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Kiplinger.com contributing editor and NFL linebacker Brandon Copeland has Valentine's Day (and beyond) advice for couples who want to improve their fi…

If you are worried that your executive compensation may not meet your expectations in 2021, it’s best to prepare for the worst now. Here’s how.

If one partner takes a less conservative approach to money, it can wreak havoc on a marriage. But the problem can be addressed by agreeing on bigger f…

Homeowners associations hire contractors for upkeep all the time, but what happens when an HOA’s contractor, such as a pest control worker, damages a …

Grad students can lighten their financial loads by targeting specific opportunities as they complete their studies. Here are four places to start look…

Despite questionable support, House Democrats still plan to include a $15 minimum wage provision in the budget reconciliation bill.

Working remotely? You may want to check out these places that'll pay you to move there.

There were a lot of tax changes for the 2020 tax year. Get familiar with them now – before you file your 2020 tax return.

Even President Biden doesn't think his proposed minimum wage increase will reach the finish line.

The expenses and tax complications that come with hiring a nanny were reason enough for me to take my son to day care instead.

Retirees wanting to take a cruise should plan for additional safety measures, such as temperature checks and wearing a mask in public areas.

Applying for college financial aid will soon get easier, but some single parents and those with multiple kids in college may not be happy about other …

Restrictions put in place to protect your stimulus check from garnishment don't apply to "recovery rebate" tax credits.

With President Joe Biden in the White House and a narrow Democratic majority in the Senate and House of Representatives, Democrats have a clearer path…

Scammers were busy last year filing bogus unemployment benefit claims using stolen personal information. Here's what the IRS has to say about taxes fo…

Before you get barking mad and take your fight to court, think about the consequences. Talking it out is almost always the better route, advises an an…

Some major card issuers are giving referral bonuses to eligible cardholders.

Katrina and COVID haven’t deterred the owner of a used bookstore from catering to his clientele.

Policies enacted by the airlines in 2020 may change air travel for the long haul.

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Managing your financial wellness isn't just about how you save or spend money ... it's about fostering a healthy mental relationship with money.

As part of his $1.9 trillion economic stimulus package, President Biden proposed an increase in the federal minimum wage.

On his first day as president, Joe Biden continued the suspension of student loan payments until October.

Starting with the FAFSA available for filing in October 2022, the number of questions will be reduced from 108 to 36.

Seeking protection from creditors can provide a lifeline, but there are plenty of trade-offs.

President Biden's "American Rescue Plan" includes several proposals to assist people financially harmed by the pandemic.