Lifestyle and Budget

Breaking up with your Financial Advisor

An advisor can help you reach your financial goals, but the relationship evolves over time and there isn’t always a favorable outcome. Therefore, sometimes the best way to protect your assets is by finding another advisor.

“Better Money Habits”: BofA Guides U.S. Military Members

Developed in partnership with a non-profit, BetterMoneyHabits.com is a part of Bank of America’s comprehensive, enterprise-wide effort to support servicemembers that includes hiring, employee support, volunteerism and philanthropy.

Save or Pay Off Debt? How to Make the Tough Choice

Should you get to work putting your hard-earned cash aside for the future? Or should you repay some of the money you already owe? Does one need to go before the other? How do you choose which is the priority?

Sen. Elizabeth Warren & Rep. Steve Cohen: It’s Time to Stop Employer Credit Checks

Bad credit can happen for a lot of reasons, but today many people have bad credit through no fault of their own. Illness, job loss, divorce or the death of a loved one can plunge a family into unexpected hard times. In difficult circumstances like these, a drop in income or taking on more debt can badly damage a credit report—even for a person who continues to make every payment on time.

Can You Afford to Quit Your Job?

Thinking about leaving your job? The decision can be both scary and liberating, but if you are ready to follow through, it’s important to make sure the process is thought out.