Personal Finance

5 Simple Retirement Planning Tips

Even if retirement is years away, it’s never too early to start planning your dream retirement. Start with these 5 simple retirement planning tips.

How to Pay for College in 5 Steps

You not only have to prepare for college educationally, but also financially. Here's some pointers on how to pay for college.

Choosing Between Whole and Term Life Insurance

As you consider your life insurance options, you'll quickly find there are two choices -- term life insurance and whole life insurance. Here's what you need to know about each.

Understanding the Benefits of Renter’s Insurance

Renters need a policy to protect their belongings in the event of theft, fire or natural disaster. Enter renter's insurance.

Are Savings Bonds the Right Investment for You?

The yields on savings bonds are currently very low, but they are safe and have some tax advantages.

How a 529 Plan Makes College More Affordable

If you are saving money for a child’s college education, a 529 plan offers tremendous tax advantages.

Do I Need a Home Equity Line of Credit?

A home equity line of credit -- a kind of low-interest loan -- can be beneficial to you and your family you use it wisely.

How to Estimate Your Social Security Benefits

You can figure out what kind of income you can expect in retirement by using various calculators to determine your Social Security benefits.

What Is an Annuity?

As you've started planning for your retirement, you might have asked, "What is an annuity?" We have answers.

5 Home Business Ideas That Actually Work

Looking to get out of the office ... for good? Here are a few home business ideas for workers of all kinds of skill sets.

Is a Sears Credit Card Really Worth It?

Amid a litany of store credit cards, does the Sears credit card stand out? We look into the pros and cons of Sears' store-branded cards.

How to Buy a House

Our guide walks you through all the steps to consider when you buy a house, from financing and pre-approval to home inspections and closing.

Should I Rent or Buy a House?

Whether you decide to buy or rent, this guide will walk you through the process so you can decide how to make the important decision of what kind of home you'll decide to live.

How to Use Federal Student Aid and Grants for College

If college costs seem out of reach, applying for federal student aid can close the gap and make higher education affordable. Here are some tips about how to apply and how you can use the funds.

5 Tips on How to Save Money

Saving money doesn't have to mean the absolute end of any entertainment or social life. Here's how to save money a little bit here and a little bit there.