For many American households, August is back-to-school season. But even if no one in your home is preparing to hit the books, there is still something to learn about the back-to-school mindset. It’s ...

Clarify your goals and discuss expectations before moving in with your parents to save for a home. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising partners of NerdWallet, but ...

Due to financial pressures and personal events, 46% of parents say their adult children have moved back home. Here’s how to navigate the potential ‘boomerang burden.’ It’s a financially challenging ...

On occasion, I’ll be revisiting and updating past columns with the most universal financial advice. This column originally ran on April 30, 2005. Robert Frost had it right in “The Death of the Hired ...

Your home should feel like a stylish sanctuary, but certain items might be working against you. Many of us hold onto things that seemed trendy once but now make our spaces look dated or cheap.