April is Financial Literacy Month. So ask yourself how financially literate you -- or your children -- are. Do you know how to craft a budget and stick to it? Do you understand the basics of credit and debt? Are you saving enough for retirement -- or your child's college education? When filling out your tax return, are you taking advantage of every deduction you deserve? Do you know how to protect your portfolio from volatility in the markets?
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If you don't know the answers to these questions, we can help. Even if you feel that you have a good grasp on the basics of personal finance, you always can benefit from a refresher course or two.
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Janet Bodnar shares her most practical and effective strategies for spending less and keeping more cash in your pocket.
We tackle tough financial questions and give you answers to fit your needs.
If you need to learn more about specific areas of personal finance, here's help:
For advice on how to save and make more money, see our 50 Top Money-Saving Tips.
Improve your knowledge of credit cards and debt management with our Truth About Credit and Debt quiz.
To learn more about building a nest egg, see New Strategies to Ease Into Retirement.
To boost your understanding of stocks, bonds and mutual funds, see our SPECIAL REPORT: Be a Better Investor.
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