Shelly Gigante: Senior Contributor

Opportunities to offset prior-year income and capture credits are available until the April deadline.

Adult children may be legally responsible for their parents' long-term care costs.

Seniors are turning to home-sharing programs and cohousing communities to help with the bills and chores.

Cut college costs by as much as half by studying abroad, leveling down, or paying in-state tuition.

To control your tuition costs, start with schools that offer generous scholarships and financial aid.

Through penalties, underfunding, or dividend goofs, you may be giving the IRS more than you owe.

A women's hockey star is using her experience to help the next generation become catalysts for change.

Online tools can help you save money and avoid costly mistakes.

It's life insurance which covers two policyowners and pays-off at the second death.

From credits to write-offs, parents have opportunities to lower their tax liability.

Multiple policies can handle some of life's complexities.

Sports parents, through acts of mutuality, make it possible for our kids to pursue their passion.

Don't leave credits and deductions for your income taxes on the table.

The age you are when you have your first child may affect your finances in different ways.

Spending on youth sports has spiraled. Here are tips on paring costs and focusing on fun.

An estate plan can protect your assets, provided you avoid costly mistakes in your trust, ownership and more.

The right life insurance policy not only protects your family from financial risk, but also fits your budget.

If your mom does not have certain plans in place, she may be vulnerable to financial risk.

Shelly Gigante