Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

635522783074355959-holiday-cardsToday’s top story: Ways to protect your credit during the holidays. Also in the news: Tips on minimizing your taxes, how to prepare for retirement, and how to make your charitable donations really count.

4 Ways to Keep the Grinch From Stealing Your Good Credit
Safe shopping will keep the Grinch at bay.

7 Ways To Minimize Your 2014 Taxes By December 31
April 15th is right around the corner.

8 tips for people who will retire in 2015
Preparing for a huge change.

Make Your Charitable Donations Really Count

Getting your money to the people who truly need it.