Budgeting

Most Americans will experience a psychological event sometime between their late thirties and late fifties where, due to both physical/mental changes and environmental transitions, a sense of instability or unrest settles in. Unaffectionately called the "Midlife Crisis," this phenomenon...

Budgeting is often handled as a one-and-done practice, with all of the outlining and planning taking place only once. This prevailing notion overlooks how transient life is. With every passing day, your life changes – if you do not expect to be the same person you were 10 years ago, why...

So, you've been saving for retirement throughout your employment years, taken advantage of matching programs, have a healthy and robust 401(k) or Roth IRA, and feel confident that you will be prepared when your traditional income ceases. You've considered the changing expenses you may...

Holidays are often ushered in with high expectations. From travel to hosting family, elaborate decorations and dinners to thoughtful gifts, the end of the year can also cater in large debts. Particularly for recent retirees making the transition between a steady paycheck and living off pensions/...

Regardless of your occupation, moving involves stress, time and quite a bit of cash. When your home address is inextricably tied to your job and your superiors can order you to relocate with as little as two weeks' notice, those stresses multiply. Welcome to the life of over 1.4 million Americans...

As the seasons change and the year begins to wind down, it is a good opportunity to look at end-of-year financial obligations and prepare for common financial drains that crop up during winter. Having a high degree of financial readiness can protect your assets from uncertainties and unplanned life...

You're not bringing in an LES, but you can still be a financial asset to the family. Being a military spouse comes with a plethora of stereotypes, obstacles not frequently encountered in the civilian world and unparalleled opportunities. For many individuals whose partners bring in LESs,...

The years spent in college are frequently portrayed as money guzzling, not abundant savings opportunities. However, with the proper mindset and strict discipline students can start substantial savings before they walk the graduation stage and be one step closer to financial independence. Below are...

Vacations are supposed to be a source of rejuvenation, relaxation and reprieve from the real world. However, the stress associated with spending a lot and not working to offset those costs can creep into even the most peaceful destination. Luckily, much of this stress can be avoided simply by...

A recent TD Ameritrade Holding Corp Financial Support Survey found that the average American who financially supported a family member in the last year provided $12,000. However, many parents find that once they cut the proverbial apron strings, they don't seem to have an additional 10+...

Summer is quickly coming to an end, and the holiday season is once more cheerfully rapping on doors, windows and wallets. September hasn't even come to a close, but the signs of the changing season are already peeking through. It's Coming! Wall Street Journal contributor Spencer Jakab unabashedly...

Budgeting may seem like an easy task: You look at what you make and then make sure what you spend is not more than that amount. You may have a few snares that need to be planned for -- bills appearing at odd times, that emergency car repair, a special trip to the salon for a friend's...