With soaring costs, you can't start planning for college too early these days. One way many parents are preparing is with 529's state-sponsored plans that provide investment options for college. The plans aren't new but in this "Investing in America", 7's Jonathan Hall points out that they sure have changed.
You work hard for your money. So, it's easy to wonder if you're making as much as others in your field. In this "Investing in America", 7's Frances Rivera shows you how doing some salary research can really pay off.
As healthcare costs soar, benefits are more important than ever. Your company may offer you the opportunity to choose a new plan. In this "Investing in America", 7's Frances Rivera tells us that timing and planning may be everything when it comes to saving money.
Say goodbye to long lines when you're checking out at the store, or even when you're grabbing a quick bite to eat, self service systems are popping up across the country. But that convenience may come at a cost if you don't watch what you're doing. 7's Frances Rivera has some advice in "Investing in America".
We all love a good deal and often those rebate offers make a deal look tempting. But sometimes you have to work hard for your savings. In this "Investing in America", 7's Frances Rivera explains how perseverance is the name of the "Payoff Game".
Have tough times made it impossible to pay your bills? If you get more than 90 days behind, your lender may "charge-off" your account. 7's Frances Rivera explains in this "Investing in America".
Baby boomers are finding that their parents are not as young as they used to be and they're now facing the looming prospect of managing their finances. But there is a way for them to help out without causing stress for the family. 7's Frances Rivera explains in this "Investing in America" report.
Looking to sell your home? Values have peaked in the last few years, so it could be tempting and you may want to maximize your profit by going it alone, without the help of a realtor. More on that in this "Investing in America", here's 7's Frances Rivera.
If you're planning a trip and plan ahead, you shouldn't have to wait hours at the airport. 7's Frances Rivera has more in this "Investing in America".
Anyone with a cell phone knows the bills can bring a bit of cellular sticker-shock. Some fun extras are producing agonizing surprises. 7's Frances Rivera has more on how to "Stop the Shock" in this "Investing in America".
Downloading music is a hot topic lately, with people getting sued for illegal file sharing. Well now you can download without singing the blues. In this "Investing in America" 7's Jonathan Hall has the low down on these legal downloading sites.
The United States treasury is coming of age with its savings bonds, making them available online. The plan? To phase out the paper bonds you're used to buying. In this "Investing in America", how the change will impact you.
These days, we all seem to know someone, who is looking for work, laid-off because of the bad economy. But, some people have been looking for a long, long time. In this "Investing in America", 7's Jonathan hall has some help for those trying to survive extended unemployment.
If you're taking out a mortgage, refinancing a loan or making an investment with a bank, you can now use that as leverage to get things like checking accounts and safe deposit boxes for nothing. In this "Investment in America" report, 7's Jonathan Hall tells us how to get your hands on these incentives.
Is your computer slowing you down these days? How do you know when it's time for an upgrade? We take a closer look in this "Investing in America".
Did you realize that your home can end up knee-deep in water even if you don't live on a coast or near a river? In this "Investing in America", 7's Jonathan Hall explains why flood insurance may be something to consider.
Preparing for death -- not a pleasant thought, which is probably why most Americans put off planning for it. A recent survey found one in four affluent Americans have no estate plan. So where should you start? Johnathon Hall has some tips in this "Investing in America".
Buying a new car is very exciting, but when it comes time to trade in your old one, you could be in for quite a shock. 7's Jonathan Hall has more in this "Investing in America".
When you go to write a check, you're often asked for personal information like your phone number. The next time you order checks, you might have the option to have that information printed on them. But you may want to think twice. 7's Jonathan Hall explains why in this "Investing in America."
We all know mortgage rates were at record lows this past summer. But if you didn't catch that wave...it's not too late to still regroup. 7's Jonathan Hall explains in today's "Investing in America."