Money

Be prepared for the realities of Social Security so you can protect your finances.

Here's what you need to know to make the right call.

Do today's workers need to write off the idea of collecting benefits?

Small steps can add up to significant savings.

Views from a tower in Portugal, gondolas in Venice, beaches in the Bahamas — as you scroll through your social media feeds, it seems like everyone you’ve ever met is…

A key component of President Joe Biden’s agenda is making its way toward law, which contains new taxes on large companies. The bill also includes a provision that aims to curtail a trending balance sheet strategy utilized by companies, known as stock buybacks. The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 was approved by the U.S. Senate […]

As far as economic events go, true depressions are rare. Over the last century, the Great Depression of the 1930s was the only economic downturn in the U.S. that earned the distinction of being classified as a depression. Today, rising inflation, contracting gross domestic product (GDP) and stagnant wages have prompted some to question whether […]

Rising inflation rates and negative gross domestic product (GDP) data are leading many Americans to worry about another recession. This might be a valid concern—since the U.S. economy appears to be slowing down after a moderate period of expansion. A full understanding of what a recession is provides some context. In basic terms, a recession […]

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These tried-and-true strategies will work for just about anyone.

Your path to $1 million may be easier than expected.

Make sure it's your absolute last option.

Don't let another day go by without correcting these errors.

Don't wait until you're on the cusp of retirement to snag a higher payday.

Despite its name, the Inflation Reduction Act is largely a climate spending bill. If passed, it would represent the largest climate investment in U.S. history, allocating $369 billion to programs…

If you use your bank’s mobile app, you likely have access to an array of features, some of which you may not know about. These features could make saving, earning…

Welcome to NerdWallet’s Smart Money podcast, where we answer your real-world money questions. In this episode, NerdWallet investing writer Andy Rosen attempts to explain what cryptocurrency is to his family.…

Don't be too quick to step in just because some of these high-profile stocks are on sale.

Maxing out your 401(k) may not be the absolute best way for you to fund your retirement.

In October, the Social Security Administration is likely to announce the largest increase in benefits in over 40 years.

It’s that time again: back to school, back to spending so much money on supplies. And this year, families will have to shell out even more than usual because of…

If someone's ever told you investing in individual stocks is pointless when you could invest in ETFs instead, keep reading.

There's no need to stress or settle for less money than the sum you're aiming for.

Just how reliable is Social Security?