Today’s guest post is written by Tammy G. Bruzon. Tammy works for America Saves, managed by the nonprofit Consumer Federation of America (CFA), which seeks to motivate, encourage, and support low- to moderate-income households to save money, reduce debt, and build wealth. Learn more at Ameri...

Nine years after the housing bust, near retirees still hurting If you’re close to retirement and still feel like you’re recovering from the housing bust, you’re not alone. A recent report from the Center for Retirement Research shows that nearly 40 percent of all households ages 55 and over ha...

The prospect of working out when money is tight may be daunting, but it’s possible to exercise on a budget and spend less while still enjoying workouts. Using expensive equipment and buying a gym membership aren’t the only ways to keep fit. You can be trim and healthy without wasting mon...