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9 Essential Personal Finance Skills to Teach Your Kid Before They Move Out

Your child is ready to leave the nest. Have you armed them with the right money skills they need to flourish?

Thinking of adding some government bonds to your portfolio? First, let's take a closer look at how they work.

Starter homes used to be the norm. But in today's housing market, you might not need those homeowner training wheels.

Putting your college tuition on plastic is certainly an option; but should you do it?

If you need to borrow money, you may wonder how a loan differs from a line of credit. Let's break it down.

Your student loan balance is just one piece of the financial puzzle. You should know how your loan interest works, too.

When was the last time you gave your mortgage lender a ring? If it's been a few years, you could be throwing money out the window.

A mortgage is one of the biggest financial moves you'll ever make. It pays to be picky with your lender.

Several big banks have been accused of unfairly lending to minority borrowers. Here's how to see if your lender is playing fair.

It's important to have some cash on hand. But where should you be keeping it?

Rising interest rates aren't all bad. Here's how to make rate hikes work to your favor.

A 0% balance transfer offer can be a great way to tackle high-interest credit card debt. But what if the offer doesn't cover all your debt?

Denial can really throw your life off the rails. Denying your debt can be flat-out financially disastrous.

A big wedding comes with a hefty price tag. Borrowing to pay for it will have you saying "I do" to years of debt, too.

Many Americans who are paying off credit card debt are doing it the wrong way — are you?

Millennials have a shared fear; credit card debt. But don't worry — it's entirely possible to use credit cards and avoid crippling debt.

Love is full of uncertainties. Good credit, on the other hand, fulfills every promise.

Not all savings accounts are created equal. When it comes to stashing your savings, there are a few key features to look for.

Your days of relying on others for financial support are done. Good for you! Now it's time to make some smart money moves, ASAP.

The holiday season can make a mess of your credit score. Why not make efforts to boost it instead?