Everyone likes a gift card--especially a free one.

Using your credit card to draw cash at an ATM or writing one of those handy checks that comes in your monthly statement can cost you plenty.

December is a month when you almost can't avoid shopping. But that doesn't mean you have to overpay.