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Regardless of the time you may spend planning for retirement, it’s possible that you may have at least a few misconceptions about being financially prepared for the stage of life when you no lon...

Think you have a great idea for a new product or business and are ready to dive into entrepreneurship? Step on the brakes. Although you can never know with 100% certainty whether your business idea wi...

There’s no denying the power of the Internet. It can save time and money, and now it’s becoming a routine source of information, particularly among millennials, in the purchase or sale of ...

The bad news: College tuition is continuing to rise faster than inflation and family income, causing student debt to be a major problem for many new graduates. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of...

Thinking about building your savings may seem overwhelming, especially when you just paid for your car insurance, student loans and rent. Taking more money out of your paycheck, even if it’s to ...

While most people expect to spend less money in retirement, that may no longer be the case. A recent analysis by the Investment Company Institute and the IRS found that spending rose for more than hal...

Between student loans, car payments and rent, managing personal finances can be an overwhelming task if you’re a millennial. The good news is time is on your side! So how can you get started? He...

While the Small Business Administration (SBA) itself does not make loans, it does guarantee loans made to small businesses by banks, credit unions and other lenders who partner with SBA. Their guarant...

It’s not something you think about every day, but are you protecting some of your most valuable objects and possessions? From jewelry to original important documents, protecting these types of i...

While large firms may have sophisticated technology and staff dedicated to thwarting crime, many small businesses don't — and scammers know this. Here are ways to protect your business:...