The Ascent Articles

Love getting money? Costco will give you some if you play your cards right. Read on to learn more.

Being 60 with no money saved for retirement is far from perfect. But your senior years aren't doomed, either. Read on to see why.

Moving large amounts of money around? Read on to learn how some rules under the Bank Secrecy Act could affect you.

Discover offers some of the most popular cards in the U.S., but they're not accepted everywhere. Here are three places that won't accept Discover as payment.

July is a great time to open a CD. Read on to find out why.

I love my Costco Executive membership. But here are three pitfalls you might encounter.

A CD ladder can be a great way to lock in high rates while still having regular access to your cash. Read on to learn how much you could earn with a $5,000 CD ladder.

People join Costco all the time to save money. Read on to see if getting a membership is worth it for you.

A CD could be a good tool to use for retirement savings -- but only under limited circumstances. Read on to learn more.

Finding good car insurance can be challenging. Here are some of the most popular car insurance companies in every region of the country.

It's possible to build a lot of retirement savings on a modest income. Read on to see how.

Having poor credit could make it difficult to rent a home. But you may have more options than you'd think in that scenario -- read on to learn more.

For some, it makes sense to convert retirement savings to a Roth IRA. Check out a few factors to consider if you want to do it after retirement.

CD rates are slowly dropping, but there's one credit union that's still offering a whopping 6.00% APY. Here's what you need to know.

Is it worth the extra money to fly business class? Not always. Here are some situations where a business-class upgrade may be worth the additional cost.

Retiring on a cruise can provide a unique, cost-effective lifestyle. Here's what you need to know about spending your golden years at sea.

A crucial grant or loan could make all the difference for your small business. Explore these options and apply today.

A CD might seem like a great idea right now. But read on to see why you may want to go a different route.

Trader Joe's is one of my favorite places to shop. Keep reading for a few insider tips to get the most for less from this unique grocery store.

Cash back credit cards can directly save you money. Read on for one writer's go-to move with these cards.

Some checking accounts won't charge a monthly fee, no matter what your balance is. Discover what other account features stand out for low-income households.

Bank of America credit cards are easy to manage and come with nice welcome bonuses. See why I like its travel credit card -- and talk it up to friends.

Trader Joe's is one of my favorite supermarkets for a few reasons. Read on to see why.

CDs are appealing to a lot of people right now. Read on to learn about some traps you should avoid when opening one.

Sam's Club has some great deals on gift cards if you hurry. Get top deals on brands like Southwest, Domino's, and more.