personal finance

Act now to avoid the worst blows that still could hit the economy and your personal and business financial life.

How to stay disciplined and keep your eyes on the big picture.

Consider these smart strategies to eliminate or reduce what you owe.

Higher prices are tough on retirees, but there are a few ways to protect your nest egg from “shrinkflation” during these trying times.

Amazon.com locks down two days in July for Amazon Prime Day 2022.

Research potential employers, and don’t wear pajama bottoms for Zoom interviews.

None of us is immune to adversity, but when life takes unexpected turns, a financial plan helps keep you on track. And a good plan must cover these th…

While brutal pump prices are dominating the headlines, consumers also are absorbing rapidly escalating utility bills.

HSAs are a super tax-advantaged way to save for health care expenses if you have a high-deductible health plan. So what are you waiting for?

Used cars are worth more than ever before. The CFPB warns the hot market may tempt lenders to seize cars when they don’t have a legal right. What can …

The cost of a gallon of gas is at an all-time high. What’s driving the surge and will gas prices go down anytime soon?

Americans are facing a long list of tax changes for the 2022 tax year. Smart taxpayers will start planning for them now.

NFL linebacker and Kiplinger contributing editor Brandon Copeland discusses the ins and outs of homeowners insurance.

The Johnny Depp-Amber Heard defamation case may be over, for now, but if you want to file a suit to protect your own reputation, think twice. Here’s w…

You might be feeling pain at the pump, but it could be worse; gas is a lot more expensive in some other countries.

As my husband and I learned recently, expanding your family from one to two kids comes with a number of financial aspects to plan for.

Get over your discomfort, because even though talking about finances can be awkward, it’s worth it in so many ways.

You may be surprised at how easy it is to make an expensive mistake with your beneficiary designations. Here's how to help avoid the five most common …

Investing in cryptocurrencies has gotten a new segment of folks interested in finances. But why stop there? It’s a great opportunity for them to get a…

Many of warehouse club Costco's store-branded Kirkland Signature items get high marks for quality and value. Check out our picks.

Americans haven't felt this much pain at the pump in well more than a decade, but by one measure, gas prices still haven't topped 2008's highs.

The Department of Education revamped the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program started under the Bush administration. Here's how to see if you quali…

Here’s what Millennials’ retirement dreams look like … and how they can get there.

With a lot of recession talk out there, we might just talk ourselves into one. We take that risk with Jim Patterson of The Kiplinger Letter. Also, dol…

One way to increase your chances of earning a good living is to pick a college major that prepares you to work in a field that pays well. Here are som…

Many Americans expect to change jobs in the coming year, which could have significant effects on their retirement planning. Before writing your own re…