The wedding venue isn't the only locale you should research before exchanging vows. With the average honeymoon costing $5,000, continuing your celebration after your big day could mean added financial stress as you start your new life together. Whether you envision an all-inclusive resort, an experiential trip, or white sandy beaches, the average price of a honeymoon has steadily increased since...

The road to living the financial life of your dreams isn't always smooth. It's filled with surprise potholes and unexpected detours. A loss in income or large emergency expense can weaken your resolve and possibly stall your financial dreams for a time. And believing certain money myths might cause your dreams to break down altogether. It's the myths related to goal-setting that can do the most...

Whether you plan to exit the workforce in a few years or a few decades, understanding retirement spending now can help you better prepare financially for Life 2.0. Knowing how much you might spend could make hitting your savings targets less of a guessing game and increase your confidence about the future. While healthcare spending is likely to increase as you age, it's not the only expense...

Checking accounts make it easy to manage everyday spending. They offer the convenience of direct deposits, online and in-store debit card purchases, ATM cash withdrawals, and might even allow you to earn dividends on your account balance. But, with money coming in and going out of your account so quickly, you might be concerned that your account won't have enough funds to cover scheduled payments...

You've been on your own now for several years. You pay your bills on time and do your best to keep your credit in good shape. But, you've yet to build up the six-month emergency savings fund recommended by financial experts. While you have cash in the bank after paying all of your bills, you still might be like 39% of Americans who would have a hard time covering an emergency expense as little as...

You have a decision to make. Whether it’s due to another rent increase or because you recently tied the knot, your current housing situation is no longer meeting your needs. Buying a home could guarantee a stable housing payment and provide the room you need. But renting has been good to you over the years. Each move only required a minimal security deposit along with the first month’s rent, not a...

While understanding different types of debt isn't always easy, making an effort might help you achieve your financial goals sooner. Labeling debt as "good" or "bad" can help clarify which type of debt you could pay off over time without negatively affecting your finances. Hint: The purpose of the specific debt you have plays a role in whether it can be classified as good or bad. Examples of Good...