Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Christian Weller is an economist focused on retirement inequality. Eroding economic fortunes in 2025 would be a remarkable ...

Long-term returns on stocks are likely to be higher than those of fixed income or cash. It is crucial to have emotional discipline when investing and avoid making rash decisions based on market ...

A six-figure salary can look like the finish line, but the data tell a different story. High earners routinely report money stress, while workers with modest incomes and steady habits quietly build ...

HOUSTON — A new study showed that a majority of Houstonians are struggling to achieve financial stability. The study, conducted by Rice University’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research in ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Steve Vernon, FSA, helps retirees make their money last for life. Are you worried that you won’t have enough money to last ...

A new study finds that nearly half of Americans report that their partner's financial situation has become more important than ever, as economic pressures reshape modern dating and marriage decisions.

Women face unique financial challenges, including a persistent gender pay gap and a historical lack of financial literacy resources tailored to their needs. Practical steps like budgeting, emergency ...

With Valentine’s Day just days away, Alex Edwards says a perfect smile or strong chemistry may fade — but a bad credit score could last a lifetime. Edwards, author of the self-help book "Mortgage ...

Lucy Lazarony is an experienced personal finance journalist and writer who got her start in 1998 writing about financial topics. She writes accessible and easy-to-understand articles about credit, ...