Household Finance

It’s about confidence (or lack thereof).

The best rewards card is one you’ll use.

Family lending—the right way.

“The talk:” awkward, but worth having.

How long do you want to keep it?

Commence budgeting sequence.

What happens when you sell an asset?

Make the world a better place and (maybe) get a tax break.

It’s academic.

Never too early to start.

Learn about networks vs. issuers.

Credit tips, tricks, and potential pitfalls.

Prioritize your highest APR.

Set up your own charitable “foundation.”

Most people can give without being taxed.

How to grab your share of financial aid.

Which loans should you get?

You might get one, or both, types.

It could solve some problems but create others.

It’s a big step. You ready?

Got a gig on the side?

A little here, a little there, and it really adds up.

Some types of debt are better than others.

Stretch your medical spending dollars.

Two ways to tap home equity.

Reduce the need for student loans.

Principal, interest, escrow, and more.

What you earn and what you pay.

In a word: Start saving soon.

Consider these four money moves.

Swipe, pay off, repeat.

Get guaranteed student income.

Good credit has its perks.

Here’s a glossary for you.

Nail down the numbers.

Steady saving, smart spending, generous giving.

You have choices.

You thought choosing paint would be hard.

Pell Grants and more.

This PLUS has its minuses.

Spelling out the alphabet soup of health-care plans.

But you can defend yourself.

Why an early start can help you achieve more.

Is your debt backed by collateral?

Declutter, beautify, update as needed.

A cushion if you fall.

You can do this.

 The math changed in 2018.

Planting roots or rolling stone?

Do you know your residency rules?

Be sensible, not emotional.

You can borrow to pay for your education, but there are limits.

There are several safety nets to consider.

Top line, bottom line, leveling line.

Three questions to ask yourself.

Focus on income-driven repayment plans.

The math remains the same.

Wallets open or closed?

Swipe, tap, or insert—and then pay.

Term versus permanent (plus plenty of subtypes).

The three ways you make money.

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

It’s a great starting point.

Children, college kids, EVs, and more.

Your guide to credit scores.

Tax-advantaged savings for your health care expenses.

Understand your expected family contribution.

There’s always a catch.

Be sure to do your homework.

You could think of it as income insurance.

 It’s hard to function financially without a bank.

Wading through the terms and terminology.

Cutting through the tax rate jargon.

These declines affect everyone.

Here’s how to read a pay stub.

It’s not just free time.

There’s a first time for everything.

Don’t get trapped in debt.

The budget you’ll actually stick to.

Potential paths to a clean slate.