If you’re thinking about buying a home in Bend, fall is a good time. The weather is mild, the summer crowds have thinned and there’s still time to snag a gem before the snow hits. Maybe it’s the crisp air or the prospect of skiing, but fall is also a

As your teen prepares to launch into the world, you want to give them the best start you can. Teaching a teenager to manage money responsibly is one of the most important things a parent can do. Lessons in money management can last a lifetime. But

The world is changing and so are retirement plans. How do you figure out which option is right for you? Here’s what you need to know about 401(k)s and individual retirement accounts (IRAs) to find out what’s the best selection for you and your money

Kindergarten teacher Sarah M. sees a lot of kids. Some can’t afford school supplies. Some are hungry. Some end up sitting in the school office for hours, wondering if they’ll get picked up. When Sarah spotted one of her former students waiting to be

Sophia Bera used to have a savings account for each of her financial goals. Like a squirrel, she stashed a little bit of money into lots of different accounts. It was a lot to keep track of. When the finance columnist started consolidating her

Surviving college is all about developing the right habits. Good study habits help you get good grades. Good spending habits help you stretch your financial aid checks. Good hygiene habits help you get along with your roommate. But what about your

There are certain must-haves when you’re heading off to college. Most checklists for college students include things like dorm room necessities, study aids, books and similar supplies. But what about your finances? Going to college opens up a whole

The holidays have a way of sneaking up on a lot of us. In all the back-to-school flurry, it’s easy to forget that they’re right around the corner. Between the shopping, the decorating and more last-minute shopping, getting caught unprepared can lead

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably already made a list of must-haves. Maybe you’ve even zeroed in on your preferred neighborhood. But have you thought about who your lender should be? These days, it’s smart to start working with

A traditional IRA and a Roth IRA are two defined-contribution plans with significant — but quite different — tax advantages that can help you save for retirement. Depending on factors like where you are in your career or whether you see any big