If you have good credit, you probably don't give your credit score much thought. Everything just works, whether you want a personal, auto, or mortgage loan.

The Credit CARD Act of 2009 reduced the number of teens with credit cards, requiring proof of income or a co-signer for applicants under 21.

Consider priorities like investing, saving, and budgeting for goals such as retirement and tax management to set your financial direction for the year ahead.

College students filing taxes for the first time can feel uncertain. Here’s advice to help you get prepared before the April 17 deadline.