Thomas Barwick/Getty Images Deciding when to start taking Social Security is one of the key questions retirees and potential retirees face. The right answer can be different depending on your unique financial situation and life…

The Federal Reserve will announce its latest decision on whether to cut interest rates on Wednesday and has faced mounting political pressure from the Trump administration to lower rates to spur the economy. The Fed is widely expected to leave interest rates unchanged this week, which would make it four straight…

Key takeaways A certified check is a personal check verified by your bank with guaranteed funds set aside for payment. Typical costs range from $10 to $20 per certified check, varying by bank and account type. Primary uses include large transactions like car purchases, real estate deals, and unfamiliar party…

Key takeaways Medical school loan forgiveness may be available through the federal government, state government or other programs. Forgiveness programs erase some — or all — of your debt after you have fulfilled certain obligations. Loan forgiveness is one way of offsetting the substantial costs of medical school, but these…

Key takeaways CDs and share certificates are nearly identical fixed-term deposit accounts that earn guaranteed returns over a set period. The main difference is that CDs are offered by banks and pay interest; share certificates are offered by credit unions and pay dividends. Both are federally insured up to $250,000…