Following the learnings of the FIRE Movement can help you reach financial independence even earlier than you think

Can you pay off your credit card bill in full and still be charged interest? Yes – depending on the timing of your payment

If you have credit card debt, you’re probably worried about getting it paid off. However, if you’re like many Americans, while your intentions are good, you just can’t seem to get a handle on your finances. Most Americans carry a significant amount of credit card debt. The average balance on credit cards held by a consumer is $6,348.00, according to Experian. While Americans are finding themselves in better shape financially than they have been in the last decad...

Employees aren't being properly supported, and employers are leaving valuable dollars on the table

Did you have a happy New Year? We certainly hope so. Now it's time to get back to regular routines and take care of January chores, including gathering your tax information

Is it tax time already? You may not want to admit it, but tax time starts well before the filing deadline

It will weed out potential jerks from being hired

What do you do with debts that have unfavorable interest rates or difficult payment terms? If you can, consolidate them into one debt stream with more favorable terms

But don't fall for "shiny objects." It's all about execution

According to the latest Household Debt and Credit Report from the New York Federal Reserve, America's total household debt has surpassed $13.5 trillion. Do you sometimes feel like $13 trillion of that debt is yours?

Here is a reminder of changes affecting your tax returns for the 2018 tax year

Take a little time to do this goal-setting exercise with someone you trust. It can make all the difference this year

Your Christmas gift from the Federal Reserve is here. Surprise! It's another 0.25% hike in the Federal Funds rate

Multiple employment plans allow businesses in completely unrelated industries to pool their resources under the same retirement plan umbrella

Rewards cards can provide great benefits – but they can also tempt you to overspend. When that happens, you're more likely to carry a balance and wipe out your rewards with interest charges

Times aren't great in the mortgage refinancing market

You've just become eligible for Social Security benefits. Are you going to apply for them now, wait until your full retirement age, or delay benefits as long as you possibly can?

Take a deep breath and start your path to redemption using these five tips

Many people are reconsidering their budget to prevent holiday overspending over the next few months. If you are one of these people, good for you – but why stop there?

America has been enjoying historically low interest rates for years – but those days are coming to an end

In 2019, changes to Medicare may improve the healthcare options and flexibility for beneficiaries

You're determined to make 2019 the year you raise your credit score. Why not get off to a good start with these five New Year's resolutions to send your credit score in the right direction?