Index funds have long been hailed as the gold standard for long-term investing—offering low fees, market-wide exposure, and steady returns. Developed by Vanguard founder Jack Bogle ...

Some parents want more flexibility for college savings, but they need to be aware of the impact on financial aid.

Indexed universal life (IUL ... be particularly valuable if you want to supplement your retirement income or fund other financial needs without increasing your taxable income.

But you should consider several pros and cons before investing your retirement funds in an annuity ... Some annuity contracts, typically fixed annuities and indexed annuities, offer guaranteed rates ...