Friday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Disputing credit card purchases. Also in the news: Accepting money from parents, 3 investing lessons from the First Lady of Wall Street, and why the IRS wants a piece of your March Madness winnings. You Can Dispute Credit Card Purchases, But Should You? Use, don’t abuse. Ask Brianna: Should I Accept Money […]

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Thursday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: How mortgage life insurance works. Also in the news: The $184K mistake IRA savers could make, how to invest $200,000, and the pros and cons of booking through travel sites like Expedia. How Mortgage Life Insurance Works: Pros and Cons Deciding if it works for you. The $184K Mistake IRA Savers Could […]

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Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: 4 ways to ride the rising interest rates wave. Also in the news: Why you should set your own credit card limits, reasons why credit isn’t as boring as it sounds, and more than 1 million student loan borrowers are in default. Fed Rate Hike: 4 Ways to Ride Rising Interest Rate […]

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Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: When to consider a student loan lawyer. Also in the news: Why gutting the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau will impact your wallet, how much you should expect to pay when applying to college, and why you should try a credit union if you’re looking for free checking. When to Consider a Student […]

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Tax refund predators are waiting

People who don’t have much money during the rest of the year can become big targets during tax refund season. For those living paycheck to paycheck, tax refunds — which average around $3,000 — may be the largest chunk of unobligated cash they see all year. Retailers hope to get some of that money, but […]

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Monday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: The No-Drama approach to personal finance. Also in the news: Hiking your savings rate, how to find the right credit card the right way, and why you should beware of mortgage companies offering to double your down payment. The No-Drama Approach to Personal Finance There’s no crying in personal finance. If the […]

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Q&A: The give and take of federal gift tax rules

Dear Liz: We are planning to build an addition to our home so that my mom can move in with us and will take out a loan to pay for it. Let’s say that we put down $50,000 and take out a loan for the remaining cost of $150,000. After the addition is built, my […]

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Q&A: Frequent flier cards

Dear Liz: I have an airline credit card but I find it really hard to use the frequent flier miles I get. The “free” flights have gotten more expensive (they take more miles) and harder to find. I’m getting sick of paying an annual fee for nothing. Would I be better off with a cash-back […]

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Q&A: Investing during retirement

Dear Liz: I’ll be retiring shortly. After 30 years of public service, I’m fortunate to have a generous pension. I’ll be paying off all my debts upon retirement, including my mortgage. I have a deferred compensation account that I will leave untouched until I’m required to take disbursements at 70 1/2 (15 years from now). […]

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Friday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Don’t let the extra hour of sun burn your wallet. Also in the news: Strategies to save money each month without sacrificing, why you should embrace classic investing wisdom under President Trump, and how to stop spending impulsively once and for all. Don’t Let the Extra Hour of Sun Burn Your Wallet […]

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