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From expert advice on investments and budgeting to discussions about economic trends and retirement planning, these articles aim to equip readers with the knowledge they need to manage their personal finances, make informed monetary decisions, and otherwise navigate the complexities of the financial world. Whether readying savings for the future or maneuvering day-to-day costs, the insightful advice equips readers to take control of their fiscal picture and achieve economic stability.

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Booking Flights Online
Money Savers

Booking Flights Online

Corey Sandler | February 12, 2018

Corey Sandler, consumer expert, discusses ways that consumers can expedite the process and come away with the best ticket for the least amount of money.

How to Convert Your Loose Change into a Silver Treasure Chest
The Money Connoisseur

How to Convert Your Loose Change into a Silver Treasure Chest

Scott A. Travers | January 25, 2018

U.S. dimes, quarters, half dollars and dollar coins from certain mint dates are worth much more than face value.

You May Have These Rare Coins and Valuable Pennies in Your Pocket!
Money Savers

You May Have These Rare Coins and Valuable Pennies in Your Pocket!

Scott A. Travers | January 12, 2018

You may have a coin in your pocket—just a piece of ordinary change—that is worth hundreds or even thousands…

5 Stock-Picking Secrets from Legendary Fund Manager Joel Tillinghast
Stocks

5 Stock-Picking Secrets from Legendary Fund Manager Joel Tillinghast

Joel ­Tillinghast, CFA | November 6, 2017

Legendary manager Joel Tillinghast of the Fidelity Low-Priced Stock Fund shares five stock-picking secrets that can benefit small investors.

You Can Spend More Than You Think in Retirement
Retirement Planning

You Can Spend More Than You Think in Retirement

Meir Statman, PhD | October 20, 2017

Retirees often are warned not to overspend. But some retirees have the opposite problem—they underspend.

Beware of these Coin-Collecting Scams!

Beware of these Coin-Collecting Scams!

Scott A. Travers | October 17, 2017

In this video, Scott Travers, gold and rare coin expert and author, discusses coin-collecting scams and what to be aware of when purchasing from a dealer.

Ask the Right Questions When You Leave a Job

Ask the Right Questions When You Leave a Job

Alan Sklover, Esq. | July 13, 2017

Employers often conduct exit interviews with employees who are leaving. They ask the soon-to-be-former employees their opinions about the workplace,…

“Free” Isn’t Always Free

“Free” Isn’t Always Free

Clark Howard | June 28, 2017

Some things marketed as “free” are not free at all—fees are hidden in the small print. Freebies that carry a…

9 Tricky Terms: Deciphering Social Security Language
Social Security

9 Tricky Terms: Deciphering Social Security Language

Laurence J. Kotlikoff, PhD | June 25, 2017

Part of what makes the Social Security system so tricky is the language used to explain it. Here’s how to understand Social Security language.

How to Keep Financial Information Safer on Your Phone

How to Keep Financial Information Safer on Your Phone

Eva Velasquez | June 15, 2017

More and more of your financial life happens right on your smartphone—and not just buying stuff on Amazon and elsewhere.…

Answers to Tricky Questions about Health Savings Accounts

Answers to Tricky Questions about Health Savings Accounts

Roy J. ­Ramthun | April 24, 2017

A little-noticed portion of the failed health-care bill introduced by House Republicans in March would have dramatically expanded the benefits of…

Best Funds from Vanguard, Fidelity and T. Rowe Price
Investing

Best Funds from Vanguard, Fidelity and T. Rowe Price

April 3, 2017

As an investor, you can create a mutual fund portfolio that includes offerings from a vast array of fund firms.…

Bank Inactivity Fees More Common Than You Think
Banking

Bank Inactivity Fees More Common Than You Think

Ken Tumin | March 15, 2017

Does it seem like your bank charges fees for everything these days? It might be worse than you think—some banks…

Job Hunting Over 50?

Job Hunting Over 50?

Nancy Collamer | March 6, 2017

Conventional wisdom says that it’s hard to find a good job after age 50. Employers are said to consider older…

Six Top Defensive Funds to Protect Your Portfolio
Mutual Funds & ETFs

Six Top Defensive Funds to Protect Your Portfolio

Todd Rosenbluth | October 10, 2016

No matter how buoyant the stock market has been through much of this year, many investors have continued to worry…