SAN ANTONIO — This summer saw big energy bills. So many people needed help paying large bills, the Texas Utility Help Program that opened in July to provide relief quickly closed because of high ...

A life insurance policy protects your dependents in the event of your death. It does this by paying out a predetermined sum, which is intended to replace the income of the policyholder. If you have ...

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How to get help paying your gas or electric bill, access energy efficiency upgrades and protect your household from utility shutoffs this winter. Alexandra Jones is a CNET contributor who writes about ...

With nearly two decades in journalism, Dori Zinn has covered loans and other personal finance topics for the better part of her career. She loves helping people learn about money, whether that’s ...

Paying off your loan faster using strategies like refinancing and making extra principal payments can help you save money on interest and free up room in your budget Written By Written by Staff Loans ...

A 529 plan is one of the best ways to save for college. The money grows tax-free, and many states give you a tax deduction to boot. But many families don’t take advantage of this opportunity. In fact, ...

What types of programs are available to help seniors struggling with their everyday bills, and how do I go about finding them? Since I lost my husband last year, my Social Security survivor benefit is ...

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- New numbers show how many Houstonians are struggling to keep the lights on, and for those who are, there are millions of dollars in assistance that's available. Whether it's ...

These famous actors and musicians are paying it forward. Higher education can get pretty expensive, leaving some students struggling to pay the bills or catch up on student loans. Thankfully, some ...

When you're searching for a new job, you're probably already looking at the salary and at standard benefits like health care and retirement plans. However, some companies offer an added incentive: ...