Rising costs across nearly every kind of product and service have stretched everyone’s budgets, making each dollar feel a little tighter. Here are some tips to spend less to help offset the effect from these higher prices.

Year-end is more than just wrapping gifts and planning celebrations – it’s the last chance to make smart money moves that can reduce taxes and set the stage for a confident start to the new year. Use this checklist to help cover the essentials.

As you ring in the holiday season, why not have some fun? Test your knowledge of the hidden stories behind holiday giving with our annual holiday quiz. Enjoy!

This year AND next!

Plenty of tax changes are lining up as the calendar turns toward 2026, and knowing what’s coming can help you stay a step ahead. Before then, there’s also several moves to make filing your 2025 tax return as easy as possible.

We used to fix things. Then came mass production and making gave way to buying. But something’s shifting. Again.

Welcome to the rise of the DIY economy. Here's a look at what's driving this shift and how you can participate.

Money impacts nearly every part of life. Whether you're just starting your career, running a household, or trying to grow your savings, understanding a few key terms can give you a real advantage. Here are 5 financial terms that you should understand to help better manage your money

Consider conducting a final tax planning review now to see if you can still take actions to minimize your taxes this year. Here are some ideas to get you started.

In a time when information is always at our fingertips and digital tools dominate daily life, there’s something quietly appealing about picking up a pencil, winding a watch, or playing a record.

Here's what appears to be driving the trend to operate without screens or batteries.

A growing number of students are saying no to paying for higher education with student loans. Here’s how to join the growing number of students graduating debt-free, often by using unconventional approaches.

Property taxes are still on the upswing in many parts of the U.S. To help get a handle on your property taxes, here’s a look at what goes into determining your bill and a few ideas that may help to reduce it.

The U.S. tax code is constantly changing. What saved you money last year might cost you this year. Between shifting income thresholds, changing deduction rules, and overlooked credits, you now need to stay focused on your tax plan throughout the year. Here are several bits of tax wisdom that can help you lower your bill to the IRS.

As a freelancer or contractor, at some point you may wish to incorporate and be taxed as an S corporation. Here’s a closer look at the process of becoming an S corporation and when switching might make sense for you.

We like to think we're in control of our decisions. But the truth is, much of what we do is shaped by what we see and hear. Here's a deeper look at the power of influence.

You don't need to survive on sodium-packed ramen or become a full-time coupon clipper to shrink your grocery bill. Here are several ways to turn grocery shopping into a game - and to win.

While custodial accounts can be a great way to teach kids about money, they also come with several trade-offs worth planning for. Here's what you need to know.

Here are several of the most common tax questions and their answers. But like most things, there can be exceptions, so if in doubt always ask for help.