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Matt Richardson is the senior managing editor for the Managing Your Money section for CBSNews.com. He writes and edits content about personal finance ranging from savings to investing to insurance.

Recent swings in the stock market, inflation that remains above where the Federal Reserve would like it to be and an overall sense of uncertainty about the economy's health have left many Americans ...

In today’s fast-paced world, financial needs often arise unexpectedly—whether it’s buying a new smartphone, funding a wedding, or renovating your home. When short on cash, most people face a common ...

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When an unexpected expense arises, most people turn to two popular options — Personal Loan or Credit Card EMI. At first ...

LONDON (Reuters) - The days of the sub-6 percent loan market could be numbered after two more providers hiked rates. Independent price comparison service uSwitch.com predicts an end to cheap personal ...

The Federal Reserve’s decisions can have a big impact on the cost of borrowing money. When the Fed cuts or raises its benchmark interest rate, lenders quickly follow suit. And other Fed policies can ...