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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.
6 tips to manage student loan debt
a job in a slow-growing economy is daunting enough without new financial obligations. Read more »
Americans spending 50 percent more on charitable donations than in 2009
A recent survey by Mint.com shows Americans are spending more on gifts and charity. Read more »
Mom's value in dollars dropped again, annual reckoning says
The annual Mother's Day reckoning that places mom's value in terms of real-world wages says her value has dropped for the third time, but it's still higher than most moms think, according to... Read more »
Balancing act: Survey says telecommuting threatens career growth
According to a March survey of more than 300 executives, 77 percent said their companies allowed telecommuting across job categories. However, 60 percent said they believed that working from home... Read more »
Are 401(k)s too risky to depend on for retirement?
In a nation with increasing retirement issues, investing in a 401(k) is becoming a greater gamble, according to Frontline. Read more »
Q&A with Helaine Olen, author of 'Pound Foolish'
In a conversation with the Deseret News, as in her recent book, "Pound Foolish," Helaine Olen wastes little time going after the likes of finance gurus Dave Ramsey and Suze Orman. Read more »
High school prom costs soar up to $1,139 this year
Average prom night costs rose 5 percent this year, according to an article by Time. Read more »
Family ties helped family-owned business survive the Great Recession
Family ties saved the Wittern Group during the Great Recession, according to an article by USA Today. Read more »
US Airways increases fees to change nonrefundable tickets
US Airways increased its fees for changing nonrefundable tickets from $150 to $200, following the example of United. Read more »
Protesters target Wells Fargo annual meeting
Some irate consumers took to the streets of downtown Salt Lake City to protest what they called discriminatory lending practices and unethical investments of one of the nation’s largest... Read more »
Is the slowly recovering economy the fault of college students?
Student loans may not be the culprit for the sluggish economic recovery, according to an article by The Atlantic. Read more »
Even with no late fees, credit card overdue payments are dangerous
Although they won’t be charged for it, paying a credit card payment late on a no late fees card can cost consumers in various other ways. Read more »
Balancing act: Do you think busyness is a virtue?
How often have you deflected a work assignment by claiming that you're just too busy to accept it? No one wants to hear how busy someone else is. But that doesn't stop us from wearing our busyness... Read more »
Kids learn the value of saving and spending money
Fourth-grade students at Guadalupe School in Salt Lake City Monday learned about the importance of financial responsibility on “National Teach Children to Save Day.” Read more »
Loving kids to debt: Older Americans in trouble for 'helping' children
Debt for older Americans is on the rise — in part because of overextending their finances to help their children. Read more »
Consumer group warns senior citizens of red flags when planning for retirement
Senior citizens can learn to avoid deceptive financial advice by watching for warning signs suggested by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Read more »
Free checklist of what every retirement portfolio needs available to print
A simple infographic of what to do to get finances ready for retirement is available as a free printout. Read more »
4 reasons renting may be a better option
Buying a home is considered a landmark in accomplishing the “American Dream,” but it’s not right for everyone. Read more »
Credit card landscape good for users this quarter
Intro rates have remained at a 0 percent average for more than 10 months. Read more »
Justin Bieber urges teenagers to learn to budget in video
Teenagers are urged to “have a talk with your family about money” by Justin Bieber in new advertisement videos for SpendSmart Payments Company. Read more »
Despite fees, prepaid debit cards are on the rise among consumers
More national banks are offering prepaid debit cards this year, according to a recent study by Bankrate. Read more »
Medicare increase could ding some in middle class
Due to the creeping effects of inflation, 20 million Medicare beneficiaries would end up paying higher "income related" premiums for their outpatient and prescription coverage over time. Read more »
Even 'lazy couponers' can save hundreds
Peter Anderson considers himself a "lazy couponer" but still saved $215 total for four shopping trips that cost $735 instead of $950. Read more »
Majority of American travelers throwing away money
Only 67 percent of Americans collect rewards miles for flying, and, of those, 73 percent don’t know how many they have, according to a recent survey. 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 »
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 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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Virginia woman has no regrets over role in bombing suspect burial
The Virginia woman whose actions led to Boston Marathon bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev being buried about 30 miles north of her Richmond home said the angry backlash from local officials, some... Read more »
Surveys say workers feeling more confident but not acting that way
While American workers are showing some signs of more confidence in the economy, there are lingering doubts that make them feel less optimistic about their jobs and economic future. Read more »
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