Lew Sichelman answers reader questions about realty brokers and refinancing a home.

Some parts of the country already lack an ample supply of general internists, pediatricians and family physicians, forcing patients to drive further or wait longer for care. If a comprehensive health-reform bill passes and extends coverage to millions of

Outside the U.S. stock markets are recovery much more quickly, in turn causing more investors to put their money overseas.

After months of paying off debt, some Americans pulled out their credit cards and started charging in October, according to data from two credit tracking firms. The data suggest consumption habits don 't ever really die, especially when the busiest shoppi

The Fed has new rules for gift cards, but they won't be in place until the holiday season in 2010.

Lew Sichelman answers a reader's question about the rules and powers of homeowner associations.

Inheriting an IRA can be a major headache. Here are 10 essential rules you need to know for inheriting an IRA.

Here's what you should know about how your money is protected if your bank fails.

Owners who rely on heating oil to heat their homes will pay more this winter than last year but natural-gas consumers will see double-digit declines.

Credit-card issuers are dramatically reducing solicitations to new customers ahead of sweeping legislation that will reset card rules for both consumers and lenders.