The AARP runs ads claiming that any request to pay by gift card is always a scam. Patrick McKenzie, writing at Bits About ...

Giving money as a gift, whether it’s cash, gift cards or a money order can be convenient. You can personalize monetary gifts to suit a recipient’s preferences or needs. Understand the tax implications ...

College costs are rising faster than most family budgets, which is why turning a cash gift into a dedicated education fund can matter more than another toy or gadget. When I help readers think through ...

BACK IF YOU ACT QUICKLY. YES, SCAMMERS LIKE GIFT CARDS BECAUSE IT’S LIKE PUTTING CASH RIGHT INTO THEIR HANDS. AND NOW, ACCORDING TO THE FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION, SOME GIFT CARD COMPANIES HAVE STARTED ...

Stuffing cash in an envelope in lieu of buying a gift often gets a bad rap. But let’s be real: Who couldn’t use some extra cash? You’ve never heard of anyone trying to return a cash gift because it ...

Saving up the down payment for a home is never easy. But it can be especially discouraging when housing prices are on the rise. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) reported that the national ...

Parents, grandparents, and other interested adults can give financial gifts to children to help secure their future. Learn ...

Cash is an easy and quick present to give over Christmas – and it could protect some of your estate from the taxman down the ...

Any time money and personal relationships mingle, things can get sticky—and that’s definitely true when it comes to wedding gift etiquette. Whether you’re writing a check, grabbing a gift card, or ...

Though it may feel awkward, more young people said they prefer getting money as a holiday gift, according to new survey.

Plenty of first-time homebuyers don’t rely on family money. These expert tips can help you plan your next move. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising partners of ...