Personal Finance

Ad image

Latest Personal Finance News

8 life lessons your credit cards can teach you

Key takeaways Using credit cards can help you learn valuable life skills such as responsibility, accountability and independence. As in…

NGEC NGEC

What happens to your credit card after a balance transfer?

Key takeaways When you transfer a balance to a new card, the old card's balance will read as $0 unless…

NGEC NGEC

New Laws And Budget Proposals—Including One That’s Out Of This World

This is a published version of our weekly Forbes Tax Breaks newsletter. You can sign-up to get Tax Breaks in…

NGEC NGEC

Why You Might Be Responsible For Paying Your Parents’ Medical Debts

With Baby Boomers aging and nursing home care costs climbing, obscure old sleeper laws on the books in more than…

NGEC NGEC

Not a rewards junkie? That’s OK

This page was originally published in late 2022 and reflects the author’s financial decisions during that time. Card details may…

NGEC NGEC

Best Barclays business cards

BJI / Blue Jean Images/GettyImages Barclays offers four co-branded business credit cards that allow small-business owners to earn rewards from…

NGEC NGEC

Guide to American Express Membership Rewards

Key takeaways In order to earn Amex Membership Rewards points that have unrestricted redemption options, be sure the Amex credit…

NGEC NGEC

D.C. Cir. Finds IRS Summons Prevents Qualified Amended Return Defense

The IRS frequently imposes penalties against taxpayers who file incorrect tax returns. And these accuracy-related penalties can be steep, representing…

NGEC NGEC

Should You Pause Paying Student Loans? Here Are Some Pros And Cons

Navigating student loans can be daunting, particularly when financial circumstances hinder your ability to make consistent payments. Many borrowers consider…

NGEC NGEC

Best debt relief options for credit card debt

If you are struggling with credit card debt, you may feel overwhelmed and unsure how to find relief. You’re not…

NGEC NGEC