Lizzie O'Leary

In the last few years, current and former employees have taken their companies to court over workplace retirement accounts.

Many workers and soon-to-be retirees live by a set of rules they were told would let them live comfortably. But a new report shows one of those major guidelines might need a revision.

On any other day, Joe James would be working as a microbiologist with the EPA. But, after the government shutdown, he's not sure when he'll be back to work.

Many businesses, in D.C. and around the country, have taken to giving furloughed workers discounts or freebies.

Answering listener questions about 529 college savings plans -- and 10 tips on things you should know about them.

The new health care exchanges will create even more options for consumers in an already crowded market. One group likely to shop around: self-employed workers.

The housing market is showing positive signs with prices climbing back up. But is now the time to buy?

The U.S. Census released a report on the national median income and poverty rate this week. And Marketplace released a data tool on incomes to tell a bigger story about how we live at any income.

You've heard of the Federal Reserve. You've heard of Ben Bernanke. You know that they're important. But do you know how the Fed's decisions directly affect your wallet?

What resources are available for people who take care of sick or elderly loved ones?