Your Money: New Debt Management Rules

If the Great Recession has taught people one thing, it's this: They need to take charge of their finances.

Your Money: Net Worth Grows by $2 Trillion in Q2

American households saw their wealth increase this spring for the first time in nearly two years as the waning recession breathed new life into stock portfolios and home values. AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney explains.

Your Money: the Return of Haggling

It may feel pushy or even rude, but haggling is becoming much more widespread and acceptable. AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney explains.

Your Money: Autism Laws and Insurance

New Jersey, the state with the highest autism rate in the country recently enacted a law requiring health insurers to pay for diagnosis and treatment. AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney explains. 

Your Money: Saving on Energy Costs

Turning off the tv can help to save energy, but as AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney explains, simply pushing the off button doesn't turn off the flow of energy.

Your Money: Energy Use Misconceptions

Saving money around the house is easy to do if you know where the leaky spots are. The AP's Trevor Delaney explains.

Your Money: Understanding the CPI

Consumer prices have fallen more in the past year than in the previous six decades. AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney explains what this drop in prices means to you.

Your Money: 401(k) Plans on the Rebound

If you were an active participant in your retirement fund this spring, you may have been handsomely rewarded. AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney explains.

Your Money: Saving on Uniforms

School uniforms can be a big expense, but as AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney explains, there are ways to save if you know where to look.

Your Money: Jackson Memorabilia

The popularity of Michael Jackson memorabilia has soared in the wake of the pop icon's death. But as AP Personal Finance editor Trevor Delaney explains, there are precautions to take before committing to a purchase.

Your Money: Cash for Clunkers

Car shoppers could soon take advantage of government incentives worth up to $4,500 to send their old gas guzzler to the scrap heap and take delivery of a more fuel-efficient vehicle. AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney explains.

Your Money: Do-it-yourself Tips

Saving money by taking on repairs at home is easy, if you know where to get answers.

Your Money: Mommy Bloggers

Moms have always had a lot of power in the marketplace, and now the so-called mommy bloggers are really getting noticed. AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney explains.

Your Money: Understanding Bankruptcy

Chrysler and General Motors are not technically bankrupt as many people may believe. AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney explains.

Your Money: Credit Card Changes

The Senate voted overwhelmingly on Tuesday to rein in credit card rate increases and excessive fees. AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney explains.

Your Money: Online Tax Filing

With the deadline to file you taxes fast approaching, there are several ways to get the returns in. Bob Meighan, Vice president of turbo Tax discusses some of the advantages on online filing.

Your Money: Digital Television

Many TV stations recently cut off their analog signals, causing sets to go dark in households that were not prepared for digital television AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney explains offers up a checklist to test your compatibility.

Your Money: Your Profile and You

Social networks have become increasingly popular. But with job layoff a real possibility for many people, playing it safe is important. AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney explains.

Your Money: Detroit Auto Show

With the auto industry on the verge of collapse, questions have arisen as to how this year's North American International Auto Show will play out. AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney explains.

Your Money: Low-cost Flights Have Returned

A wave of fare sales has spread across the airline industry as the weak economy continues to put pressure on carriers to fill seats.