Shelly Gigante

What pre-retirees need to know to protect their assets and financial interests.

Your FSS can help you make an informed financial decisions about which school to attend.

Don’t let college costs, market volatility, or longevity risk give you financial nightmares. Try these budgetary incantations to ward off money management peril.

Facing our financial past and focusing on our future can help us take back control of our money matters.

Financial challenges for solo agers include possibly higher costs for housing and health care.

It’s never too late to close the gap by taking advantage of catch-up contribution opportunities.

Trick-or-treaters can practice budgeting, learn about market value, and even taxes. Here's some lessons to throw in with the candy.

Hackers and fraudsters who target your personal data are not going away. Protect yourself, and your accounts.

A growing body of research suggests social networking has put “keeping up with the Joneses” on steroids.

Four strategies to consider when you have to take an RMD from your retirement accounts during a stock market decline.

Informal money pools provide a source of alternative financing for Hispanic and other immigrant communities.

The bilingual brain may be better equipped to meet challenges and problem solve ... and potentially command a higher paycheck.

Mistakes are common when buying life insurance. Here's what to avoid.

Strategies to help one spouse qualify for Medicaid without leaving the other financially vulnerable.

Long-term goals are fine, but have a plan in place for inevitable market setbacks.

When you receive a life insurance death benefit, knowing how to use the money wisely can make a real difference. Discover 8 possibilities for beneficiaries.

Unused 529 funds can now give the beneficiary (student) a big head start on retirement savings.

With longer life expectancies and, statistically, less saved for retirement, Hispanic families face unique challenges in securing their financial future.