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6 Habits of Successful 401(k) Savers 05/03/2015 08:00pm • For the majority of U.S. workers, the 401(k) plan has become the single largest source of retirement savings. If you participate in one, the good news is that you have more control over your retirement money. The bad news is that you have more control over your retirement money. For people who do n Should You Take a Social Networking Approach to Investing? 05/03/2015 08:00pm • Even before social media, investors liked getting a peek at where others were putting their money. In the 1990s, online forums and chat rooms gave retail investors a way to exchange ideas. In 1999, a now-defunct company called MetaMarkets launched three mutual funds. The firm put cameras in the tr 10 Tips for Finding the Best Deal on Your Mortgage 05/03/2015 08:00pm • Most people will need a mortgage to buy a home. That means that not only do you need to shop for a home, you need to shop for a home loan. But a survey of 2013 borrowers by the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau found that almost half of borrowers didn't shop around before settling on a mort How to Use an Anti-Budget 04/30/2015 08:00pm • Are you the type of person who diligently tracks every expense and knows exactly where all your dollars go? If so, congratulations! You're a rare specimen. If you're a regular, everyday person, on the other hand, line-itemizing your budget just isn't realistic. Sure, it's possible to keep a detail Learn to Teach With Scholarships for Educators 04/29/2015 08:00pm • The legendary college basketball coach John Wooden reportedly once told an interviewer that "the teaching profession contributes more to the future of our society than any other single profession." Becoming a teacher gives you the chance to directly affect future generations, and it continues to be Does it Make Sense to Buy a Second Home? 04/29/2015 08:00pm • Owning a second home may sound like something only the wildly rich do, but that isn't always so. Sometimes people buy a new house when they haven't had success selling the first. Other homeowners might like the idea of buying a second home to fix up and sell at a fat profit -- or to rent out. For t Local colleges ranked on nationwide value assessment 04/29/2015 04:40pm • WASHINGTON -- Whether you're a student or a parent, choosing a college is a major life decision. But the value of a school is about more than cost. It's about potential. While college A could be cheaper, college B could give a graduate a better chance at landing a high-paying job. On the other ha How to know if your finances are ready for kids 04/29/2015 12:00pm • If you want to have a baby soon, it's important to make sure your finances are ready for it. You've probably seen the statistics: It can cost over $200,000 to raise a child these days, so needless to say, the idea of raising a couple of them might be a bit harrowing. Luckily for you, there are ma 4 Things to Think About When Refinancing Student Loans 04/28/2015 08:00pm • If you want to take out a student loan, you need to sign a promissory note. This is essentially a contract. By signing it, you promise to repay the amount you owe plus interest, among other terms and conditions. Students often sign their promissory notes without thinking too much about this promise. MBA Programs Where Grads Can Afford Their Student Loans 04/27/2015 08:00pm • The U.S. News Short List, separate from our overall rankings, is a regular series that magnifies individual data points in hopes of providing students and parents a way to find which undergraduate or graduate programs excel or have room to grow in specific areas. Be sure to explore The Short List 5 things to do before signing your first apartment lease 04/27/2015 09:00am • Moving into your first apartment is a huge milestone. It means independence, both financially and psychologically, plus the chance to shop for new home decor. But before you take the leap and sign your first apartment lease, take these steps to present the strongest case to the landlord and protect 6 Reasons You Need More Money for Retirement 04/26/2015 08:00pm • If your 401(k) plan is doing OK and your IRA is flushed out, you may think you're doing pretty well for retirement, especially compared to your parents who likely saved a small portion of what's sitting in your retirement account. The problem is, you need a lot more money than your parents did to en 3 Ways to Clean Up Your Finances This Spring 04/26/2015 08:00pm • As the weather gets warmer and the snow finally melts, many people will begin their annual spring cleaning. In addition to it being the perfect time to dust off your bookshelves and clean out your closets and garage, now is a great opportunity to take a look at your finances and create a plan for t AP Top Political News At 2:45 p.m. EDT 04/24/2015 02:45pm • Attorney general to bid farewell after 6-year tenure New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie's wife leaves Wall Street job Presidential contender Marco Rubio seeks support in Iowa Not long ago, Rubio questioned his readiness for presidency New York to get nearly $1B loan to make commuter rail safer Unusual i AP Top Political News At 2:37 p.m. EDT 04/24/2015 02:37pm • Attorney general to bid farewell after 6-year tenure New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie's wife leaves Wall Street job Presidential contender Marco Rubio seeks support in Iowa Not long ago, Rubio questioned his readiness for presidency Cuomo: Nearly $1 billion loan for commuter rail safety Unusual ice cr