Lifestyle and Budget

The Social Security Administration announced Friday it has finalized its rules about benefits and obligations to same-sex married couples. 

Newlyweds must balance desires and demands for their money, including debt.

Forget flower arrangements, meal options and color schemes, this is the big conversation couples planning a wedding need to have. 

Married women consider financial responsibility sexier than men do, according to a new poll.

When it comes to dividing assets in a divorce--the ring can be tricky. 

For couples planning their dream wedding--here are hidden costs that often break the budget.

When a spouse goes to jail, his Social Security benefits are also locked down.

Here's what to do when your ex-wife can't refinance the mortgage even after the divorce.

My ex-wife borrowed money to pay my car loan. Can she force me to repay her loan?

Divorce in bankruptcy is tough, but it may allow you to lower debt payments.

With a little credit savvy, juggling the big numbers on your wedding balance sheet can leave you with a boost to your credit score that may come in handy in the future.

A divorce at any age can be devastating, but when people are nearing retirement or haven’t been in the work force for decades, the split often leads to financial insecurity.

It's a tricky and dangerous procedure, but it's possible: The spouse with good credit can absorb the bad-credit person's debt by balance transfer.

You want to have a beautiful wedding, but you also need to stick to a wedding budget. Is there a way to do both?

Many couples argue over money, but what if your spouse takes away your credit cards or demands you turn over your paycheck? Watch out: you might be married to a financial bully.

Here’s a look at four signs it may be time to hand over the family money-managing reigns or, at the very least, relinquish some control.

While you’re looking for love, others on dating sites are looking for something else: that piece of information that will enable them to wreak havoc with your financial life.

The end of a relationship isn't necessarily the end of shared financial responsibilities. Here's what to know about your credit after divorce.

Gifts of chocolates and roses will always have a romantic appeal, but taking care of your finances can help to solidify your relationship and financial future. After all, that those who budget, stay together.

You're never really free of an ex-spouse as long as you have credit card and other debt together. When one stops paying, what recourse do you have?