Personal Finance  

The capital gains tax is what you owe for the money you've made selling certain assets. Here's what you need to know about the current rate and what can be exempt.

401(k) plans and IRA's share different characteristics - and different features - for retirement-minded Americans.

Here is how to leave a strong financial legacy.

Boosting your credit score gets you on the path to clear financial health. Use these tips to start that journey.

Many of these unusual breeds of dog have nearly died out or grown less popular through time.

A W-9 form is Uncle Sam's way of keeping financial tabs on independent contractors, and other non-traditional tax filers.

This popular tourist spot is the largest collection of Victorian-era industrial architecture in North America and a lively center of dining, shopping and cultural events.

Being a billionaire for three decades can, as it turns out, afford you a pretty nice house. What are the standout parts of Bill Gates's Xanadu 2.0?

Buying a house, especially for a first-timer, is a pretty big deal. Take these action steps to get it all right.