Aggressive telemarketers have pretended to be the IRS and charities, but apparently they've hit a new low recently -- impersonating schoolteachers.

Fifty-five people were indicted in an identity theft and tax-fraud scheme, but 33 suspects are still at large, many of whom are no longer in the country.

What do you do if you're suddenly left without a paycheck? Some in this position may look to payday loans. Here's what you need to know before you borrow.

Many of us recovering from a financial setback, in which bills went unpaid for an extended period of time, wind up with accounts in collections. Here are 10 common questions about credit scores and debt ...

We’ve heard a lot of celebrating lately about how the growth in health spending is slowing. So why does it seem like we’re paying more for health care?

Small businesses in the U.S. have improved their credit profiles, but certain areas of the country have seen more success than others.

We hear about how reward programs are getting worse. But let's look at three credit card reward programs have changed for the better.

MasterCard and Visa are the most popular networks, and most credit card users find them to be indistinguishable. So let's look at the differences.

If you do it right, a home renovation or remodel could add a lot to the value of your home. These tips will help you stay on budget when renovating.

A new survey details the four money mindsets of American consumers when it comes to financial planning. Which one are you?

Home sales and prices continued to recover in August, according RealtyTrac’s monthly residential and foreclosure sales report.

If you’re trying to pay off a collection account, beware: you may owe more than you thought, because debt collectors can often charge interest.

Most states don’t require schools to teach financial education, but the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau says it shouldn’t be that way.

Many of the most popular types of mortgages from the days of the housing bubble have virtually disappeared. But are they extinct, or just hibernating?

The CFPB, the Fed and other organizations issued advice to financial institutions for spotting signs of crimes against senior citizens.

Kids' increased use of mobile devices has left them more vulnerable to child identity theft online.

A new report identifies the 25 hidden-gem, single-family rental markets across the country, for those looking to buy investment property.

If you're a victim of credit card theft, it's extremely important to report the theft immediately in order to minimize the damage to your credit.

Imagine $100,000 falls into your hands. What would you do with it? Some consumers say they would use it to pay off debt.

As exciting as it is to imagine your credit card rewards multiplying, there is often a catch. Here are 7 ways cardholders will fail to earn their rewards.

Here are the top seven credit mistakes senior citizens make that can hurt their retirement, and what they can do to fix them.

After I published my post on the retirement crisis yesterday, I got a few emails asking the same question: How much should I be saving for retirement?

The CFPB released a study, ranking the student loan servicers -- FedLoan Servicing (PHEAA), Great Lakes, Nelnet and Sallie Mae -- on their customer service.

Chase says it will no longer offer joint credit cards to its customers. Existing accounts aren't affected, and cardholders can still add authorized users.

If you ask most people what types of credit accounts can hurt your credit score, many would say credit cards. But here are 3 other accounts you shouldn't ignore.

About one in seven U.S. adults don’t use email or are not online, according to a poll published by Wednesday by the Pew Research Center.

As part of our Best Credit Cards in America series, this month we look at the best business reward credit cards.

Consumers have shifted $7.7 billion in spending from prepaid cards and debit cards to credit cards in 2012, according to an analysis of industry data by MasterCard.

Adrian College announced a plan to pay student loans for graduates who can't find a job or earn below a certain amount of money.

Law enforcement officials are asking iPhone users to upgrade their phones with the new iOS 7 software for its security features.

You probably know that applying for credit can lower your credit scores. But can getting approved for a credit card help your credit score?

According to a new survey, American adults, whether or not they have kids, aren’t very optimistic about young Americans’ financial futures.

The U.S. Census Bureau released a new survey, which gave insight on the wealth distribution within the nation. Here are the cities with the lowest income.

Are you engaged? Depending on your finances, you might be better off buying a home before you walk down the aisle. Here’s when to consider doing just that.

A record number of consumers took out an auto loan or lease when car shopping in the second quarter of 2013, according to Experian Automotive.

The idea of adding an authorized user to a credit card account is often considered to be as risky as cosigning a loan.

Timely debt payments, particularly on credit cards and first mortgages, have led to a trend of year-over-year decline in the national default rate.

Credit can be confusing, so we wrote out the five most important credit rules you need to follow -- on a Post-it note.

Despite recent warnings that your Facebook friends’ or Twitter followers' financial problems might kill your credit scores, you can relax.

When it comes to earning great credit, knowledge is half the battle. Here's the basics on credit reports and credit scores to help you build great credit.

Once new rules go into effect Oct. 1, reverse mortgage changes may make the loans more difficult to get, and allow access to less of a home’s value.

While credit card fine print can hold nasty surprises sometimes, there are some great cardholder benefits you can find too.

If you've ever fallen behind on your bills, you know what it means to be hounded by debt collectors. But here's why it pays to know who you're dealing with.

The mortgage market has gained momentum, with loan originations up 10% year over year in the second quarter of 2013, according to an analysis by Experian.

Based on the U.S. Census Bureau's 2012 American Community Survey results, we look at the 10 cities that have the highest incomes.

At the heart of a strong financial plan is an emergency fund. Here is a list of ways to quickly get you started, even if your income is limited.

Users of iPhone and other smartphones need to remove the sensitive and revealing information that's stored on their device before handing it over.

Mortgage rates dipped to a 5-week low after the Federal Reserve announced Wednesday that it would continue its economic stimulus measures.