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There’s good news for teenagers ready to work. Unemployment is under 4% overall, and the rate for teens 16-19 was just over 10% in April, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Here are some ways to maximize value from a credit card.

Rates for home loans are little changed this week from near recent highs, even as buyers try to adapt to a housing market that may feel very different than just a few weeks ago.

Optimizing your new credit card also means avoiding gotchas and not missing out on benefits. Here are common mistakes people make after getting a new credit card.

Money can trigger strong emotional reactions, which can lead to not-so-great decisions, like missing payments or overspending.

The market rout has been painful for investors. But the sting may be especially sharp for anyone who has recently retired or is planning to in the next year or two.