Even the smartest people can do dumb things when it comes to money. Do you find yourself accumulating credit-card debt for goodies you don’t really need — and failing to plan for retirement? Here’s one financial adviser’s five…
Men, who have endured slightly higher unemployment rates than women, have been taking on more of the household shopping, according to a recent report. The trend hasn’t boded well for stores: On average, men spend less than wome…
In this economy, cash-strapped consumers have become more budget conscious and less concerned about appearing cheap. As a result, better-known brands have steadily been losing ground to store-branded food products.
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It’s hard to make huge changes in your spending habits all at once. To reach your new year’s resolution to manage your finances better, try small steps instead. Financial experts offer 10 easy suggestions that could help you sp…
U.S. household wealth increased 2.2% in the third quarter as stock prices rose and consumers cut debt, according to a Federal Reserve report released Thursday. Companies’ cash balances also grew in the third quarter.
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