Starting Out
Why You Need a Roth IRA
Why You Need a Roth IRA
With this indispensable savings tool, your money grows tax-free, you can invest in almost anything and you get several cool perks.
June 14, 2021
How to Refinance Your Student Debt
How to Refinance Your Student Debt
Consolidating student loans can reduce paperwork and lower your monthly bill.
February 20, 2019
Five Money Rules for Moving in Together
Five Money Rules for Moving in Together
Before you and your significant other make the leap to live together, take these steps to protect your finances just in case things don't work out.
January 29, 2018
A Beginning Investor's Best Friend
A Beginning Investor's Best Friend
Have you been putting off investing because you don't know where to start? Say hello to our pal the mutual fund. We show you all there is to love abou…
July 21, 2017
Easy Steps for First-Time Taxpayers
Easy Steps for First-Time Taxpayers
Whether it's your very first time or just your first time filing without Mom and Dad's help, we have the basics on filing your 2011 tax returns.
March 27, 2017
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How to Get Your First Credit Card
How to Get Your First Credit Card
Plus, how to use it wisely and earn the lowest interest rates.
December 19, 2016
How $5 and the Stash App Turned Me Into an Investor
How $5 and the Stash App Turned Me Into an Investor
Super-low minimums and smartphone accessibility make it easy for young investors to learn the ropes.
November 21, 2016
5 Smart Ways to Boost Profits at Your Lemonade Stand – or Any Small Business
5 Smart Ways to Boost Profits at Your Lemonade Stand – or Any Small Business
Make your lemonade stand stand out from the pack with these simple tips.
August 10, 2016
5 Things New College Grads Really Need to Know About Money
5 Things New College Grads Really Need to Know About Money
These tips from financial professionals can help you enter the real world on the right foot.
June 20, 2016
Should Young Adults Accept Financial Help From Their Parents?
Should Young Adults Accept Financial Help From Their Parents?
Sometimes it makes financial sense to remain tethered to your parents, but work on a plan to start breaking the financial bond.
February 16, 2016
6 Savings Tips for Millennials Who Want to Retire Rich
6 Savings Tips for Millennials Who Want to Retire Rich
Take advantage of the decades you have before retirement to establish good savings habits and benefit from the magic of compounding.
February 4, 2016
5 Hidden Costs That Surprise First-Time Home Buyers
5 Hidden Costs That Surprise First-Time Home Buyers
Make sure your budget is big enough to handle these unexpected expenses.
November 16, 2015
The 5 Big Steps to Buying Your First Home
The 5 Big Steps to Buying Your First Home
We told you how to prepare years ahead of your first home purchase. Now here is how to close the deal.
November 16, 2015
4 Smart Steps to Take Before Buying Your First Home
4 Smart Steps to Take Before Buying Your First Home
Here are four things you need to do years before you start house-hunting to prepare yourself financially for the biggest purchase of your life.
November 13, 2015
Ditch Your Car, Save a Fortune
Ditch Your Car, Save a Fortune
I've saved about $3,000 a year by going carless. Here's how you can do it, too.
November 13, 2015
5 Career Mistakes Millennials Make — and How to Avoid Them
5 Career Mistakes Millennials Make — and How to Avoid Them
Overcome the negative stereotypes about Generation Y — such as being narcissistic slackers — and get ahead in the workplace.
November 13, 2015
Before Moving In Together, Have a Money Talk
Before Moving In Together, Have a Money Talk
Considering living with your significant other? Make sure you’re both on the same page financially before signing on the dotted line.
November 13, 2015
Should You Buy or Rent Your Home?
Should You Buy or Rent Your Home?
Figuring out the answers to the four questions below will guide you to the right answer to the big question above.
November 13, 2015
Getting Your First Credit Card
Getting Your First Credit Card
Smart credit card usage can help build up your credit score and history, preparing you for bigger financial moves in the future.
November 13, 2015
5 Ways to Dress for Success on a Budget
5 Ways to Dress for Success on a Budget
Here's how to put together a work-appropriate wardrobe without spending a fortune.
November 13, 2015
5 Tips for Beginning Investors
5 Tips for Beginning Investors
Kiplinger's Personal Finance editor Janet Bodnar shares our best investing advice in a letter to her son -- and any twentysomething looking to get int…
October 30, 2015
Cost-of-Living Reality Check
Cost-of-Living Reality Check
Heading out into the real world? Don't walk blindly. We show you how much life's expenses typically cost to help you anticipate your finances and buil…
October 30, 2015
5 Choices for Changing Your Name After Marriage
5 Choices for Changing Your Name After Marriage
Since a lot's in a name, make your move wisely.
October 30, 2015
Learning to Live With Debt
Learning to Live With Debt
Debt may be a part of your budget for decades to come. Establish a plan for managing it wisely.
August 27, 2015
8 Reasons Roommates Fight About Money
8 Reasons Roommates Fight About Money
Live-in buddies are bound to face some financial tension, but you can keep the peace and a balanced household budget with a roommate agreement.
August 18, 2015
6 Common Money Mistakes Newlyweds Need to Avoid
6 Common Money Mistakes Newlyweds Need to Avoid
Get your marriage off on the right financial foot by talking openly with your new spouse and avoiding these financial faux pas.
July 2, 2015