emergency funds

5 Things Every Single Person Needs to Do With Their Money

When you're on your own, you're on your own, especially when it comes to money. Here's how singles can protect it.

Life happens. Don't let a major curveball impact your ability to save for retirement.

No one is immune to disabling injury or illness. Are you prepared for the what-if?

When your paycheck is only making ends meet, it takes a toll on your money and your mood. It's time to get proactive.

If money is tight, these easy, smart personal finance habits can help turn your financial life around.

Millions of Americans are saddled with debt. To truly get rid of it, you need to get to the root of the problem.

It's hard to know when you're 100 percent ready to have a baby, but these financial signs mean you're off to a great start.

The Great Recession left our finances in the lurch. These money moves will protect you if we enter another one.

An emergency fund isn't just for the working world. You need to bring one into retirement, too.

Emergency can strike your small business just as it can your personal life. Protect all you've worked for with a business emergency fund.

Have you already blown the holiday budget for this year? Here's how to get back on track.

It's a new year! Ditch the unrealistic resolutions and make these smart, achievable money moves right on January 1.

Credit card debt is a tough cycle to break. If you're making these mistakes, it's only going to get tougher.

With a new year comes a slew of hard-to-keep resolutions. Reaching these money goals only requires a little bit of work up front. It's easy!

Not all savings accounts are created equal. When it comes to stashing your savings, there are a few key features to look for.

Are you toeing the line of too much debt? These warning signs say so.

Your days of relying on others for financial support are done. Good for you! Now it's time to make some smart money moves, ASAP.

The smartest thing you can do for your retirement is to start preparing ASAP — that includes 20-somethings, too.

Your emergency fund is always there for you. But if you're creative, you can also make it earn money for you.

When your latest financial emergency is that you can't afford an emergency, it's time to start building that safety net — quickly!