Friday’s need-to-know money news

Zemanta Related Posts ThumbnailToday’s top story: Credit dangers faced by single parents. Also in the news: Financial advice on repeat, how saving for retirement is like sports, and the worst financial lessons kids learn from television.

The Credit Dangers That Single Parents Face
Building credit can be difficult.

Why You Need to Hear the Same Financial Advice Over and Over
Hit the repeat button.

The Offense and Defense of Retirement Savings
It takes a team effort.

4 of the Worst Financial Lessons on Kids TV Shows
Too many money trees.

6 Ways to Save on Glasses or Contacts
Save money and get a clearer view of the world.

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

credit-score-repair1Today’s top story: Meet the credit score you didn’t know you had. Also in the news: What to do when you’re debt free, how to break out of a financial slump, and what single people need to do to protect their money.

You Have a “Secret” Credit Score That Could Be Working Against You
That late payment on your rent ten years ago could come back to haunt you.

Life After Debt: 5 Ways to Make the Most of Healthy Finances
Debt free. Now what?

4 Ways to Overcome Financial Inertia
Stop treading water.

3 Things That Make Single People Financially Vulnerable — And How To Beat Them
Because being single wasn’t depressing enough.

Is Your Credit Card Debt Average? And What’s Average?
One of the few times when being below average is a good thing.

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Zemanta Related Posts ThumbnailToday’s top story: Financial moves to make in the month of June. Also in the news: What to do if you forgot to pay your taxes, hot to create the ideal household budget, and what you need to know about your future spouse’s finances before getting married.

The Financial Moves You Should Make in June
How to take the month by storm.

What to Do if You Forgot to Pay Taxes
Don’t panic.

A Guide to Creating Your Ideal Household Budget
Something all members of the house can live with.

Getting Married? 10 Things to Know About Your Fiance’s Finances
No honeymoon surprises.

Are Student Loans Worth it?
Weighing the short-term benefits and long-term costs.

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Financial tips that should be ignored. Also in the news: Lessons from Millennials, questions to ask about your health-care costs during retirement, and learning the basics of the 401(k). Hope

5 Financial Tips That Can Lead You Astray
Tips that belong on the Do Not Follow list.

20 Lessons We Can Learn From 20-Year-Olds
From the mouths of Millennials.

4 Questions to Ask About Your Health-Care Costs in Retirement
What you must ask while planning your retirement.

401(k)s Made Easy: The 7 Things You Really Need to Know
401(k) basics explained.

It’s Time to Start Tracking Every Single Dollar You Spend
That dollar you used yesterday to buy a losing lottery ticket? Track it.

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Zemanta Related Posts ThumbnailHow many credit cards is too many, starting your kids on the road to financial success, and what it’s like to apply for Obamacare.

How Many Credit Cards Should I Have?
The answer may surprise you.

Smart Financial Moves for Fall
Ways to boost your finances in between pumpkin spice lattes.

Home Improvement Projects Every Seller Should Consider
These projects could increase the number of offers you receive on your home.

Want Your Child To Succeed? A Savings Account May Help
How even a small savings account could set your child on the road to financial success.

Obamacare marketplaces are open: How to apply
A reporter shares her experience of applying for insurance under the Affordable Care Act.