Careers

Terry Savage: What to know for Medicare open enrollment

By Terry Savage

September 25, 2026 at 5:15 p.m.

Here’s a look at the headline changes seniors will be forced to confront. And in...

Terry Savage: Why the national debt should concern us

By Terry Savage

September 21, 2026 at 11:15 a.m.

The U.S. national debt now exceeds $40 trillion — a MEGO number, which stands for...

Terry Savage: Login process changing at TreasuryDirect

By Terry Savage

September 21, 2026 at 9:55 a.m.

These government IOUs are the safest repository for “chicken money” — money you cannot afford...

Kids and Money: Avoiding common FAFSA filing mistakes

By Steve Rosen

October 7, 2020 at 4:47 p.m.

Let's start with the biggest mistake most people make on the Free Application for Federal...

Here’s how I turned a pandemic layoff into a career opportunity

By Fast Company

October 6, 2020 at 4:21 p.m.

Thinking back to the start of 2020, it held so much promise. Not just a...

Terry Savage: How to downsize

By Contributed Content

October 5, 2020 at 4:12 p.m.

No one wants your stuff. That's the inescapable conclusion that aging baby boomers are facing...

The Savings Game: What do you need to retire comfortably?

By Elliott Raphaelson

October 5, 2020 at 4:00 p.m.

As a result of the coronavirus, many individuals are taking a closer look at the...

Most buyers will go over budget for their dream home

By Active Times

October 5, 2020 at 3:57 p.m.

The coronavirus pandemic has led to favorable conditions for homebuyers due to historically low mortgage...

WHY ARE YOU INTERESTED IN WORKING FOR THIS COMPANY? | Broad and canned claims are not the way to a company's heart. Specificity is key. So, do the research. Discover what sets the company apart from its competitors and share the differences you most appreciate.

20 questions you should be ready to answer at a job interview

By Active Times

October 20, 2020 at 11:30 a.m.

Preparing for a job interview, like training for a marathon or learning a new hobby,...

IT'S NOT A ONE-TIME TALK | It's not over once you make the plan. Making sure everyone remains on the same page is crucial to a successful budget. Get comfortable asking questions of one another and raising issues or concerns as they arise.

The 24 steps to creating a family budget

By Active Times

October 9, 2020 at 6:07 p.m.

If you've read any self-help finance books or listened to a money podcast, you know...

THE FEDERAL MINIMUM WAGE HASN'T MET THE COST OF LIVING IN DECADES | The federal minimum wage was established in 1938, but since the 1960s, the increases to the minimum wage rate have been too small to counter the decline in value of the dollar, according to the Economic Policy Institute. In 1968, the minimum wage was the equivalent of $10.15 in 2018 dollars. But in 2018, the federal minimum wage of $7.25 was worth 14.8% less than when it was last raised in 2009. Today, a parent who is the sole breadwinner and earning minimum wage at a full-time job does not make enough to bring their family above the federal poverty line.

20 facts about the growing economic inequality in the U.S.

By Active Times

October 5, 2020 at 4:45 p.m.

During the coronavirus pandemic, millions of Americans have faced financial hardship with more than 50...

BUY IN BULK | <p>Buying in bulk is typically far cheaper than buying one-off products. However, make sure that, if you're buying a membership to a warehouse club, you'll go there frequently enough for it to pay off. This is where budgeting is helpful. If you don't have a huge household, buy <a href="https://money.usnews.com/money/blogs/my-money/articles/when-buying-in-bulk-is-really-worth-it">supplies that won't quickly expire</a>. Some great items to buy in bulk include diapers, toiletries, rice or dry beans, and canned goods.</p>

25 money saving methods to start trying today

By Bethany Adams

October 13, 2020 at 4:40 p.m.

How can you start saving more money today? The Simple Dollar created this unique list...

CANADA: A TRADITIONAL RETIREMENT | Canada strikes a balance between quality of life and cost of living, something that makes it one of the top 15 places to live in the world, according to a United Nations Human Development Report. For American retirees, Canada's proximity to their home country, universal health care system, and Old Age Security Pension (which any Canada resident is eligible for, even if they never worked in the country) are major draws. Those who move north have plenty of opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities, like hiking, camping, and skiing.

Do politics belong in retirement planning?

By The New York Times

October 2, 2020 at 1:01 p.m.

In a sharply polarized environment, Americans saving for retirement are increasingly concerned about politics —...