Demand Your Adviser Disclose Any Conflicts Now

Apr 11, 2016

You don’t have to wait for Uncle Sam to enact new rules requiring financial advisers to put your interest first. Use a fee-only adviser with no broker affiliations.

Three Overlooked Rewards of Living Longer Lives

Apr 11, 2016

Making your retirement savings last multiple decades may be financially daunting, but living to a ripe, old age can be well worth it for individuals, families and the economy.

7 Retailers With Great Customer Service

Apr 11, 2016

Would you be willing to pay more upfront in exchange for strong customer service?

When College Students Need Renters Insurance

Apr 11, 2016

Students in on-campus dorms are usually covered by their parents’ homeowners policy, but students in off-campus apartments probably need renters insurance.

Negative Interest Rates? No Way, USA

Apr 11, 2016

Many bond pros say subzero interest rates are unlikely because they wouldn’t help the U.S. economy and could damage it.

Picking the Right Mutual Funds for Today’s Market

Apr 10, 2016

It doesn’t hurt for investors to play both offense and defense.

One Simple Step to Get Sound Investment Advice

Apr 10, 2016

You don’t have to wait for the Labor Department to enact its new fiduciary rule. Make your adviser sign the pledge at the bottom of this column.

6 Cheap Wall Street Stocks to Buy Now

Apr 10, 2016

As candidates and others poor-mouth the financial industry, you can score stock bargains in the sector.

Small Bank Stocks Help this Fund Crush Rivals

Apr 10, 2016

Investing in dull savings and loans proved exciting for Hennessy Small Cap Financial Fund.

10 Ways to Waste Your Tax Refund

Apr 7, 2016

Beware Scams and Spam in Your Google Alerts Emails

Apr 7, 2016

Bogus links can find their way into the Web search results that Google delivers to your inbox.

Variable Annuities: Guaranteed Income, With a Catch

Apr 7, 2016

Even with the promise of stock market growth and lifetime income, variable annuities aren’t for everyone.

The Mixed Blessings of Cheap Oil

Apr 7, 2016

As gasoline prices dive, drivers take to the highway — and that may not be a good thing.

How to Cut Your Car Insurance Premiums

Apr 7, 2016

Some discounts are automatic, but for others you have to ask.

How to Make Your Car Last Longer

Apr 7, 2016

6 Questions to Ask Before You Quit Your Job

Apr 7, 2016

Is now really the best time for you to jump back into the job market?

Fight Back When Drugs Are Denied

Apr 6, 2016

If a pharmacist says your Medicare Part D plan won’t cover your medicine, take these steps to remedy the situation.

Medicare, Social Security and Your Health Savings Account

Apr 6, 2016

Continue to contribute to an HSA after you sign up for Medicare Part A and you will face tax penalties.

How to Decide If You Should Really Buy a Stock

Apr 6, 2016

You get a hot tip about a potential new investment, but you have to assess whether it’s a good company or a good stock.

Utility Stocks for Steady Dividends

Apr 6, 2016