Where to invest now(1:42)12:16pm

Analysts say health care and homebuilding stocks are good long-term bets for investors.

Tips for buying your first home(1:40)Aug 25

How to figure out the right down payment and how much your new house should cost you each month.

Obsessed with a perfect credit score(3:31)Aug 26

Chris and Chrissy Peplinski are determined to reach the highest credit rating possible: 850 points.

Why college tuition keeps rising(1:21)Aug 24

Costs will continue to increase due to state budget cuts and the large number of students seeking admittance to top schools.

How to improve your credit score(1:55)Aug 18

Paying bills on time and checking for credit report errors will help boost your rating.

How to start investing(2:04)Aug 11

Buying shares in a diversified mutual fund, not picking individual stocks, is a safe way to begin investing.

Avoid ATM fees(1:56)Aug 10

To steer clear of fees, withdraw money using your debit card at a supermarket and join a community bank that reimburses ATM fees.

Enjoy life and save for retirement(3:04)Aug 5

To know how much to set aside for a secure retirement while providing for your family today, fire up our 'What You Need to Save' calculator.

Buy an annuity for retirement income(3:28)Aug 3

Consider using some of your retirement savings to buy an immediate annuity to guarantee additional lifetime income.

Get the most out of your 401(k)(3:44)Jul 29

Increase your 401(k) performance by boosting your contribution rate and re-assessing your investment strategy.

Are you financially fit?(3:06)Jul 27

Give yourself a financial check-up by revving up our 'How Healthy Are Your Finances?' tool.

How to consolidate your debt(2:02)Jul 20

If you're struggling to make your bill payments, consider taking out a consolidation loan or negotiating with your lenders.

Increase your credit limit(1:47)Jul 13

Having a higher credit limit can raise your score as long as you don't max out your cards.

Find charming homes, Texas-sized(3:02)Jul 12

McKinney, No. 5 on Money's Best Places to Live, is growing fast, thanks to families who love its historic district and diversity.

Secrets of a great place to live(1:42)Jul 9

What's it like if your hometown is one of Money's Best Places to Live? Some lucky residents share they love most about their city.

Why Eden Prairie is No. 1(3:26)Jul 9

Residents of the top city on Money's 100 Best Places to Live love the miles of open space, and the 'Minnesota-nice' community.

Work and play by the coast(2:46)Jul 12

Residents of Bellevue, Wash., No. 4 on Money's Best Places to Live, enjoy being near the water, mountains, and jobs at Microsoft.

Finances for a special-needs child(4:48)Jul 8

Amanda and Jason Purnell know they will have to financially support their daughter, who has Down syndrome, for the rest of her life.

How to save during hard times(1:54)Jul 6

Even if you don't have a lot of extra cash, there are still ways to put aside money and invest.

How does your 401(k) stack up?(3:01)Jun 30

Find out whether you are in a good, mediocre or lousy retirement plan.

Mark Cuban seeks financial advice(4:21)Jun 29

The chairman of HDNet asks our Money magazine expert for his opinion on where interest rates are headed.

Keep retirement planning simple(4:45)Jun 28

You don't need a complex savings plan to have a large nest egg for your retirement.

Managing your first bank account(2:11)Jun 24

Opening a bank account is an important step for college students off on their own at school.

On target for your retirement(4:02)Jun 23

Learn how much money you'll need to set aside to live comfortably on after you retire.

How to pay down credit card debt(1:49)Jun 15

Avoid credit card debt relief programs when trying to lower your bills.

Retirement savings catch-up(2:46)Jun 9

Even if you're close to retirement with no savings, making some dramatic changes can help you build a nest egg.

Secrets to a happy retirement(2:44)Jun 8

Having enough money in the bank isn't the only thing that will keep you happy in your post-career life.

Credit cards you should cut up(2:04)Jun 3

To simplify your credit card options and better manage your debt, choose to close newer accounts.

Pros and cons of 401(k) loans(3:10)Jun 2

You may need to borrow from your 401(k) but before you do, consider the significant penalties.

Time to take a trip to Europe?(1:35)Jun 1

This summer is a good time for Americans to travel to Europe and take advantage of the weaker euro.

Leaving the rat race for the hills(02:26)May 28

Steve Silberberg decided to quit his high-paying computer programming job at a financial firm to lead people on backpacking trips that help them lose weight.

Lower your mortgage balance(1:41)May 27

If you have the cash, it might be a good idea to pay a little extra on your house payment.

Your retirement paycheck(3:22)May 26

Choose a strategy to make sure you have enough money to maintain your standard of living in retirement.

There's no free life insurance(1:35)May 25

If you have a loan with a bank, it may be in its own benefit to offer you life insurance.

When to convert to a Roth IRA(3:13)May 20

Roth IRAs offer enticing tax benefits, but they may not be appropriate for all retirement plans.

How to retire on time(3:12)May 17

Target-date funds automatically adjust their asset mix to match your age and risk profile.

Fill investment bucket with DR(i)Ps(2:47)May 13

Dividend Reinvestment Plans, known as DRPs, are good ways to buy additional shares in companies without paying brokerage fees.

How much is your savings bond worth?(2:54)May 10

Just because your savings bonds have reached maturity doesn't mean they aren't paying interest; some still have very attractive yields.

Best way to pay student loan debt(2:24)May 7

Pre-payments allows borrowers to pay off loans quicker and save on interest, but they should use caution to meet other personal finance goals.

Investing for long-term profits(2:34)May 3

Learning the basic of investing takes time but it pays off in the long run.

How to pay for college(2:35)Apr 26

Higher education is expensive, but there are numerous government programs available to help soften the blow.

The dangers of debt consolidation(2:05)Apr 22

Credit card consolidation loans come with high fees and rarely make financial sense.

What you really need to retire(2:06)Apr 19

Many planners recommend saving and investing enough to replace 80% of your pre-retirement income.

How to avoid a tax audit by the IRS(3:46)Apr 15

Tips for avoiding additional scrutiny by the IRS and what to do if you do get audited.

Unemployment benefits taxed too(1:10)Apr 14

Many people don't realize it but income received through unemployment benefits is taxable.

Answers to your top 3 tax questions(3:11)Apr 14

Our resident money expert answers the most common questions about filing tax returns.

Don't miss the homebuyer tax credit(1:32)Apr 13

If you are buying a home and close by June 30, 2010, you can qualify for a tax credit on your 2009 taxes.

Tax time: Are you ready?(3:09)Apr 12

If you aren't ready to file your taxes, don't panic, the IRS allows you to file an extension with no questions asked.

How to save $2 million in 10 years(2:47)Apr 12

You can save $2 million in retirement savings in ten years, but it requires you to put away a massive amount each month.

Starting a dinner delivery biz(3:15)Apr 7

Advertising executive quit her job to start a catering business that focuses on comfort food and home delivery.