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6 Monthly Bills That Won't Affect Your Credit Score

It might seem like every little thing impacts your credit score, but these bills fly under the radar.

Just because you have been paying that fee doesn't mean you need to keep on paying it.

It's easy to make mistakes when signing up for Medicare. Here's how you can avoid the big ones.

By the time you reach retirement, you should know how to manage your money. Don't get hit with these financial fines!

Retirement savings can be complicated. Get ahead of the curve by brushing up on the basics.

You're being audited. Don't panic — these steps will help you navigate the process.

A financial emergency strikes, and your only resource is your 401(k). Before you take that money, there are few important things to understand.

Uncle Sam hasn't forgotten about your tax-deferred retirement accounts. When you turn 70½, he'll come knocking.

Missed the Open Enrollment deadline? Avoid a coverage gap by taking advantage of these other ways to sign up.

You can drive at 16 and vote at 18. Don't forget, though, that important age milestones come later in life, too.

Buying a new home is exciting, but before you sign your name on the dotted line, you need to ask — and answer — a few key questions about your loan.

No one is immune to financial blunders. If you miss a payment or bounce a check, don't worry — you can fix it.

The tax code is complex and even the pros make mistakes. And when they do? You're responsible for clean up.

It's no secret that college is costly, but stashing too much cash for your kid's education can be a not-so-great move for your financial security.

If you think owing money to the mob sounds scary, try owing money to the federal government.

For most retirement plans the penalty for early withdrawal can be hefty. Here's a surprising, if complex, alternative.

If you're overwhelmed with student loan debt, refinancing might be tempting. Before you make that call, make sure you understand the fine print.

Don't let runaway late payments wreak havoc on your credit score.

You need quick money, and money is exactly what you have sitting in a retirement account. Is it okay to borrow from it?

April will be here before you know it. Are you ready for these changes to the 2016 tax code?