Get your finances into shape and avoid future problems with Nolo's information on budgeting, saving, and avoiding consumer scams. Learn how to make smart decisions when using the Internet, buying cars, and purchasing life insurance. And know your rights when traveling, negotiating the health care system, and more.
Avoiding Financial Trouble: Ten Tips
Get tips on how to keep your finances under control.
A realistic budget is your best weapon against overspending.
Take control of your finances by learning the basics of money management.
A type of bond with a "BB" (Standard & Poor's) or "Ba" (Moody's)
What Is Portfolio Diversification?
Investment diversification protects your portfolio from adverse stock market conditions. But how should I diversify my portfolio?
What Happens to Your Money If Your Bank Fails or Is Acquired?
What's protected and what's at risk if your bank, credit union, or brokerage firm fails.
If you want privacy, don't count on email. Here's why.
Timeshare Cancellations: Can I Cancel a Timeshare Purchase?
If you just bought a timeshare, can you cancel? Maybe, but you'll have to act quickly.
What's a Credit Freeze and When Should I Use One?
A security freeze prevents potential creditors from accessing your credit history. Then, criminals can't get loans or other forms of credit in your name.
Stolen Identity? Take These Recovery Steps
Here's a checklist of the recovery steps you need to take if your identity has been stolen.
Top Ten Ways to Prevent Identity Theft
Find out how to protect yourself from identity thieves.
What to Do If You Get a Credit Card You Didn’t Request
A company can’t send you a credit card you didn’t request. Here’s what to do if you get a random, unsolicited credit card in the mail.
See: Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009