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Why the government can't plan ahead

Feb 10, 2014
Congress is not good at predicting future spending and deficits.

How to talk about money every week

Aug 17, 2012
Financial planner Jude Boudreaux doesn't think it's enough for couples to talk about money once a month. He thinks they should discuss finances every week.
Financial planner Jude Boudreaux advises couples to talk about their finances once a week.
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Financial literacy: No time like the present

Apr 20, 2012
Commentator Chris Farrell thinks there's no time like the present to get smart about your finances.

The best time to buy airline tickets

Jan 23, 2012
A recent study finds domestic airfares bought six weeks in advance are the cheapest.

Prepare Yourself!

Aug 26, 2011
Many people are going to watching and preparing for Hurricane Irene as she hits this weekend, but even for those who are not in immediate danger -...