Research Guides: Personal Finance: Consumer Advice &amp; Retirement Planning

Investment Consumer Advice

BrokerCheck
FINRA BrokerCheck is a free online tool to help investors research the professional background of a current or former FINRA-registered securities firm or broker.
Federal Trade Commission’s Investment Consumer Information
Information on investment schemes.
FINRA
FINRA helps investors build their financial knowledge and provide them with essential tools to better understand the markets and basic principles of saving and investing.
Investor Information
Site contents managed by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Investopedia
Provides a wealth of information on investing and allows users to look at it based on where they are in their investing life: as a beginner, experienced investor, active trader or preparing for retirement.
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Search through a rich variety of publications geared toward providing cautionary advice and tips for investors.

AARP Financial Planning
Check here for news and developments that affect retirees and would-be retirees.
CNNMoney’s Ultimate Retirement Guide
Comprehensive advice from the editors of Money magazine, including 401(K) plans and annuities.
Market Watch Retirement Guide
Current articles on IRAs and retirement investments from Market Watch.
New York Times Retirement Guide
Current collection of articles on how to get ready for retirement from the New York Times.
Social Security Retirement Planner
Use this tool to help you understand your Social Security benefits.

Reverse Mortgage Assistance
This new in-depth guide teaches current reverse mortgage borrowers about their rights and responsibilities under a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage loan. Topics include how a borrower can fulfill their loan obligation, what to do if receive a notice of foreclosure, loan payback options, and more.