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By making these three financial moves, you can help ensure the rest of your year is smooth sailing.

Three Smart Money Moves to Make This Fall Now’s a great time to check in on investments, budgets and tax plans to make sure everything is on track for the rest of the year.

An increase in mail theft is making many wonder whether writing a check is becoming an unsafe way to pay bills and transfer funds.

Should You Stop Using Paper Checks? Other forms of payment may be safer as mail theft and check-washing cases surge

According to relationship and financial experts alike, couples should take a more personalized approach to splitting finances, as 50-50 may not always be fair.

Many young unmarried couples don’t split costs equally. Experts weigh in on what's 'fair' While most unmarried younger couples who live together don't split household expenses evenly, experts say equal spending is not always fair.

Having enough for retirement looks different from person to person, and the amount can change throughout your lifetime. So how can you know how much you'll need?

How Much Is Enough? Experts’ retirement savings goals vary, as do savers’ retirement spending plans, so there is no 'right' number — but there are things you should consider

Being a middle- or upper-income earner doesn't make someone immune to financial risks in retirement. Learn the most common risks for high earners and how you can be prepared for them.

Retiring Well-Off? Potential Pitfalls to Know Read about three major retirement risks.

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It's never too early to be financially prepared for age-related health costs that may arise and change as you get older.

Health Costs to Consider As You Age - D***s Finance Your health is a prized gem that determines the quality of life you’ll live. For your health to thrive into your senior citizen years, you must factor in matters of finance in your plans. While you’ll be eligible to access senior citizen health care services and other benefits, you can do more t...

Setting some money aside as an emergency fund can be a lifesaver in a pinch. But when should you actually dip into those savings? Here are some example scenarios.

When To Use Your Emergency Fund Unexpected medical bills? Yes. Disney World? No.

It can be a smart move to diversify your investments through assets like real estate or private equity. However, it's important to weigh the potential benefits and drawbacks of each investment option.

Pros and Cons of Adding Alternative Investments to Diversify Your IRA The potential for higher returns from alternative investments such as real estate and private equity comes with some risks. Are they right for you?

Annuities are becoming an increasingly popular option for retirement planning. But which one is right for you? Here's a look at five different types of annuities.

5 Types of Retirement Annuities Explained Demystify your retirement options.

There has been a lot of talk about inflation lately. But we may be missing the real issue creeping its way into the economy: stagflation.

It's not the 1970s but stagflation is back in the picture | CNN Business For the past two years, economists have been worrying about the risks of high inflation rates. But far less attention has been given to inflation’s sibling: stagflation.

Series I bonds were a sought-after investment for many individuals seeking to combat inflation. What can we expect from I bond rates now that inflation is cooling down?

What cooling inflation means for your Series I bonds As inflation cools, investors are weighing whether to buy or sell Series I bonds amid other competitive options for cash. Here's what you need to know.