The Ascent Articles

Being a stay-at-home parent is not for the faint of heart, but it can be good for your finances. Here are five factors to consider.

This writer is upset about a recent issue with her bank. Read on to see what it is and why it may be such a deal breaker.

Hybrid cars get better mileage than gas-powered cars and are cheaper than EVs. Find out why they're worth considering.

You don't necessarily need to start saving from the moment you begin working to retire early. Read on to learn more.

New England fans and sports card collectors have a chance to buy an extremely rare Tom Brady card. Check out this deal at Costco and see if it's worth the price.

A high-yield savings account is a great place to keep your savings if you want to earn interest. But rates can fluctuate. Find out what that means for savers.

Would you buy an autographed basketball from five Lakers legends? Check out this bizarre deal and see whether it's worth the price.

Receiving a CP2000 notice can seem scary. Read on to understand what it is -- and learn why it may not be a big deal.

Debit cards are a convenient way to make purchases, but they have their pitfalls. Here are five debit card errors you don't want to make.

Many consumers are trying to trim their spending. Find out how Comcast's NOW line-up could help consumers save money on internet, TV, and mobile services.

It's important to understand the ins and outs of life insurance. Read on to get to the bottom of one big myth.

Visa and Mastercard just agreed to cut swipe fees for merchants by $30 billion in five years. Learn the implications for credit card rewards.

Sam's Club is one of the most popular retailers in the U.S. Read on for a few common pitfalls any Sam's Club shopper would recognize.

My Banking Direct High Yield Savings Account has one of the best savings rates on the market. Keep reading to see if it might be a fit for you.

New Costco members can get a huge bonus on their first membership. Learn how to get cash back using this lucrative promotion.

Certain cruise upgrades may be worth the money, especially if you're new to cruising. Read on to learn more.

Choosing a CD requires careful consideration of many options. Check out three great choices with top APYs and learn how to pick between them.

Do you shop when you're bored or stressed? See how your emotional triggers for spending money compare to other Americans.

Do you know how much food gets wasted every year? See how food waste affects climate change -- and how Confetti Snacks is fighting back with crunchy chips.

Pet insurance can spare you from catastrophic costs, but you still need cash reserves in the bank. Read on to see why.

TikTok personal advice trends like "loud budgeting" can be helpful, but TikTok is also full of misleading information about stock picks. See how to navigate it.

Great credit could work to your advantage. Read on to see how.

Certain habits of yours may be harming your finances. Read on to learn more.

You might be surprised at how much you need to create the lifestyle you want. Keep reading to learn how to create a savings target.

Need to borrow for a car? Read on for some errors that could cost you.