Category: Education

February 20, 2018
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Are you dreaming of an early retirement? You're definitely not alone. Who wouldn't want an opportunity to enjoy that flexibility at the earliest possible age? Of course, when we think about early retirement, we tend to picture those folks who...

February 15, 2018
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Yes, the IRS really, really loves you. If you earn $54,000 a year or less, or have disabilities or limited English language skills, you may be eligible for free in-person help to prepare your tax returns. You’re also eligible if...

February 8, 2018
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Free life insurance at work is a sweet deal. The employer pays for the coverage, and all you have to do is sign up during open enrollment for employee benefits. But a pitfall awaits: While accepting the perk is a...

January 30, 2018
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Everyone has their own definition of success, but there is one quantifiable measure that allows us to see how Americans define it: cold, hard cash. Visual Capitalist and Thermosoft analyzed data from 2,000 Americans in order to learn what "making...

January 10, 2018
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The word “probate” may be unfamiliar to you, but it is a very important concept in estate planning. Because almost everyone leaves an estate of some sort when they die, you should understand what probate is and learn to avoid it. Jiyao Xu | Investopedia

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December 21, 2017
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Republicans on Friday unveiled the final version of their tax bill, and it has new restrictions for some homeowners. Senate and House Republicans have reconciled their versions of tax legislation and the final plan shrinks some popular deductions. Lawmakers aim...

December 19, 2017
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The Republican tax bill would cut taxes for about 75 percent of filers in 2018. How would it affect you? This chart shows how the bill would affect 220,000 real households. Answer the questions below to find the ones like...

December 14, 2017
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Good news: There's still time to slash your tax burden, boost your retirement savings and get a head start on investing wisely in 2018 — all before Auld Lang Syne plays on New Year's Eve. Bad news: You'll need to...

December 5, 2017
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In some metro regions, the median price of a home is $900,000 or more! You'll need a very hefty income. Here are some strategies to help — and also some regions where buying a home is far easier. Most Americans...

November 28, 2017
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Cyber Monday and Black Friday might be over, but the real day to score super cheap flights is actually the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, according to flight prediction app Hopper. Analyzing flight pricing data for the last two years, Hopper found...

November 21, 2017
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The GOP is taking advantage of Americans’ fear of tax season to shift the tax burden down the income ladder. House Speaker Paul Ryan clears his desk with the sweep of his arm, illustrating all the clutter that would disappear...

November 21, 2017
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Almost 80 percent of Americans have heard of Bitcoin. Almost half of those are unsure if the digital coin is legal. A new survey offers some wisdom on whether you should convert your money into cryptocurrency. Last spring, a man...

November 14, 2017
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More than 75% of all Americans are breaking one key rule. Are you among the 65% of Americans being kept up at night by money worries? Managing your money can definitely be overwhelming, especially with so much conflicting advice out there....

November 8, 2017
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By the time you're ready to leave the working world for good, you may have quite a balance saved up in your 401(k). So, what exactly should you do with all that money to help guarantee a well-funded retirement? Here...

November 7, 2017
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If you're considering buying a home, even in the distant future, talking to a lender can be beneficial. Here are three major reasons why. If you’re a first-time home buyer, you might think you’re not ready to purchase a house....