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4 Worst Reasons to Buy a House

You should buy a home because you want to — not because these myths make you believe it's a good idea.

Make sure to add these important financial dates to your 2018 calendar. Your money may depend on it!

If your retirement plans involve spending your golden years abroad, you should know how to take your Social Security benefits with you.

Picking the right retirement account can be a little tricky. Here's a break down of the best plans to help you save money for your future.

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.

A new year is a fresh start for your finances. Make these small money moves now, and you'll end 2018 richer than you started it.

Retirement is tough on our money. But with proper planning, many money struggles won't come as a surprise.

Do you obsessively hover over your investments? If you don't give them space, they'll never grow into the responsible returns you need.

Want to start 2018 off on the right financial foot? Start hitting the new 401(k) contribution limit.

You struck gold — you're rich! Just how rich exactly? You may be unpleasantly surprised.

There's a lot more life in the way when you return to school as an adult. Here's a crash course in making it work.

You depend on your financial adviser for guidance on life's money matters. But they may not always consider the big picture.

We all make mistakes. These budget blunders are easy to correct with a few simple adjustments.

Some life regrets are hard to avoid. When it comes to retirement, however, smart planning is your key to smooth sailing.

Working for yourself is rewarding. Make these moves in your first year of business, and you'll be set for success.

Your employer is offering you company stock. Is it a good idea to pad your portfolio with it?

When your latest financial emergency is that you can't afford an emergency, it's time to start building that safety net — quickly!

You may be leaving the States for a while, but there's one element of American life you should never leave behind: your credit score.

In between caring for your parents and your kids, you need to care for yourself, too — especially your financial future self.