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New survey shows retirement savings full of unexpected bumps
A quarter of the people who participated in a new survey say unexpected family finances offset retirement funds.
According to multiple new studies, many homebuyers do not understand the terms of their mortgage.
People avoid awkward money moments, but there are a few things they could do to make them less embarrassing.
Wells Fargo renewed cyber attack shouldn't harm customers
Customers trying to access the Wells Fargo & Co website were blocked in what is suspected as another cyber attack. Read more »
Low-income families least likely to change spending habits from increased taxes
Despite the increased payroll taxes that came in with the new year, only 30 percent of Americans cut spending. Read more »
People can be deceptive about frozen foods
A new survey from Nestle shows people can be deceptive about frozen food. Read more »
Shifting from debt to prosperity
Rusty Jensen hit financial rock bottom just shy of his 23rd birthday, with more than $110,800 in non-mortgage debt. But in less than five years, he changed his financial future. His net worth went... Read more »
Students barter community service for tuition and groceries
Seventh-graders in Manhattan are helping to feed their families at a young age. Read more »
Utah unemployment decreases far below national average
The hope of employment is increasing in Utah, according to a release from the Utah Department of Workforce Services. Read more »
Graphic shows what your lifestyle will cost in 2040
If inflation grows at the rate it did the past 29 years, medical expenses will quadruple again by the time it's 2040. This graphic designed from Future Advisor shows projected costs in 2040 based... Read more »
Minimum wage workers can't afford their rent
The impact of rising rents has a disproportionate impact on lower-income families. Read more »
28 percent of Americans say they will never be able to retire
Retiring is a hope that 28 percent of Americans said they will never be able to afford. Read more »
Online investing a downfall for majority of Americans
The problem for Americans comes not because of investing, but lack of knowledge. Of those researched. Read more »
Credit unions much more likely to offer free checking accounts than banks
The chances of finding a free checking account are significantly greater at a credit union than a bank. Read more »
Balancing act: Youth performances teach stress management
About a month after I started my new job, I found myself standing outside of a conference room, waiting to give a presentation to my employer's executive committee. Fortunately, my experiences as a... Read more »
Is college getting too expensive for Americans?
As the amount of student debt in America has grown to nearly $1 trillion and the average cost of college tuition has dramatically increased, some experts say that the model of higher education is... Read more »
No more student loan debt at College of the Ozarks
Students at College of the Ozarks have been barred from accepting federal student loans since the 1990s. The school will cease certifying private student loans this fall. Students earn their... Read more »
Confidence in building a home drops again for the third month
Home builders are becoming less confident in new construction, according to the National Association of Home Builders. Read more »
Home-selling season strong as mortgage rates hit 7-month high
The 30-year fixed mortgage climbed to 3.85 percent this week, according to Bankrate's weekly national survey. Read more »
More mothers consider time better spent at full-time job
The attitudes of working moms towards full-time employment have changed over the past five years. Read more »
How to have a cheaper Easter
There is no need to go commercial for Easter, as there are ways to save money while having fun during the holiday. Read more »
Your household stuff might be out to get your happiness
In the 1990s, Graham Hill could be found in a giant house with the latest electronics, cars and appliances. Read more »
Impulse saving: Tax time can be best time to save for many
With large refunds coming, tax time is the best time for many families to set aside some money for savings. Read more »
Raising stakes: Relocating to save money can be like getting a raise in salary
Moving to a place with a lower cost of living can be like getting a raise in salary. Read more »
Preventing financial exploitation of seniors a difficult but necessary discussion
Talking to aging parents about how they might best protect themselves against financial exploitation, sometimes from other family members, takes a deft touch, advocates say. Read more »
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For mortgages, it's the best of times and worst of times
Joe Gross, self-professed 'National Mortgage Expert,' talks about the pros and cons of home mortgages in today's economy. Read more »
Is another housing bubble looming on the horizon?
The housing market may be on its way to another bubble, according to a new article that ran Thursday on Bloomberg.com. Read more »
New app helps consumers purchase products from companies that share their values
A new smartphone app called Buycott will help consumers determine whether the products they buy are owned by companies whose values align with their own. Read more »
Retirement may be bad for your health, new study suggests
According to a new study by the Institute of Economic Affairs, retiring may have a negative effect on one's health. Read more »
Home no loan: Should you pay off your mortgage early?
Paying off a home mortgage early has some advantages — and some dangers. Read more »
New tips to avoid identity theft
With the increasing problem of identity theft, the Consumer Federation of America has released a new set of tips to avoid being tricked by false organizations designed to steal personal... Read more »
Gold: Be cautious when getting caught in the rush
Yes, the debate about owning gold as an investment will likely always rage on. Just be careful not to make significant moves with your money based on emotion — and in this gold environment,... Read more »
Retirement savings full of unexpected bumps, survey says
Nearly a quarter of the people who participated in a new survey by Ameriprise Financial said that supporting adult children or grandchildren had disrupted their retirement savings. Read more »
Retirement money may not be there for most Americans
On average, people may have money in their retirement accounts, but the median shows that half of Americans are unprepared for retirement. Read more »
Cyprus may presell gas reserves to ease crisis
Cyprus may presell the country's offshore natural gas reserves to raise cash quickly and pull it out of its deep financial crisis, the country's finance minister said Thursday. Read more »
Has the gold rush come to an end?
When the price of gold plunged $200 last month, many people thought they caught the sound of the gold bubble popping. Read more »
6 ways to save money on your summer wedding
You don’t have to break the bank or go into debt to throw your perfect wedding. There are lots of wedding expenses that can be easily downsized, or avoided altogether. Read more »
Many homebuyers unaware of the terms of their mortgage
According to multiple new studies, many homebuyers do not understand the terms of their mortgage. Read more »
Handle awkward money moments with ease
People avoid awkward money moments, but there are a few things they could do to make them less embarrassing. Read more »
US consumer prices fall 0.4 pct. on cheaper gas
A plunge in the cost of gas drove down a measure of U.S. consumer prices last month by the most since December 2008. Excluding the drop in fuel costs, prices were largely unchanged. Read more »
Credit card use is down, but long-term debt is still growing fast
According to a recent report by The Vanguard Group, consumer credit increased only $8 billion in March, the smallest it’s been in eight months. Read more »
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