Tax-advantaged 529 educational savings plans continue to be popular, but recent legislation provides more flexibility for the way they can be used.

Interest in direct indexing, which involves customizing the stocks in an index fund, has been growing. But is it a good choice for you?

Final regulations were issued by the IRS and the Treasury Department for increased catch-up contributions to 401(k)s for those ages 60 to 63.

Being on top of personal finances involves both the present and the distant future – with the decisions made now affecting how your financial future unfolds.

People who work for companies offering 401(k)s need to understand how they work because the plans can do more for you than you can do on your own.

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority supervises qualification exams for securities professionals, runs BrokerCheck and provides a large amount of market data, among other things.