Interest rates can shape savings, investments and borrowing costs, impacting everything from mortgages to short-term loans and overall financial strategy. Learn more here.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act has expanded the way 529 plans can be utilized, transforming them from traditional college savings plans into more versatile financial planning tools that cover a wide range of educational expenses.
Even as interest rates change, you can put your year-end bonus to work with a mix of liquidity options that may help you preserve capital and potentially earn income in the short term.
Custodial accounts can impact financial aid eligibility. Learn how a UGMA or UTMA account is treated on the FAFSA and what families should consider when planning for their child's future education.
Compare Trump Accounts and 529 plans to learn how each works - and how opening both accounts could help support your child's long-term financial future.
Trump Accounts are expected to be available in July 2026 for certain children under the age of 18. Some newborns may even be eligible for a $1,000 government deposit. Learn how these accounts work and how they compare to other investing options.
Falling oil prices and a shift in Federal Reserve tone are easing inflation pressures and prompting a reassessment of the outlook for rates and risk assets.
Gold can be seen as a safe-haven investment that may act as a hedge against market volatility, geopolitical uncertainty and inflation. Here's what to consider before investing.
Mutual fund fees come in several forms, including ongoing operating expenses, sales charges and account-level fees. Learn how expense ratios, sales loads and 12b-1 fees can all affect long-term investment returns.