Credit & Money Management

The Looming Threat of Student Debt

It could hobble the economy, but borrowers have a new advocate in Rohit Chopra.

Lower the Rate on All Your Loans

Cutting the interest rates on your credit card and auto loans could be as easy as asking.

Have It Your Way With This Credit Card

Barclaycard Ring MasterCard encourages cardholders to join an online community.

Would You Open a Bank Account for Free Concert Tickets?

Don't jump on the offer if the account isn't right for you -- even if the tickets are for your favorite band.

Paying Rent on Time May Improve Your Credit Score

Experian is now giving more renters the opportunity to report the payment history.

Great Advice From Around the Web

A weekly look at personal finance tips and insights others are offering.

Great Advice From Around the Web

A weekly look at personal finance tips and insights others are offering.

Our Best Personal Finance Advice for New Grads

Take heed of these seven personal finance tips now and have no regrets about your early financial life later.

How Americans Rank When It Comes to Discussing Money With Kids

A recent survey shows that parents in the U.S. spend less time talking with their children about financial issues than parents in other countries do.

Great Advice From Around the Web

A weekly look at personal finance tips and insights others are offering.

Our Personal Finance Advice for "Girls"

Do you identify with the characters in HBO's popular new show as they stumble into adulthood and deal with financial challenges? Here's some help -- for the money problems.

Credit Cards You Can Count On Overseas

If you plan on traveling outside the U.S., consider getting a card with both a magnetic stripe and smart chip.

How to Build 'Team You'

Our writers know a thing or two about going to knowledgeable sources they—and you—can trust.

Rolling Over a 401(k)

If your income will drop after you retire, then waiting to convert to a Roth IRA could reduce the tax bite.

5 Things You Need to Know About Unused Gift Cards

Take advantage of an active market for cards that are gathering dust.

The Dangers of Credit Card-Linked Discount Offers

New loyalty programs being offered by card companies may look tempting, but there are drawbacks.

How to Establish Financial Independence (with Some Help from Mom and Dad)

If you're lucky enough to have parents helping you financially, be sure their generosity doesn't stop you from becoming independent

Great Advice From Around the Web

A weekly look at personal finance tips and insights others are offering.

Improve Your Credit Score Before Applying for a Loan

To qualify for a lower loan rate, follow this timeline to boost your score.

Strategies for Repaying Student Loans

If you or your child is graduating from college soon, find out how to handle student debt.

Improve Your Financial Literacy

It's Financial Literacy Month -- time to boost your knowledge of money management.

Best Rewards Credit Cards for Small Businesses

These cards can help business owners get cash back and discounts on supplies and services.

What Your Credit Card Covers When You Rent a Car

Using your card for rental transactions will help fill insurance gaps.

Betterment.com: This Online Investing Tool Just Got Better

For little cost, get help managing your investment portfolios, no matter how small.

Obama Touts His Middle-Class Experience

The President tells Kiplinger that his working-class upbringing differs from the GOP candidates.

Great Advice From Around the Web

A weekly look at personal finance tips and insights others are offering.

Why Your Credit-Card Debt Won't Die

We tend to pay off the card with the smallest balance first, regardless of the interest rate.

Introducing the Kip App

Available on the iPad, our new app is so cool I can hardly stand it, and I invite you to see for yourself.

The Fees and Shortcomings of Celebrity-Endorsed Prepaid Debit Cards

They may be trendy, but these cards carry fees and won't help you build credit.

6 Tips to Make the Most of Banking and Credit/Debt

How to beat bank fees, take advantage of credit card perks and pay off debt.

From Gown to Town Mayor

Last November, Svante Myrick was elected Ithaca, N.Y.’s youngest mayor at 24. Here’s how he managed his own finances, and how he plans to deal with the city’s.