Steve Nix is a member of the Society of American Foresters and a former forest resources analyst for the state of Alabama. Defining the characteristics of individual leaves is part of tree morphology, ...

Whether you are paying interest or being paid interest, it's important to fully understand how that interest is calculated. There are two basic types of interest: simple and compound. How each type is ...

Editor's Note: APYs listed in this article are up-to-date as of the time of publication. They may fluctuate (up or down) as the Fed rate changes. Select will update as changes are made public. Some ...

When money changes hands in the financial world, interest usually applies. When you take out a loan, you’ll typically pay your lender interest as you pay back the amount you borrowed. But if you’re ...

Your savings is a crucial part of your financial plan. A healthy savings account helps you cover unexpected expenses, pay for large purchases and achieve your financial goals without straining your ...