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I'm a personal finance reporter and I recently bought my wedding dress. Here's what I learned from the experience.

Countries take different paths to retirement security, from voluntary savings in the U.S. to mandatory contributions in the Netherlands and Australia.

Higher-income households have higher rates of retail refunds compared with lower-income shoppers, a report found. Here's why.

Consumers will have to start paying duties like tariffs on all online orders of less than $800 shipped directly to their doorstep.

Consumer debt is near an all-time high, and there are signs that an increasing number of borrowers are struggling to pay their monthly bills.

Pop star Taylor Swift recently got engaged to football player Travis Kelce. Here's what shoppers need to know about her ring.

Federal student loan borrowers' options for repaying their debt have dramatically changed -- with more shifts to come. Here's what to know.

President Donald Trump removed Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook based on mortgage fraud allegations. Here's what to know about the issue.

Experts shared tips on how student loan borrowers can get help with their debt, amid a myriad of recent changes and disruptions to the lending system.

Travelers could score discounts on high-end items like watches and clothing by buying overseas. However, the strategy comes with risks.