Author: Janna Herron, USA TODAY

Because of the new higher standard deduction, you should focus on year-end money moves that lower your taxable income, rather than max out deductions.

The slowest months for home sales is November through February. But if you need to sell your home then, here’s how to stage it for a quick sale.

Stocks largely closed lower on Friday, led by shares in energy companies and fueled by renewed concerns over global oil production.

Americans are forecast to spend more than $1,000 during the holidays. Many people turn to personal loans to finance that spending.

You’ll likely be asked to sign up for a store credit card while holiday-shopping this year. Whether you should depends on your financial discipline.

Americans are expected to spend more on gifts this holiday season. Here are three ways to stay on budget but maintain the festive spirit.

Americans are expected to spend $1,007this holiday season, most of it on gifts. Here are how some families are managing on limited budgets.

The number of mortgage applications fell 3.2 percent last week from the previous week as mortgage rates hit an eight-year high.

Americans plan to spend more than $1,000 this holiday season. Tap the credit-card rewards you’ve earned this year to help stay under budget.