Laura McMullen

When you quit your job, you still have access to your 401(k) funds. In many cases, you can leave the money where it is or roll it over to a new retirement fund.

If you want to sell stuff online quickly, try larger marketplaces like Amazon. Local platforms like Craigslist usually don’t charge fees, but can be riskier for sellers.

Breaking up can lead to financial fallout, so acknowledge emotions to make sound decisions, get organized and perhaps consult professionals.

Back-to-school shopping is extra expensive this year, but you could save money on supplies and other gear by leaning on fellow parents and community members.

Save money as a wedding guest by determining how much you can spend and what’s important to you. Then prioritize and compromise.

A family budget is a plan for your household’s incoming and outgoing money. Try the 50/30/20 method, and explore tools like worksheets and apps.

Finance refers to managing incoming and outgoing money. The types of finance reflect whose money is being handled. There’s public finance, corporate finance and personal finance.

Befriend your money by spending quality time with it, taking an interest by learning more and showing appreciation.

Buy furniture for your new home without overspending by sticking to cash, prioritizing essentials and learning when, where and how to spot deals.

Don’t end a fun night with a sobering bar tab. Keep spending in check with these four tips.