Once again, the U.S. government has shut down, and beyond shuttered national parks and museums, there are plenty of direct and indirect financial consequences.
Read MoreGiven that mortgage rates for 30–year loans have dropped, will it be enough to stimulate the housing market from its recent doldrums?
Read MoreWhy is life insurance so important? Because it is one of the few financial products that can solve a future problem easily.
Read MoreThe long-awaited resumption in the Fed’s interest rate cuts is likely to come this week, as the central bank grapples with a decelerating labor market and accelerating inflation.
Read MoreIf you are struggling to meet your monthly expenses, can’t afford a home or are not benefiting in a significant way from financial markets, it’s hard to believe in the American dream.
Read MoreIf you are trying to buy your first home, don't beat yourself up if it feels impossible, the math really is working against you.
Read MoreMany parents help their young adult children, often at the expense of their own retirement plans, so it's critical that you have a clear idea of what you can afford.
Read MoreIf alternatives become available in your plan, treat them like any risky investment or company stock.
Read MoreWith the labor market downshifting and many industries consolidating, most workers feel like job cuts are always one day away.
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