financial mistakes

A friend is asking to borrow a large sum of cash on a short term basis after spending a huge amount of money the previous year.

Some of people's most common financial habits will draw increased scrutiny from banks.

She withdrew retirement savings at her ex-husband’s urging and missed the 60-day repayment rule. Now she fears she’ll never retire. Here’s what the rules mean, the real damage done, and how to rebuild your nest egg with smart, practical steps.

The financial risks of lending to family members are obvious, but there are legal risks as well.

A firefighter breaks a car window on a fire call—only to learn it was an unmarked police car and receive a bill. Do they really have to pay? Here’s what the law, insurance, and real-world practice say about emergency damage and personal liability.

If you give a friend a gift and he turns around and sells it at a big profit, you may be questioning how much of a friend he really is.