Purchasing insurance is always a good idea, and in many instances it is a necessity. Having a nice insurance portfolio can give one a sense of peace and security that all their needs will be met if an unfortunate emergency arises. But all to often we don't have enough insurance...

The recent IndyMac bank failure has many people uneasy about banking. Many are now wondering if their money is safe. One way to avoid losing your money is to make sure your bank participates in insuring your money with FDIC insurance. Most do, but not all. ...

In May, the Federal Reserve proposed new credit card rules that would eliminate several unfair practices in the credit and banking industry. You can comment on the news at the Federal Reserve's website until August 4, 2008. So far the board has received more than 20,000 comments. The proposed...