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How to Protect Your Credit After the Equifax Breach

In light of the major Equifax breach, a credit freeze is not your only option. There are multiple ways to keep a close eye on your credit reports.

FOMO can prompt us to make a lot of questionable decisions. Get your envy in check and regain control of your life — and your money.

First time homebuyers can be left scrambling to cover these last-minute costs. Don't get blindsided on your way to your new home!

Discover the color code that will lead you to the freshest loaf on the store shelf every time.

I can't tell you that changing your shopping habits will be easy, but these simple strategies can help you lock down your impulse spending.

Americans had a lot of fun spending money in the 1950s, almost as much fun as we do spending money today.

Deciding on a goal is a critical first step in every endeavor. Here's how to set financial goals that will lead to a brighter future.

With data breaches everywhere you turn, credit monitoring seems like a smart thing to get. But do you really need it?

You know your credit score can fluctuate. But you should also know what causes this — and how you can use it to your advantage.

Before you hire a home inspector, make sure you get answers to these questions.

Whether you face unexpected expenses or are just shopping the best rate, there's a personal loan available to suit your needs.

Usually, you know when you're the victim of a crime. But identity theft can be a sneaky, subtle scam. Watch out for these warnings.

If you have the home equity to spare, you can borrow against it. Just be sure you're using the loan for something smart.

If you're looking to give hyaluronic acid serum spin, any of the five below are excellent picks that won't break your budget.

If you're wondering how you can get a higher rating and earn more with Uber, here are some easy tips.

In between caring for your parents and your kids, you need to care for yourself, too — especially your financial future self.

If you're not using your travel or cash back card for certain expenses, you're leaving valuable rewards on the table.

It's not just enough to save for retirement; you need to make sure your money is inflation proof, too.

For just about any life event, there's an insurance policy to cover it. Do you need one of these plans?

You have equity in your home, and you need to borrow money. Should you turn to a HELOC or a home equity loan?