financial planning

Even saving a little bit of money for retirement now could have a huge benefit down the line thanks to compound interest. In our weekly Making Money Moves segment, Chris Davis from Nerdwallet breaks down some considerations for your financial future.

Having more personal finance education in school would have helped people better manage their finances during the pandemic, a study finds.

Thanks to the Covid pandemic, 79% of women report feeling weighed down by money and stress, according to a new survey.

Pro bono financial advice can give people access to professional guidance they wouldn’t otherwise receive. During Covid-19, it has been a life saver for some.

The Covid-19 pandemic has raised new questions about how much financial support the government should give Americans. Some experiments may help provide answers.

A rally for GameStop stock started by members of Reddit thread WallStreetBets revealed something about the financial literacy of young America. Many experienced investors made thousands from the random volatility, but many inexperienced investors followed the hype and lost big.

Persistent robo calls are a nuisance for many people. But falling for these schemes can result in big financial losses. Here are tips on what to watch out for.

Ariel’s John Rogers told CNBC retirement savings plans are one place companies can look to start improving the racial wealth gap in the U.S.

Eligibility for proposed $1,400 stimulus checks has become a sticking point on Capitol Hill. Here’s when those payments and other aid could be authorized.

It’s especially important for Americans to file a tax return this year, regardless of income, due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Tough love or smart parenting? “Black-ish” star Anthony Anderson said he’s already cut two of his children off from his bank account, letting them know that while his love for them may be endless, his dollars have a limit.

With the New Year less than two weeks away it’s time to start planning your budget pivot. Here are a few tried and true strategies for getting your financial house in order for 2021.

Bitcoin has surged more than 180% year to date. Still, financial advisors are wary of the asset.

This year was hard for many due to the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what financial planners say to do for a better 2021.

Families with more than $100 in savings are better able to avoid high-cost borrowing, keep utilities on and are more financially satisfied than those with less.

The highest dividend money can pay is independence, says Morgan Housel, author of “The Psychology of Money.” Certain habits can get in the way of that.

Sahil Bloom was raised by a Harvard econ professor and counts Apple CEO Tim Cook as a mentor. The Stanford alum is disrupting financial education, on Twitter.

People giving professional financial advice go by many names, some signal training, registrations and ethics, and some don’t.

There’s a new push for second stimulus checks, only this time they could be lowered to $600 from $1,200. Here’s how long Americans may wait for the money.

Americans want more stimulus checks. The government wants them to get Covid-19 vaccinations. One former politician has a plan that aims to please both.