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Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

April 20, 2016 By Liz Weston

PayRentPiggyBank.157131716_stdToday’s top story: How paying rent can affect your credit. Also in the news: How to protect yourself from cybercrime while banking with your phone, why you shouldn’t consider something “yours” until it’s completely paid off, and financial strategies for creative types without steady incomes.

How Paying Rent Can Affect Your Credit
Rent-reporting services can boost your credit.

4 ways to dodge cybercrime when banking, shopping on mobile phones
Convenience can come with a hefty price.

Avoid Saying You “Own” Something Until It’s Paid Off
It isn’t yours until the last payment is made.

The #1 Reason Artists Struggle With Money, and 3 Simple Strategies to Turn Things Around
Advice for creative types.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: artists, Credit, Credit Score, cybercrime, financial advice, freelancing, Identity Theft, rent, rent reporting services

10 Ways to Trick Yourself Into Saving

April 19, 2016 By Liz Weston

Zemanta Related Posts ThumbnailSaving money isn’t that hard. What’s hard is keeping money saved.

It’s too easy to cut expenses in one area only to spend more somewhere else. Sticking cash into savings won’t help if it comes right back out again.

In my latest for NerdWallet, how to trick yourself into savings that actually last.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: Savings, tips

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

April 19, 2016 By Liz Weston

Student-LoansToday’s top story: Avoiding financial pitfalls in your 20’s. Also in the news: The hidden costs of selling your home, what to do when you haven’t saved for your kid’s college tuition, and the clock is ticking on a popular Social Security strategy.

How to Avoid 5 Financial Pitfalls in Your 20s
Welcome to the real world!

4 Hidden Costs of Selling Your Home
Prepare yourself for fees.

You Didn’t Put Money Away for Your Kid’s College Fund. Now What?
Time to start playing catchup.

Time is running out for this Social Security strategy
The clock’s running out on file-and-suspend.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog

Monday’s need-to-know money news

April 18, 2016 By Liz Weston

Zemanta Related Posts ThumbnailToday’s top story: How small choices can have a big impact on your finances. Also in the news: 9 things that can trigger an IRS audit, how to organize your financial documents, and 10 tax breaks for homeowners.

Small Choices Have a Big Impact on Your Finances
Why some become rich and others stay broke.

9 Things That Could Trigger an IRS Audit
How to avoid a second look.

How to Organize Your Financial Documents
Tackling that huge pile of paper on your desk.

10 homeowner tax breaks you should be taking advantage of
Don’t leave money on the table.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: audits, financial paperwork, IRS, savings tips, tax breaks, tax deductions, Taxes

Friday’s need-to-know money news

April 15, 2016 By Liz Weston

taxesToday’s top story: The biggest tax mistake Millennials make. Also in the news: The 10 best Tax Day sales and freebies, the pros and cons of paying off debt early, and how to decide how big your emergency fund should be.

The biggest tax mistakes Millennials make
Don’t overlook these deductions.

10 Best Tax Day Sales, Deals and Freebies
Making Tax Day more tolerable.

The Pros and Cons of Paying Off Debts Early
Fixing one problem could create another.

Decide How Big Your Emergency Fund Should Be With the 3-6-9 Guideline
Don’t be left in a lurch.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: debt, emergency fund, millennials, Tax Day sales, tax mistakes, Taxes

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

April 14, 2016 By Liz Weston

gay-marriage-cake-toppers-485x320Today’s top story: Wallet-stretching tips for renters. Also in the news: Financial advice for newly married couples, why timing is everything with travel rewards credit cards, and how small businesses can be prepared when disaster strikes.

6 Wallet-Stretching Tips for Renters
Keeping a roof over your head without breaking the bank.

10 Pieces of Financial Advice for Newly Married Couples
What to do when you’re back from the honeymoon.

With travel rewards credit cards, timing is everything
Don’t miss out on valuable points.

When Disaster Strikes: 3 Ways Small Businesses Can Be Prepared
Keeping your business afloat during tough times.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: couples and money, financial advice, newlyweds, renters, renting, small businesses, tips, travel reward credit cards

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