Tips and tools to save money this open enrollment season for health insurance The leaves are changing colors, children are back in school, and football rules the weekends once again. But don't forget another annual fall tradition - benefits open enrollment. This is the time of year when millions of employees across the country have a chance to review their benefits provided by their employer and decide what programs to enroll in or change for the following year.
Great savings with fun fall and holiday fashions The long fall and holiday seasons are a time full of parties and gatherings where one wants to look their best. And as the temperatures drop, it's also a great time to find the latest and greatest in new fashions, but the last thing you want to do is deal with the heavy crowds at the mall.
Three steps to assessing your life insurance to prepare for when life happens We all know that life happens. It can happen in small ways, like locking your keys in your car, or life can happen in bigger ways, like a fender bender on your way to work. While it's true that you can't always prepare for the unpredictable turns life can take, in some cases, you actually can. That's why you buy life insurance; it provides protection for your family in case the worst were to happen to you.
Making college a reality, despite the price tag Sending a student to college is a proud time for families. But with tuition costs rising and families continuing to face financial challenges, many are taking another look at how to pay for college.
Don't let return charges on your leased car put a dent in your wallet The allure of a new car and low monthly payment options draw many people to lease a car, even though they could face serious fines and extra charges when they return the vehicle at the end of the lease term. If you're leasing a car, however, you can take steps to avoid getting dinged by lease return charges.
Tips to save big at the grocery store Heading to the grocery store might mean you need a little more change in your pockets these days. With severe drought affecting much of the country's growing plains, economists predict grain, produce and meat prices will increase dramatically.
The new appeal of high-yield bond funds With short-term interest rates at historic lows, many investors are turning to "high-yield" bond funds to generate more income from their investment portfolios. They could make sense for you, too.
The new must-do task of financial planning: identity protection Long gone are the days when taking steps to protect your identity was optional, or something you did only if you had reason to believe your identity had been compromised. Today, identity protection is an essential part of your financial plan.
How older drivers can cut vehicle costs For most of us, driving is a necessity, and so is doing it as cost-effectively as possible - especially for those 50 and older who live on fixed incomes. Saving money on automobile-related expenses like gas and insurance can help free up cash for other important things. Fortunately, many tactics can help you minimize veh...
Tips for seniors on managing health care costs Finding the Medicare coverage that best fits their needs and their pocket books is challenging for many seniors. Health care plans make changes to their coverage. People's health conditions change. Not keeping on top of these changes can mean problems. Suddenly seniors may find they don't have needed coverage, their doct...
Making the most of your money when it comes to estate planning Setting up an estate plan is a good investment for the future. But you can also be a careful steward of your financial assets now, with careful and organized planning as you go through the estate planning process.
