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There are signs that middle-income households have slowed spending. This makes the K-shaped economy look more like the “jaws of a crocodile,” an expert says

President Donald Trump's "big beautiful bill" increased the SALT deduction limit to $40,000 for 2025. Here's how that could impact your tax return this season.

Trump officials have estimated how much Trump accounts can grow over time. But actual returns may vary, according to financial advisors.

While the overall share of delinquencies among all mortgages remains small, the growth is occurring faster than late payments for other types of consumer loans.

President Donald Trump said he's not in favor of using 401(k) money to buy houses, despite one of his top economic advisors saying such a plan was in the works.

President Trump has called for a 10% cap on credit card interest rates. What to know to get a lender's best rates sooner.

More young adults are leaning on their parents for financial support, but that comes with risks that families should consider, a top advisor says.

President Donald Trump called for a 10% cap on credit card interest rates. Here's what experts say that could mean for cardholders, if implemented.

Now is the time to consider how changes in tax law, along with tax-efficient investing strategies, can boost your portfolio.

A provision from the 2022 Secure Act 2.0 is now in effect that allows limited penalty-free withdrawals from 401(k)s to pay long-term care insurance premiums.

Because interest rates and closing costs vary among lenders, not shopping around for the best mortgage terms can be a costly mistake.

From 2020 to 2024, the 60-plus age group's reported losses have jumped 300% to $2.4 billion from $600 million, according to the Federal Trade Commission.

The CEO of VantageScore explains how the average credit score is masking some financial stress and gives the outlook for consumer credit in 2026.

From credit cards and car loans to mortgage rates, student loans and savings accounts, here's a look at the ways a Fed rate cut could affect your finances.

Under the terms of a proposed Education Department settlement, millions of student loan borrowers would soon have to resume payments. Here are their options.

New laws enacted in 2025 may impact just how much federal taxes Social Security beneficiaries owe on their benefit income. Here's how experts say to plan.

There's less than a week left for consumers to pick an Affordable Care Act health insurance plan to ensure coverage starts in 2026.

The deadline for required minimum distributions is Dec. 31. Here's how to avoid an IRS penalty of up to 25%.

A large share of student loan borrowers report that their debt makes it harder to cover basic needs such as food and housing, a new report finds.

Legislation known as Secure 2.0 made changes that promoted greater availability of Roth 401(k) accounts.

There are key changes for 401(k) plans coming in 2026. Here's how those updates could impact higher earners.

Companies increasingly are allowing more flexibility with withdrawals, and some are offering annuity options.

In her new book, Kristin Collier tells the story of how she ended up with over $200,000 in debt that she knew nothing about. Her mother had answers.

How the Social Security Administration describes retirement claiming ages and handles certain identity theft cases may be poised to change.

Losing a job can be among the worst life events. There is one thing you'll want to do first: Apply for unemployment benefits, experts say.

Heading into 2026, the political environment has become the top concern clients are raising with their advisor, according to a new report by the CFP Board.

President Donald Trump's "big beautiful bill" increased the SALT deduction limit to $40,000 for 2025. Here's how to maximize the tax break.

If you have a flexible spending account at work for health expenses, there's a good chance you need to use any remaining balance by Dec. 31.

Many student loan borrowers may soon be able to switch into a repayment plan that lowers their monthly bill. Here's what to know.

If you plan to donate money on Giving Tuesday, here's how President Donald Trump's "big beautiful bill" could affect your tax deduction.