Amidst the many financial and economic discussions happening around the United States, there is a serious issue lurking right around the corner.   Although mortgage rates are around their all time low and consumer borrowing appears …

For Generation X clients, the majority of their retirement savings are in the company 401(k).   While you do have a multitude of options of what you can do with your 401(k) if you leave your …

Your college roommate or long time childhood friend invites you to their wedding.   Or better yet, you’ve got a big family and your second cousin Joe is getting married and last time you saw him …

I love my kids.   I really do.  Like any parent, you get excited when they get good grades, their sports teams do well, or they achieve something special that helps you feel like you are …

They say with investing that out of sight out of mind is a great idea or you’ll end up spending your money.  When it comes to paying monthly bills, it seems that the ‘out of …

With the first big day of March Madness tomorrow, we all have our brackets filled out and ready to go with our Final Four picks.   This year is sure to be filled with some Cinderella …

Kalen Smith writes about investing, retirement, and economic policy on Money Crashers Personal Finance.
For the sake of convenience, many investors do not look to manage their own portfolios or choose their own investments. Investors who …

Here Is One Way For The U.S. Government To Create New Revenue
Clark Griswold had this horrific look on his face when he opened up his Christmas bonus check in the movie Christmas Vacation.   His entire …

If you have owned a business for a long period of time and were considering selling, 2012 may be year for you find a buyer to take over your shop.   The Presidential election and many …

If Santa Clause didn’t come down your chimney with anything good this year, Congress has decided to give you a stocking stuffer for the New Year.   With nearly 160 million workers that will benefit from …