Get the most out of your 401(k)(3:44)11:36am

Increase your 401(k) performance by boosting your contribution rate and re-assessing your investment strategy.

Are you financially fit?(3:06)Jul 27

Give yourself a financial check-up by revving up our 'How Healthy Are Your Finances?' tool.

How to consolidate your debt(2:02)Jul 20

If you're struggling to make your bill payments, consider taking out a consolidation loan or negotiating with your lenders.

Increase your credit limit(1:47)Jul 13

Having a higher credit limit can raise your score as long as you don't max out your cards.

Find charming homes, Texas-sized(3:02)Jul 12

McKinney, No. 5 on Money's Best Places to Live, is growing fast, thanks to families who love its historic district and diversity.

Secrets of a great place to live(1:42)Jul 9

What's it like if your hometown is one of Money's Best Places to Live? Some lucky residents share they love most about their city.

Why Eden Prairie is No. 1(3:26)Jul 9

Residents of the top city on Money's 100 Best Places to Live love the miles of open space, and the 'Minnesota-nice' community.

Work and play by the coast(2:46)Jul 12

Residents of Bellevue, Wash., No. 4 on Money's Best Places to Live, enjoy being near the water, mountains, and jobs at Microsoft.

Finances for a special-needs child(4:48)Jul 8

Amanda and Jason Purnell know they will have to financially support their daughter, who has Down syndrome, for the rest of her life.

How to save during hard times(1:54)Jul 6

Even if you don't have a lot of extra cash, there are still ways to put aside money and invest.

How does your 401(k) stack up?(3:01)Jun 30

Find out whether you are in a good, mediocre or lousy retirement plan.

Mark Cuban seeks financial advice(4:21)Jun 29

The chairman of HDNet asks our Money magazine expert for his opinion on where interest rates are headed.

Keep retirement planning simple(4:45)Jun 28

You don't need a complex savings plan to have a large nest egg for your retirement.

Managing your first bank account(2:11)Jun 24

Opening a bank account is an important step for college students off on their own at school.

On target for your retirement(4:02)Jun 23

Learn how much money you'll need to set aside to live comfortably on after you retire.

How to pay down credit card debt(1:49)Jun 15

Avoid credit card debt relief programs when trying to lower your bills.

Retirement savings catch-up(2:46)Jun 9

Even if you're close to retirement with no savings, making some dramatic changes can help you build a nest egg.

Secrets to a happy retirement(2:44)Jun 8

Having enough money in the bank isn't the only thing that will keep you happy in your post-career life.

Credit cards you should cut up(2:04)Jun 3

To simplify your credit card options and better manage your debt, choose to close newer accounts.

Pros and cons of 401(k) loans(3:10)Jun 2

You may need to borrow from your 401(k) but before you do, consider the significant penalties.

Time to take a trip to Europe?(1:35)Jun 1

This summer is a good time for Americans to travel to Europe and take advantage of the weaker euro.

Leaving the rat race for the hills(02:26)May 28

Steve Silberberg decided to quit his high-paying computer programming job at a financial firm to lead people on backpacking trips that help them lose weight.

Lower your mortgage balance(1:41)May 27

If you have the cash, it might be a good idea to pay a little extra on your house payment.

Your retirement paycheck(3:22)May 26

Choose a strategy to make sure you have enough money to maintain your standard of living in retirement.

There's no free life insurance(1:35)May 25

If you have a loan with a bank, it may be in its own benefit to offer you life insurance.

When to convert to a Roth IRA(3:13)May 20

Roth IRAs offer enticing tax benefits, but they may not be appropriate for all retirement plans.

How to retire on time(3:12)May 17

Target-date funds automatically adjust their asset mix to match your age and risk profile.

Fill investment bucket with DR(i)Ps(2:47)May 13

Dividend Reinvestment Plans, known as DRPs, are good ways to buy additional shares in companies without paying brokerage fees.

How much is your savings bond worth?(2:54)May 10

Just because your savings bonds have reached maturity doesn't mean they aren't paying interest; some still have very attractive yields.

Best way to pay student loan debt(2:24)May 7

Pre-payments allows borrowers to pay off loans quicker and save on interest, but they should use caution to meet other personal finance goals.

Investing for long-term profits(2:34)May 3

Learning the basic of investing takes time but it pays off in the long run.

How to pay for college(2:35)Apr 26

Higher education is expensive, but there are numerous government programs available to help soften the blow.

The dangers of debt consolidation(2:05)Apr 22

Credit card consolidation loans come with high fees and rarely make financial sense.

What you really need to retire(2:06)Apr 19

Many planners recommend saving and investing enough to replace 80% of your pre-retirement income.

How to avoid a tax audit by the IRS(3:46)Apr 15

Tips for avoiding additional scrutiny by the IRS and what to do if you do get audited.

Unemployment benefits taxed too(1:10)Apr 14

Many people don't realize it but income received through unemployment benefits is taxable.

Answers to your top 3 tax questions(3:11)Apr 14

Our resident money expert answers the most common questions about filing tax returns.

Don't miss the homebuyer tax credit(1:32)Apr 13

If you are buying a home and close by June 30, 2010, you can qualify for a tax credit on your 2009 taxes.

Tax time: Are you ready?(3:09)Apr 12

If you aren't ready to file your taxes, don't panic, the IRS allows you to file an extension with no questions asked.

How to save $2 million in 10 years(2:47)Apr 12

You can save $2 million in retirement savings in ten years, but it requires you to put away a massive amount each month.

Starting a dinner delivery biz(3:15)Apr 7

Advertising executive quit her job to start a catering business that focuses on comfort food and home delivery.

Surviving a long-term job search(4:00)Apr 1

Looking for work is never easy but for the long-term unemployed it is even more challenging.

Unemployed money management(1:58)Mar 31

If you are currently out of work, you'll need to make important decisions on what you can and cannot afford.

Better alternatives to 401(k)(3:09)Mar 29

It's tempting to want to leave your 401(k) for higher returns elsewhere, but abandoning your plan may end up costing you more in the long run.

How to get a home equity loan(1:25)Mar 25

HELOCs aren't the bargains they once were but lenders are still extending lines of credit.

Lower your credit card balance(1:44)Mar 23

Try to pay more than the monthly minimum payment on your credit card to avoid paying more in interest than your original charges.

Tax write-offs for freelancers(1:57)Mar 23

Claiming as many deductions as possible could lower taxable income for the self-employed.

Stash your cash in Treasury bonds(3:09)Mar 22

U.S. government bonds are very safe investments but they won't give you much of a return.

Need money? Don't raid your 401(k)(1:41)Mar 18

Taking an early distribution from a 401(k) will trigger taxes and well as penalty payments.

Get grandma to pay for college(1:27)Mar 18

Many grandparents fund 529 accounts to help save for college tuition.