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Finances can be a touchy subject among family members. If you try to offer help, proceed with caution, says Money Magazine’s Walter Updegrave.

Bonds will occasionally outperform the stock market in the short run, but over the long haul, stocks still tend to come out on top.

With the ‘R’ word looming, a lot of investors are ready to jump ship to shield their retirement. Look before you leap, says Money Magazine’s Walter Updegrave.

Don’ be misled by advertisements promising a high cash value for a small premium. There are better steps you can take to secure your child’s future says Money Magazine’s Walter Updegrave.

Question: Each year my wife and I contribute the maximum to our retirement accounts. My question concerns the timing of our investments. Are we better off spreading out the money we invest over the entire year – or should we invest the money as soon as we can? – Eric, Seattle, Washington

A small city in Georgia gets the attention of big local governments with its $12 ‘fuel fee’ tacked on to motorists’ tickets.

Yes, there are some catches. But if you’re eligible, you could save 3 percentage points on your loan. It’s definitely worth investigating.

If you find yourself in the role of caregiver again, don’t try to go it alone. Tapping the available resources for financial and emotional support can help.

Motorists who use cell phones can be ticketed in several states, but low fines and lax enforcement limit some laws’ effectiveness. Teens may be the biggest offenders.

Should you write ‘ask for ID’ instead of signing your credit card? Do you really need to ‘activate’ your card? What you don’t know could hurt you.