How to know if you’re prepared for early retirement
Retiring early is possible – if you get these four things right.
Nearly half of Americans willing to take on discretionary debt this year, study shows
CreditCards.com industry analyst Ted Rossman details a study that shows 44% of Americans are willing to take on discretionary debt to spend on goods and services in the second half of 2021.
Credit card debt could rise with spending spike later this year: Analyst
CreditCards.com industry analyst Ted Rossman argues Americans could see increased credit card debt with an expect spending spike in second half of 2021.
4 must-knows before claiming Social Security
Before you take Social Security, make sure you can answer these questions.
Homebuyers looking for a down payment shouldn't dip into these accounts
More lenders require a 20% down payment to qualify for the best mortgage rates. Using these money accounts to buy a home can cause unexpected financial stress.
How to retire with $3M on a $70,000 salary
Get a few key things right and let time do the work.
Why you should open a high-yield savings account -- and follow these tips to help pay off debt
Putting some of your leftover cash in a high-yield savings account can provide a buffer against unexpected emergencies and help you pay off existing debt.
No 401(k)? Save for retirement in 1 of these accounts, instead
You don't need a 401(k) to sock funds away for the future. Here are some different options to explore if your employer doesn't make a retirement savings plan available to you.
Should you put your stimulus check in a high-yield savings account?
If you can cover all of your basic needs, such as groceries and rent, use the $1,400 stimulus check to start or increase an emergency fund by depositing the funds in a high-yield savings account.
White House plans to narrow racial wealth gap
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, D-Mo., discusses the racial wealth gap as Biden marks the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa Massacre.
How to pay for summer travel with airfare costs on the rise
Prices for domestic plane tickets are expected to increase 16% this summer, so it's more important than ever to be mindful when financing your next vacation.
Read this before you write off Social Security for your retirement
Many of today's workers think Social Security will be gone by the time they exit the labor force. Here's what you need to know if you're one of them.
Saving up for a down payment on a home? Put your money in this account
Every penny counts when you’re saving for a down payment on a home. Maximize your earnings with a high-yield savings account.
4 ways to grow $100,000 into $1M for retirement savings
There are several ways to turn a little cash into a much bigger stash, but one approach is a smarter choice than the others for the average person.
Pay off debt this Memorial Day with these tips
Are your finances ready for the next half of the year?
3 strategies to realistically delay Social Security
Don't let your need for money control your decision to take Social Security.
Why 65 may be the most convenient age to claim Social Security
You have plenty of choices when it comes to taking benefits. Here's why you may want to land on age 65.
Claiming Social Security at 62? You may need to rethink that.
You might assume that filing for benefits as early as possible makes sense. But here's why that line of thinking could backfire on you.
How often should you shop for a new savings account?
Searching for a new savings account regularly can help you maximize your earnings and reach your financial goals sooner.
How to tell it’s time to close your savings account and open a new one
Thinking about closing your savings account? Here are a few good reasons to close your current account and open a new one.