The cost of a college education could quickly empty out your pockets. It’s probably the most expensive purchase you’ll make besides a home. Who wouldn’t want a break on tuition? The good news is you can lighten your financial load by taking advantage of tax incentives that are...

You’ve probably talked to your teens about money management numerous times. And you’ve probably felt they just didn’t get it. Well, a new study shows the Great Recession turned out to be teens’ most effective teacher. Charles Schwab recently conducted its 2011 Teens and Money survey....

You met a new love and you think this could be it. This could be forever. As slow jams start playing in your head and a daydream begins, you’re awakened by the stark reality: It’s time to have the talk—the money talk. Whether you’re engaged, in a long-term relationship, or just...

As a result of the shaky economy, an increasing number of adults who were once independent are moving back home with their parents due to financial hardship. This phenomenon has earned these adults the title “boomerang kids,” or “boomerangers.” If you’re wondering whether you’ll...

If you’re experiencing financial difficulty, student loan payments can feel like a weight on your chest. Thankfully, there might be help on the way.  In response to the squeeze the ailing economy has put on the middle class, President Obama announced initiatives to help alleviate the pain....

If you’ve always wanted to start investing, but you’ve been afraid of losing money, get over it. And if you’re clueless about basic budgeting, stop making excuses and learn how to track your cash.  It’s time to jump in there and make your money work for you.  At a time when the...