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Credit Management

Why you need car insurance

If you're wondering why you need car insurance, there's a very simple answer: your state probably requires it.

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Credit Management

What are my car insurance options?

Confused about car insurance? Learn more about your coverage options and how to build the policy you need while keeping premium costs down.

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Family & Career

Financial planning in the gig economy?

Being your own boss and setting your own schedule as a gig worker can be lucrative. But doing it successfully requires planning and dedication, especially when it comes to finances.

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Family & Career

Your company offers life insurance, but do you need more?

If your employer offers free life insurance as an employee benefit, you should take advantage of that perk. But you should also think hard about whether you'll need additional life insurance on top of the employer-provided policy.

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Family & Career

Financial fundamentals: Understanding insurance

Having the right insurance coverage is key to your financial well being. In fact, smart insurance planning can help protect your wealth, your family and your business.

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Family & Career

Financial fundamentals: Understanding personal investing terms

While some people might find the idea of personal investing intimidating, actively working to grow your assets can go a long way toward helping you achieve your financial goals. And once you become familiar with your options, you'll realize there are ways you can invest your money without too much risk.

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Family & Career

Should you lease or buy a car?

If you're making a car payment either way, should you buy or lease? Here's what to think about before making that decision.

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Family & Career

Can you be successful in the gig economy?

Here's what you need to do to join the gig economy.

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Family & Career

Should you accept the new job?

Should you take that new job or stay with your current employer? Here are four questions to help you make your decision.

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Family & Career

How to raise money-wise children

Give your kids the tools to budget, save, decipher wants from needs, and make smart money decisions.

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Family & Career

How to Teach Kids About Money

It's never too early (or too late) for your child to learn basic money-management skills. Teach your preschooler or teen financial skills with these tips!

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Family & Career

Smart mom, rich mom: Build wealth for your family

Some tips from Kimberly Palmer, author of, "Smart Mom, Rich Mom," a how-to book for moms on building wealth for their families.

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Family & Career

7 ways to make more money

From finding side gigs to participating in medical studies, there are countless ways to earn more money now.

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Family & Career

How couples can avoid money fights

Tips on how to have productive money talks with your spouse.

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Savings & Budgeting

Building a solid financial foundation: How online tools can help

Developing good money habits early on can help you create a financial foundation you can build on for the rest of your life. For example, paying your bills on time can protect your credit score, which will matter a lot when you want to buy a home.

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Savings & Budgeting

Investments: What is asset allocation?

To reach your financial goals and protect your money, consider approaching your investments holistically with an asset allocation strategy based on your needs, time horizon and risk tolerance.

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Savings & Budgeting

Investments: There's a mutual fund for every investor type

If you're thinking of investing in mutual funds, you may wonder how to choose the right one. With thousands of funds, picking just one, or a few, may seem difficult. Narrowing down the list should be easier when you realize that one size won't fit all.

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Savings & Budgeting

What is an online brokerage account and how can it work for me?

Are you a knowledgeable, disciplined investor aiming to curb costs and handle your own finances? You may benefit from an online brokerage account. These platforms generally offer low investing minimums and discounted trading fees.

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Savings & Budgeting

What is a CDFI?

Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) are private institutions dedicated to facilitating economic growth, job creation and opportunity in low-income communities through credit, investment and affordable financial services.

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Savings & Budgeting

The benefits of multiple accounts at a single bank

It's great to have an account at a bank you love. But opening multiple deposit accounts could help you keep your money organized and working its hardest for you. There are a few reasons that people maintain multiple accounts, including organization, goal-setting and earnings rates.

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Savings & Budgeting

Why should I choose a neobank?

Neobanks, virtual banks with no- or low-fee accounts, higher interest rates, helpful money-handling tools and user-friendly platforms, may be a strong choice for tech-savvy consumers seeking a different banking option. Customers need to be comfortable conducting their transactions online or via mobile app.

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Savings & Budgeting

Who regulates fintechs?

Fintech firms — mobile neobanks, payment apps and online lenders — are challenging and changing the traditional financial services environment. Who regulates them? It depends on the particular fintech and the services it offers.

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Savings & Budgeting

How do CDFIs benefit communities?

Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) provide funding and support for low-income communities in the U.S. Find out more about how they work.

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Savings & Budgeting

Are you hardwired to overspend?

Some researchers suggest that spending and savings habits may be hard-wired in the brain. Here are some tips to retrain the brain and learn to save.

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Savings & Budgeting

How to build an emergency savings fund

Unexpected financial emergencies happen all the time. By taking a few simple steps, you can prepare yourself by starting and building an emergency savings fund. Get started with these steps.

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Savings & Budgeting

The Benefits of a Clicks-and-Bricks Bank

Clicks-and-Bricks banks provide banking customers with maximum convenience, ease, and flexibility. But not all click-and-bricks banks are created equal. Find out how you can select the best bank for your personal money management style.

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Savings & Budgeting

What's the difference between rate and APY?

Ever wonder why some money market accounts advertise two different rates? Learn about the difference between interest rate and APY and how understanding these two numbers can help you earn more on your savings.

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Savings & Budgeting

4 good reasons to monitor your checking account

Your checking account is basically the tool that connects you to your money on a daily basis. Are you checking it regularly? Here are four reasons you should.

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Savings & Budgeting

Why do I need a savings account?

Why is it important to have a savings account? Find out why you should open a savings account and learn about the benefits and considerations.

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Savings & Budgeting

Prepare for changes on your 2018 tax returns

There were big changes to the tax code in 2018 and some of them might impact you. Tax season is upon us, so here's an overview of the changes and information about where you can get free assistance filling out your tax returns this year.

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Savings & Budgeting

Strategies to combat rising consumer prices

Prices are going up on everything from toothpaste to car insurance. But there are smart, real-life strategies for combating rising prices, trimming monthly expenses and keeping your monthly budget balanced.

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Savings & Budgeting

What does it mean to live paycheck to paycheck?

Are you prepared for a financial crisis? Stop living paycheck to paycheck and get prepared with these savings tips.

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Savings & Budgeting

Are extended warranties worth the extra cost?

Extended warranties are everywhere these days, but are they a good deal for consumers? In most cases, they're not. Find out why you should skip the extended warranty and how to maximize other purchase protections without shelling out any extra cash.

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Savings & Budgeting

Watch for these tell-tale signs of scams.

How to give money to your favorite charity during the holidays and beyond — plus some tell-tale signs of scams.

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Savings & Budgeting

Will meal delivery services save me money?

Meal delivery services can be fun and very convenient. But will they save you money? That depends on you and your lifestyle. Find out more.

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Savings & Budgeting

How to reward yourself this holiday season

Focus on the real rewards of the holiday season and stay stress free with these simple solutions.

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Savings & Budgeting

Tips for planning an affordable honeymoon

In commercials, movies, and our dreams, a happy couple kicks off matrimonial union with a carefree escape to an exotic destination, sparing no expense on the ultimate vacation of their lives.

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Savings & Budgeting

Money tips for Gen Xers and Baby Boomers

If you are a Gen Xer or Baby Boomer and feel behind in saving for your retirement, you aren't alone. Here are some tips to help you stay on track financially.

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Savings & Budgeting

A financial checkup for millennials

Take important financial steps now can be the key to enjoying a rewarding financial future. A BBVA professional financial planner offers insights about what you need to do today to prepare for tomorrow.

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Family & Career

7 ways to avoid student debt

Getting accepted to college is exciting but paying for college is daunting. Follow these 7 tips to help ensure you don't get in over your head in loans!

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Savings & Budgeting

Budgets for any income

Good budgeting skills can make navigating your financial life a lot easier. Here are some tips for getting started.

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Savings & Budgeting

89 ways to save money

Who doesn't love saving money? From food to fashion, here are 89 ways to do just that.

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Owning A Home

Buyer's guide: Types of real estate

Buying your first home and considering different types of real estate? Check out our guide to single-family homes, condos, townhomes, co-ops, and more.

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Savings & Budgeting

6 steps that can change your financial future

Here some small changes that can set you in the right direction and help you get on a path to a brighter financial future.

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Retirement

Should I save for college or for retirement?

Should you save for retirement or your children's college education? Find out why retirement should be your top priority, smart ways to save for retirement, and how you can eventually save for both.

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