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A mother-to-be in Maine is expecting not only a baby but a generous gift from her father-in-law. How should she make the most of it?

A reader in New Jersey feels like she's drowning in financial apps and websites. Is it time for some spring cleaning?

Is it possible to keep saving for retirement after you've lost your job? A former tech worker in New York asks the experts.

A reader in D.C. owes $12,000 across seven different credit cards. Can financial advisors help him dig himself out?

Downsizing in retirement is common. What's less common is building the new home yourself. Can a senior in California pull it off?

After the SEC's decision, Americans can finally invest in a fund whose underlying asset is bitcoin. But should they?

Between the diapers, doctor visits, toys, formula and the delivery itself, having a baby is expensive. How can a mother-to-be get ready?

A 25-year-old engineer is already saving and investing for his future. Should he divert some of those funds to cover a down payment?

The Fed's announcements sent a wave of optimism through the markets. How should financial advisors handle the excitement?

The latest data shows inflation is continuing to cool. Which investments could benefit from the slowdown, and which ones could get burned?

Should a young saver put more in his 401(k) or strike out on his own? The active vs. passive investing debate comes to retirement.

A couple in New Jersey has enough savings to finally own their home outright. Should they seize their chance or put their money elsewhere?

The world's second-largest economy is facing sluggish growth and a web of crises. Is it time to get out?

A wealth manager in Cincinnati has little room for new clients, especially one with few assets to manage. Can he turn him down?

It may not happen anytime soon, but someday the Fed will reverse course. How should investors adapt?

A retiree in Colorado wants to use her wealth to help heal the planet. How can she align her portfolio with her values?

A nurse in New York doesn't think she'll ever have enough savings for an American retirement. Is a move to Vietnam the answer?

A New York woman says she can move out of her parents' place or pay off her loans — but not both. Is there a way out?

Are special purpose acquisition companies the wave of the future, or a waste of space? The experts weigh in.

Deciding your own salary may sound exciting. But when getting a business off the ground, the pay question can be a delicate balancing act.