Investing

If you like curling up with a good book, you might as well grab one that’ll make you richer. Start with one or more of the titles from our list of... Read more

When saving for your child’s college education, one of the biggest challenges is deciding between a 529 prepaid tuition plan and a traditional 529... Read more

Many parents want to start saving for future educational expenses for their kids as soon as possible. One popular way to do so is through a 529 plan,... Read more

You may have been taught to pay off debt before you invest. But if you’re wondering, “Should I pay off student loans or invest my money?”... Read more

Originally published April 28, 2017. I started my get-out-of-debt journey five years ago, owing almost $50,000. At several points, I had to decide... Read more

Staring down the barrel of a loaded student loan balance, month after month, can be stressful. You’ve probably wished it would all just go... Read more

For many parents, investing in their child’s education is a priority. But as the cost of college has skyrocketed in three decades — doubling... Read more

Does who’s in charge impact your finances? It’s common for us to believe that the president of the United States — whoever that is — has a... Read more

Note: This story has been updated since its original publish date of August 21, 2017. $995 million. Winning the Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots... Read more

If you’re a parent, it might be hard to think about the future between cereal spills and crayon masterpieces on the wall. But the cost of college... Read more

I’ve wanted to buy an investment property for a while. It seems like anyone who has money in retirement also had the foresight to buy real... Read more

Although I had to pay for my own college education, I avoided student loans for the most part by choosing an inexpensive school, working full time,... Read more