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Lacking health coverage carries more dangers than you may be aware of. Know exactly what it means to be uninsured and the risks that go along with it.

Purchasing a new home is exciting - and expensive. Besides the mortgage, prepare yourself to pay these 10 hidden costs.

72% of Americans have felt financially stressed at some point during 2020. Here are 6 of the most common stress triggers with ways to fix them.

Childcare can grow into a huge expense. If you're in need of help as you return to work, these are your options when it comes to summertime childcare and how they'll affect you financially.

Thinking about moving closer to your adult children? These 4 financial considerations can help you decide.

While you may have chosen to save using a traditional IRA, you do have the option to switch to tax-free retirement income. Who should consider a Roth conversion, and who should stay away? We've got your biggest questions answered.

Traditional retirement planning is less effective when spouses stop working at different ages. Here are a few things to take into account as you prepare for this next chapter.

During retirement, your wealth needs to last for the rest of your life. Avoid paying more taxes than you need to by keeping these 4 tips in mind throughout the year.

Receiving unemployment compensation is a huge help. But an unexpected tax hit? Not so much. Here, we go through 3 ways you can take control of your taxes if you claimed unemployment benefits during COVID-19.

As you and your partner prepare to tie the knot, you'll want to take time now to discuss your future finances.

The SECURE Act offers penalty-free support for first-year parents — but opting to take out money from your retirement account can have consequences. Here, we shed light on the pros and cons of this new opportunity.

Wondering how to unequally divide your assets without dividing your family? If you’re thinking about leaving more for one child than the other, it’s important to know your options.

With a baby on the way, there are endless details to keep in mind. From health insurance to car seats, here's what expecting parents should do to get ready for their new arrival.

16.1% of employers have cut matching 401(k) contributions in light of COVID-19. If this happened to you, or you're worried it could, here are the next steps you should be taking right away to still save for retirement.

If you took some time off from the workforce but are ready to jump back in, here is a quick refresher on interview etiquette.

Millions of Americans are jobless as a result of COVID-19. If you're considering using your unemployment benefits to fund a new business, get your questions answered here first.

Hoping for a home office tax deduction while you work remotely because of the pandemic? Learn all about this complex tax policy before you take action.

IRS inflation adjustments are meant to ease federal taxes for taxpayers. It pays to know the most recent changes, which you can use to prepare for the 2020 tax year.

People are taking time during the COVID-19 crisis to update their finances and important life documents. Here are four estate plan details you should focus on in light of the current pandemic.

Handling investments during a volatile stock market is stressful. Consider these financial stress-management tips before letting investment anxiety get the best of you.