Marketplace Money Stories

With college tuition always on the rise, it seems natural to start saving up for your child's college tuition early. But forget early — some parents aren't saving up at all.

The first step to reducing your home's energy consumption is knowing how much you use in the first place. Utility companies are offering online tracking software and tools that can help, but some have yet to see the benefits.

Is an adjustable-rate mortgage a good idea? Host Tess Vigeland talks with David Lazarus for answers. Plus, get the low-down on counterfeit bills, mortgage modifications, and how to strike a balance between saving for the future and paying off past debt.

Can you save money by keeping up with the Joneses? The website Bundle.com lets you compare your spending habits with other people like you. But can it change the way you spend and save?

It's expensive to go to a rock 'n' roll show today — so let's make sure the experience is worth it. New York Times columnist Ron Lieber has some tips.

There are an estimated 45 million people under 65 who don't have dental insurance. For some — like reporter Vanessa Romo — that means going out on a limb and naming your own price.

With the new provisions of the health care reform comes new restrictions and rules. Gregory Warner parses through the details of what's happening at the insurance companies, and what that means for you.

There was an uproar when Facebook fiddled with its privacy settings — but really, people willingly give up their privacy all the time for perks like coupons and discounts.