Shelly Gigante: Senior Contributor

Guidance makes planning your financial future and protecting your family easier.

Divorce can be costly both financially and emotionally; these 4 alternatives may offer an easier out.

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

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

Consider future debt, financial aid, and career services to be sure a college will pay off.

Tracking down a life insurance policy for a deceased family member isn’t hard when you know where to look.

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

Financial professionals help us avoid costly mistakes.

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

To find a new trusted financial professional, interview candidates, ask questions, and check references.

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

If you qualify, Direct Loans can lighten your tuition burden. But borrow smart.

A disability doesn’t mean the elimination of regular exercise or a healthy lifestyle.

There can be financial aid and Medicaid consequences for paying school bills.

Seniors can turn to home-sharing programs and cohousing communities to help with the bills and chores.

The rules for calculating your withdrawals and strategies that may help you mitigate tax implications.

Money disagreements are a major source of marital conflict. Here's how to keep the peace.

Stress test your budget, review your health insurance, and time your Social Security benefits carefully.

Shelly Gigante