Savings

Social Security is facing serious financial challenges that have only been exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic. That means it's wise to take action now, and you can start with this one benefit-boosting strategy.

Here is how much Americans have spent on doomsday prepping, according to a Finder survey.

It might be a good idea to attach a few strings to any cash.

Depending on the shape of the economic recovery, the program's trust fund could run dry even sooner.

Don't obsess about the stock market. Focus on the money choices you can control today.

When surveyed last year, people cited an average net worth of $2.3 million as the point at which they'd consider themselves "rich," per the folks at Schwab. That's just an average, though; plenty of people would feel rather rich with a lot less.

Americans spent more on essential goods and home entertainment and spent less on travel and eating out, according to a new survey.

If taxpayers don't provide their direct deposit information by noon on May 13, they'll have to wait to receive their payment by mail.

Many Americans were severely underfunded for retirement well before COVID-19 existed. Now, in the face of rising unemployment and market turbulence, the outlook is even bleaker. Is it even possible to save for retirement while on unemployment?

While surveys have consistently shown that stimulus money recipients plan to use their payouts to pay for necessities, $1,200 and $2,400 stimulus payouts are a start, not an end-all panacea to this historic mess.

This is an unusual and unprecedented time for many individuals.

A recent federal relief package makes it easier for people financially harmed by the coronavirus outbreak to tap into their retirement savings. But should they use them?

This is particularly a problem for low-wage workers, including those who have borne the initial brunt of measures to stem the spread of infection, which closed stores, arenas, restaurants and hotels.

With finances strained by the coronavirus pandemic, making smart money decisions is crucial.

More businesses have stopped using banknotes due to the fear physical currency could spread coronavirus.