Paying off student loans can be a long and scary venture. But one way to get a handle on how to make it an affordable experience is to take a tip from the Pilgrims.

Does debt have to destroy family ties and friendships? Personal finance expert Liz Weston weighs in on whether its a good idea to mix personal finance with personal relationships.

Retail sales rose a tenth of a percent in April. Why are people spending more and are they going back into credit card debit over these purchases?

The government provides countless resources to help military families with financial literacy and even offers low interest loans to help them in times of emergency. So, why are many troops opting to take out risky payday loans instead?