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Test Your Financial Know-How
This quick exam lets you show off your knowledge -- and maybe pick up a little, too.
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RETIREMENT
Open Your First IRA
How to get started and where to put your money.
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 Retirement Basics
COLLEGE
529 Plan FAQs
We've got answers to your state college-saving plan questions.
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College Basics
BUDGETING
Save or Pay Down Debt?
Get rid of high-interest debt before you start setting aside cash.
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Budgeting Basics
ESTATE PLANNING
Why You Need a Will
Besides directing where your money and belongings go, a will is where you name guardians for your kids.
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Estate Planning Basics
FAQs
Answers to Your Planning Questions
Do you need an advisor? How much allowance should you give your kids? What's the best way to save for college? Should you rebalance your 401(k)?
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YOUR HOME
When It's Time to Refinance
If you're paying a higher-than-market rate on your mortgage, you may be a prime candidate for refinancing.
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Your Home Basics
CARS
Preparation Is Everything
Follow these seven steps to get the best price on a new car.
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Car Basics
FAQs
Answers to Your Spending Questions
Should you lease your next car? When should you refinance your mortgage?
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Tutorials
These step-by-step guides will introduce you to the fundamentals of investing, saving, financial planning and money management.
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Glossary
Use this finance-to-English dictionary as your one-stop guide to key financial terms.
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STOCKS
Earnings: The Bottom Line
Earnings are the key to determining a stock's value. Find out what the numbers mean as well as what else to look for at earnings time.
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Stock Basics
FUNDS
Pick Funds the Right Way
Evaluating and choosing a mutual fund isn't as difficult as it may seem. The process really revolves around a mere ten principles.
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Fund Basics
BONDS
Bonds Made Easy
Investing in bonds may seem complicated. This article can help clear things up.
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Bonds Basics
FAQs
Answers to Your Investing Questions
How many mutual funds should I own? Where can I research stocks and funds online?
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CREDIT & BANKING
Lighten Your Debt Load
If shedding those excess loans and credit cards is harder than you thought, try these payment reducing strategies.
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Credit & Banking Basics
TAXES
How to Adjust Your Withholding
If your tax refund was more than $500, or if you owed more than 10% of your total tax bill, you need to turn in a new W-4.
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Tax Basics
INSURANCE
Surf for Life Insurance
There are plenty of Web sites that offer quotes -- just make sure you know what you're getting.
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Insurance Basics
FAQs
Answers to Your Finances Questions
How can I clean up my credit score? How much life insurance do I need? What are my chances of being audited?
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