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Trying to save money? Looking for things you can do that are free or low cost? You might be surprised to find out that your key to free activities is most likely in your wallet! Your library card!

If you have an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) and your fixed-rate period is drawing to an end, your first rate adjustment is looming. It's time to devise a plan.

College commencement season is here again—a time of celebration, but also reflection and preparation. With an uncertain job market and student loan debt at an all-time high, many new graduates are stepping into adulthood facing significant financial challenges.

Thinking about renovating your home? Make sure you're prepared by choosing a well-liked and trusted contractor. Choosing the right contractor is the single most important decision that homeowners make on a remodeling project.

If you’re expecting a tax refund this year, it’s smart to have a plan for your money. Don’t end up spending your refund money like it’s a bonus check from the government—treat it like any other paycheck.

We all know the infamous love story: Boy meets girl. They fall in love. They get married. Then girl finds out boy has tens of thousands of dollars in student loan debt. The bills are a struggle, and they are working all the time. The fighting begins. The story may end with a divorce. Is there a way to avoid such a mess?

If you’re an animal lover with a few pets, you do your best to take care of your furry, reptilian or feathered friends. Like you, they’ll need health check-ups and will get sick or injured at some time, requiring medical attention.

In tough times, it's more important than ever to develop and maintain good financial habits. Having a household budget and eliminating high-rate credit card debt are two obvious things that could benefit most consumers.

Children are aware of money at an early age, long before they go to school. Interactive discussions—rather than lectures—are most helpful in teaching your kids about money. Allow kids to ask questions, express opinions, and have input to decisions.

Improve your financial fitness and manage your wealth. Get your finances in shape by taking these steps: