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25 poorest members of Congress 12/29/2015 09:45am • By Palmer Gibbs "The following information is provided by Graphiq and Center for Responsive Politics." The media and pundits like to take politicians to task for living a cushy lifestyle that’s worlds apart from the everyday experiences of average Americans. But a handful of members of C Coal Stocks Are a Long-Term Play for Patient Investors 12/28/2015 07:00pm • This time of year, a lump of coal is generally viewed as something for the naughty crowd. But over the long term, a small amount of exposure to the ailing U.S. coal industry might prove nice for investment portfolios. In 2010 and 2011, the coal industry, which supplies coal-fired power plants as wel 4 Ways Millennials Can Invest In Real Estate 12/23/2015 07:00pm • If you ask investors, many will tell you real estate is the best place to park your money for long-term gains. In fact, 27 percent of 1,000 adults surveyed in July by Bankrate said real estate was the best way to invest money not needed for another 10 years. That topped the list of options, beating Why Paying Off Your Mortgage Early Isn't Always a Good Idea 12/23/2015 07:00pm • Many homeowners make paying off their mortgage early a financial goal. The allure of eliminating one big payment a month is strong, especially because it means you no longer have to deal with a mortgage servicer. But paying off your mortgage early may not actually be the best financial strategy. "P 10 retirement resolutions for 2016 12/23/2015 09:00am • We all know we should be saving more for retirement. It's common knowledge that increasing our retirement savings by a percent or two will help us to be better prepared for retirement. But in addition to saving regularly, here are some ways to improve your retirement finances in 2016. Plan for a Saying 'I Do' Could Affect Your Student Debt 12/22/2015 07:00pm • For richer, for poorer.For centuries, couples have said this -- or a variation thereof -- on their wedding days. However, student loans are one thing prospective spouses haven't been dealing with for centuries, and this subject seems to be giving a lot of them cold feet nowadays. Wedding season is t 25 ways to improve your finances in 2016 12/22/2015 09:00am • A new year often inspires new habits, including financial ones. If you want to put yourself on a path to build wealth throughout the year, then consider these 25 steps, all of which are designed to help you rein in spending and work toward greater financial security. They include both offensive move 9 Things to Do in the New Year to Brighten Your Financial Outlook 12/21/2015 07:00pm • A new year is approaching, and with it comes the desire to do better. We make New Year's resolutions for all aspects of our life, and our money should be part of that. If you're spending too much and saving too little, or if you don't even know where your money is going, this is a good time to give Frontier Markets Offer Growth, Diversity to Investors 12/21/2015 07:00pm • It'll be a tough task so soon after the latest "Star Wars" theatrical release, but remember that other shoot-'em-up sci-fi epic? Not the one in a galaxy far, far away, but the one where space is the final frontier? Humanity may not be as advanced as it is in "Star Trek" -- yet -- but there are still How to Quickly Get Rid of Holiday Debt 12/21/2015 07:00pm • It's a familiar cycle for many Americans. You dream of having this wonderful holiday season with your family and friends. You have visions of your loved ones opening the perfect gift and having a warm smile on their face. You think about the perfect meal with everyone gathered around a table togethe How a Cash Diet Can Kick-Start Your Money Resolutions 12/21/2015 07:00pm • After indulging in eggnog, cookies and, of course, gift-giving -- it's probably time for a diet or two. Many Americans will vow to shed those extra pounds or increase debt repayments (or both) come 2016. Those looking to get beach-body ready can try Weight Watchers, juicing and SoulCycle classes -- 5 Ways to Prepare Your Finances for Retirement 12/21/2015 07:00pm • The basic foundation of retirement planning is building up a retirement savings portfolio that is large enough to enable you to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle for the rest of your life. Faithfully funding and intelligently investing in a 401(k) plan, individual retirement account or similar type of What happens to your debt after you die? 12/21/2015 03:00am • Thankfully, you can't take it with you. Your debt, that is. When you depart this world, your debt stays behind. That may be reassuring to a lot of consumers. According to a new survey of 1,004 U.S. adults from CreditCards.com, 1 in 5 Americans believe his or her debt will never be paid off. Bu 6 Painless Ways to Save for Retirement 12/20/2015 07:00pm • Everyone knows you're supposed to save money for retirement. So how come, according to the Employee Benefit Research Institute, over half of workers admit they have less than $25,000 in savings? It's difficult to save money, especially if you're raising a family on anything less than the median hous Tips for Successful Senior Investing 12/20/2015 07:00pm • As tempting as it may be for retirees to increase their income by reaching for dividend yield, there are dangers on that investment path. But if you're planning on exposing yourself to greater risk in hopes of generating more retirement income, there are a few strategies you should know. From Octobe