Once you start receiving your first paychecks after graduation, knowing how to spend or save your money wisely can be tough. While you may be able to do your banking with just a few taps on your phone, managing money well is more complicated. Here are a few tips to help you get started.

When faced with two big financial priorities, such as paying off old debt and saving for retirement, it can be easier to focus on just one. But there are ways you can contribute to retirement savings even while paying off student or other debt. Here are some steps to help you save while reducing what you owe.

Everybody loves summer, right? School’s out. Students are graduating. Friends are getting married. And everybody’s thinking vacation! The trouble is, the costs for all the summer fun can add up and sabotage your savings goals in the process. The good news is that with a little planning, you and your family can enjoy all summer has to offer, without stressing your budget.

Have you ever gone shopping, only to arrive at the register and wonder if you had enough money in your account to pay for your purchase? If you have, you know that it can be an uncomfortable situation. Fortunately, the technology exists to help you avoid these concerns in the future.

Buying a home is a common undertaking for many Americans, but it's also one of the most complicated — not to mention costly — purchases adults will ever make. It's important to understand these 10 essential terms so you're ready to make smart decisions with your money.

If you are the parent of a young child, you probably spend a lot of time reading with her. After all, literacy is important. But what about financial literacy? To help your child grow into a financially-independent adult, help her cultivate solid money management skills.

Expecting a substantial income tax refund this year? If so, you are in the majority - over 70 percent of Americans get money back at the end of the tax year, with the average refund being close to $2,000. Rather than having those precious dollars being absorbed into your normal spending routine, get the most out of your cash.

You’ve probably heard of the Big 3 credit reporting bureaus -- Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion – but you may wonder why it is that one person’s credit score can vary among these three. Here are some tips on understanding your credit score.

The cost of college has gone up and the amount of money that many students have borrowed to complete their degree programs has also increased. While repaying those loans can seem daunting, it is possible. Here are some helpful tips to help manage student loan debt.