Personal Finance Articles

Eager to save for retirement? Find out how to avoid overpayment penalties.

Use your financial knowledge to help people preserve their financial integrity after a failed marriage.

Most of these are illegal scams at worst and a waste of time at best. Here are five extreme credit repair techniques we do not recommend.

Discover some tips on how to spend your money in a way that balances emotional and financial health.

Climate, taxes and property values all play a part in selecting the best places to retire.

These world-changing events are rare and difficult to predict, but the implications for your investments need to be taken seriously.

At first glance, these just-for-fun items seem like complete money-sinks. Guess again!

It's good to find a credit card that fits your lifestyle, but read the fine print to make sure you're not overpaying for the benefits.

Knowing the tax deductions you're entitled to can make or break your bank account.

Find out how legislation enacted in 2003 is benefiting both investors and corporations, and when it's scheduled to expire.

Understanding how children are taxed is very important when it comes to saving for their college education.

No matter your plans, give them an energy efficient angle to help trim the baggage off your bills.

Companies are becoming increasingly creative with their benefits packages, in order to attract younger employees.

Prepaid tuition could save you thousands of dollars and unwanted stress. Find out where you can still find them.

So you've finally decided to start investing. But what should you put in your portfolio? Find out here.

Having trouble sorting through your prescription drug coverage options? We offer some solutions to the confusing process of selecting the right Medicare Part D coverage for you.

These cards have many differences from traditional debit and credit cards that can cost you money if you don't know what to watch out for.

These wealthy individuals have the best shot at being the first trillionaire.

There's a whole world of insurance beyond home, pet and auto - here are some of the more obscure celebrity insurance policies.

You can free up a lot of money by eliminating overlapping insurance policies. Read on to learn where you are most likely to be carrying double coverage.

Find out how your profits are taxed and what to consider when making investment decisions.

We'll look at high-profile, big-money investments that turned out badly for their famous investors.

Do sightings of Bigfoot, Nessie and UFOs lead to massive market fluctuations?

We all try to get the most from our tank of gas, but do those tricks you hear about amount to real savings?

The IRS does not treat all tax returns equally - find out if you are in danger of being audited.

Social Security benefits can be hard to collect. Find out why you need disability insurance to protect your income, and learn how to choose the right policy for you.

These businessmen have made their millions and entered the political field.

A lack of information can lead people into bad purchases and bad investments. Find out how you can avoid these lemons.

Testing out of courses and challenging course credit decisions can allow you to save money and time at college.

A well-publicized statistic finds that when real estate agents sell their own homes, they tend to get a higher price. But why?

2010's federal budget says a lot about our government's priorities, but it also speaks to an unsustainable level of current spending.

It's time to start looking for your summer job - get an edge on the competition with these tips.

From $75 million houses to 303-foot yachts, we look at what some famous billionaires have put up for sale in the past few years.

While children and adult offspring often look to their elders for wisdom, not all seniors are the best source for financial advice.

Every parent should encourage their child's hobbies and interests, but at what price? Find out the sports that cost the most for your child to play.

Find out how stagflation is measured, what factors contribute to it and how to protect your finances.

Don't believe the water-cooler talk. Big oil companies aren't to blame for high prices.

We'll look at the types of car insurance that you can avoid to save some money on your monthly premium.

Companies make choices and assumptions in calculating depreciation, and you need to know how these affect the bottom line.

For many, car insurance is a costly, but necessary, expense. And while drivers can't avoid insurance payments, they can follow these tips for making their rates more reasonable.

Here we look at the price some young athletes pay in pursuit of college scholarships. Is it worth it?

These jobs have high salaries and great outlooks in the coming years.

Determining creditworthiness of smaller and medium-sized corporations isn't as easy as for larger companies, but these tips can help.

Most billionaires don't live like the rest of us. Why? Because they often buy or invest in things that we can't, in ways that we can't.

Check out these simple and effective ways to turn your car into a fuel-sipping cash-saver.

We'll look at what it will take before someone achieves the incredible sum of $1 trillion in wealth.

Learn about this popular retirement tool, its pros and cons and how annuities work to create a guaranteed regular stream of retirement income.

The baby boomer generation is retiring, and economists expect a shift in the job market - in some industries more than most.

We'll look at the industries and specific jobs that are attracting post-retirement employees, and post-retiree jobs with good prospects.

From costly pigeons to excessive parent purchases, we'll look at six of the most outrageous, expensive billionaire purchases.

Your new car may not hold its value as well as that old collectible toy you kept in perfect condition. Find out which purchases will still be worth something in the years to come.

Those who follow the instruction in this article can look forward to a homecoming of financial prosperity.

Thinking of investing this year? These five categories should be avoided at all costs.

Find out how these policies can be used to abuse the system that many people rely on for protection.

Whether you tackle a second career at age 25 or 55, there is always opportunity to "trade up" to something you can enjoy for the rest of your working life.

Improved gas mileage is good for you, good for your car and good for the environment.

Running your own business has both personal and financial perks.

Find out what you can do to polish up some of the common flaws that put off lenders.

Oil and gas investments can provide unmatched deduction potential for accredited investors.

We explore the most common ways that people get rich, and look at what you can do to join the ranks of the wealthy.

If you think you can't afford your dream home, check out these compromises that could make it happen.

Whether you are investing directly or indirectly in property, you need to know the factors that affect its value.

Next time you think that insurance is a waste of your money, think about these expensive claims.

Love it or hate it, insurance policies are a necessary expense in everyone's life. Learn the top tricks for saving money on your various insurance policies.

Find out what information you need to pull together before filling out your return.

These rules are in place to protect consumers and help businesses thrive at the same time.

Some of the most successful inventions were created by accident. Many of these products were never meant to see public distribution, but ended up becoming extremely popular.

Buying a hybrid vehicle to save money on fuel costs is an appealing idea, but how long will you have to drive that fuel-sipper to break even on the high price tag?

When it comes to taxes, it's hard to make people happy but these deductions raised more than the average amount of controversy.

Struggling to get a claim honoured? Find out what you can do.

These apps are designed help you save on gas, maintenance and parking - and most of them are free.

Between group coupons and convenient shop-from-home sites, the way we buy is changing.

Many companies use versioning and bundling to increase sales. These strategies can offer value to consumers, but they also mean higher costs.

You may have basic insurance plans for your car and your home, but check out these unusual – but still practical options.

If you pay attention to the problems here, you will be able to avoid the negative effects and meet your retirement goals.

Bankers and stock brokers may share similar traits, but there are many differences between the two professions.

Not all insurance companies are out to get you, but you should still learn how to save money when dealing with unscrupulous insurers.

Buying the retail warranty on your laptop might work out in your favor, but not every warranty will give you a good return.

Find out where the extremely wealthy are putting their cash in 2011.

Gas prices are influenced by more than supply and demand. Find out what determines the price you pay at the pump.

The more you understand about delinquency, the better prepared you'll be to handle it.

Divorce rates are estimated to be between 40-50%, and you could lose as much as 77% of your net worth.

You don't have to aspire to play in the NFL, NBA or MLB if you want to make a living playing sports. Find out the compensation for the top athletes in these lesser-known sports.

Home inspectors aren't guaranteed (or required) to catch every flaw in your next home. Here are five ways you can protect your most expensive investment.

Canadians now have two options for retirement savings. Find out how to figure out which one's best for you.

Use these tips to position yourself as an indispensable employee and increase your job security.

There is plenty of love on Wall Street, even if it's all just words.

Learn the good, the bad and the ugly sides of this type of payout.

There has been much debate over whether companies should treat employee stocks options as an expense. This article examines both sides of the argument.

Retirement as a billionaire may sound like heaven, but for some, their work has only begun once they collect their gold Rolex.

Parents' bank accounts shouldn't suffer because of their kids' sporting activities.

Consumer credit card debt rose in December, so it's time to think twice about rekindling your relationship with that piece of plastic.

Canada is changing the rules for issuing mortgages, including length and equity requirements. Learn how these changes will change the real estate market and the economy.

Tax deferred annuities can be complex arrangements. Discover some of the situations that arise when an owner or annuitant dies and how to reduce tax liability if you're the beneficiary.

There is a long line of companies that benefit from the multibillion dollar success of Apple's ultra-hot consumer electronics.

Filing online is easy and straightforward, but there are a few risks to watch out for.

These Valentine's-related stocks are good enough to fall in love with.