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Friday’s need-to-know money news

March 3, 2017 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: How to lower your internet bills without cutting the cord. Also in the news: How to write a business plan, when it’s okay to splurge, and how to save money on groceries by keeping a food waste list.

7 Ways to Lower Your Internet Bill
Without having to cut the cord.

How to Write a Business Plan, Step by Step
Making the first move.

Ask Brianna: Is it Ever OK to Splurge?
When to treat yourself.

Keep a Food Waste List to Save Money on Groceries
Don’t let your money spoil in the fridge.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: business plan, food costs, groceries, internet costs, splurging

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

March 2, 2017 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: The Marriage Penalty could be the reason for the increase in your tax bill. Also in the news: Why credit card over-limit fees are virtually extinct, when you’re mad enough to switch banks, and a beginner’s guide to money management.

Tax Bill Going Up? It Could Be the Marriage Penalty
Congratulations!

Why Credit Card Over-Limit Fees Are ‘Essentially Extinct’
Disappearing like the dinosaurs.

Are You Mad Enough to Switch Banks?
Have you reached your limit?

Hack Your Finances in One Day: A Beginner’s Guide to Money Management
Time to get started.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: banking, credit card fees, marriage penalty, money management, Taxes

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

March 1, 2017 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: NerdWallet’s best credit card tips for March. Also in the news: Sane ways to pay down student debt, how to avoid a credit check scam while looking to rent, and how to save when you don’t have any extra cash.

NerdWallet’s Best Credit Card Tips for March 2017
Finding the best cards.

4 Sane Ways to Pay Down Student Debt
Paying your loans without losing your mind.

Looking to Rent? Avoid a Credit Check Scam
Watch out.

7 Ways to Save When You Don’t Have Any Extra Cash
Every penny counts.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: Credit Cards, credit check scam, renters, Savings, student debt, Student Loans, tips

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

February 28, 2017 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: Managing your 401(k) in uncertain times. Also in the news: How the Alternative Minimum Tax works, how owning or selling a home affects your taxes, and the 10 biggest tax havens on earth.

How To Manage Your 401(k) in Uncertain Times
Protecting your retirement.

How Does the Alternative Minimum Tax Work?
What you need to know about the extra tax bite.

How Owning or Selling a Home Affects Your Taxes
Both could save you money.

These are the 10 biggest tax havens on the planet
In case this year’s taxes have you thinking of relocating.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: 401(k), alternative minimum tax, Retirement, tax havens, Taxes

The emergency fund you can eat

February 28, 2017 By Liz Weston

Cash can help you survive an emergency, but saving as much as financial planners typically recommend — three to six months’ worth of expenses — can take years. You can build an edible emergency fund a lot quicker.

A well-stocked pantry can help you survive a natural disaster or extended blackout, get through a stretch of unemployment, ensure you always have something tasty for dinner, and save you money, if done correctly.

The key to doing it right: Store what you eat, and eat what you store.

In my latest for the Associated Press, how to create an edible emergency fund that will help you survive a variety of disasters, both big and small.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: edible emergency fund, emergency fund, stock piling

Monday’s need-to-know money news

February 27, 2017 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: 5 essential investing moves for Millennials. Also in the news: Why your tax refund is ideal for paying credit card debt, how to make sure retirement isn’t a drag, and why you need to do your homework before meeting with a financial advisor.

5 Essential Investing Moves for Millennials
Planning for the future.

Why Your Tax Refund Is Ideal for Paying Credit Card Debt
Use it wisely.

Retirement Can Be a Drag. Here’s How to Fix That
Making the most of it.

Before You Meet With A Personal Financial Advisor, Do Your Homework
Know who you’re dealing with.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: credit card debt, financial advisors, Investing, millennials, Retirement, tax refund, tips

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