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Fewer Americans saving for emergencies
Sally Herships Jun 25, 2012
A new study says almost half of Americans don't have enough saved to cover three months expenses, up slightly from a year ago.
Global turmoil and retirement planning
Chris Farrell Jun 13, 2012
What should investors -- especially those in their 50s and 60s -- do with their already diminished retirement savings?
States' tax revenues soar
Nancy Marshall-Genzer Jun 12, 2012
A new survey says states are collecting taxes at levels not seen since the recession, but many are still struggling to balance budgets.
A bleak household financial picture
Chris Farrell Jun 11, 2012
The financial toll on families from the dreadful economy of recent years is enormous.
Why cash may be king -- for now
Chris Farrell Jun 6, 2012
I have $30,000 and want to know where best to put it. Ultimately, I want to put it away for my three boys' futures. I want it to make something, however slowly, without risk. But, 0.4 percent? Is that really the best I can do? Joanna, Hammond, IN
Emergency Fund 101
Chris Farrell May 21, 2012
How do you recommend investing funds in an emergency savings account? Peter, Cherry Hill, NJ
Taxing your winnings
Tess Vigeland May 18, 2012
Winning big could saddle you with some serious debt. Tax expert Louis Barajas explains.
Cash flow liberated by refinancing
Chris Farrell May 18, 2012
My wife and I recently refinanced our home. We paid off the home equity line and the existing mortgage, and now our monthly payments are $500 less than they were previously. What should we do with these savings? Thank you. Jeff, Amherst, MA
Facebook co-founder renounces U.S. citizenship
Jeremy Hobson May 14, 2012
In letting go of his U.S. citizenship now, Eduardo Saverin will also be able to avoid paying nearly $600 million in U.S. capital gains taxes when Facebook goes public.
Savings strategies after locking in a low rate
Chris Farrell May 11, 2012
My husband and I just refinanced our house at a great rate (15-year fixed mortgage at 2.875 percent). Our house payment is low and we can afford to pay more each month. Would the best use of our money be to pay down the principal on this low-interest loan or put extra away for retirement or for our children's college fund? We have two young children and are in our late 20s/early 30s. Thanks for your help! Katie, Helena, MT
