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Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: Family travel insurance might save your 2022 trip budget. Also in the news: The case for flying on low-demand days, how an attorney in Seattle got their student loans forgiven, and a look at the antiquated dower rights.

Family Travel Insurance Might Save Your 2022 Trip Budget
Some travel insurance covers children and other travel companions.

The Case for Flying on Low-Demand Days
The rise of remote work hasn’t had much of an impact on when people fly, it turns out.

How I Got My Student Loans Forgiven: Attorney in Seattle
A fraught program gets temporary improvements.

‘Dower Rights’ Still Exist?
This antiquated law is a reminder to triple-check how marriage affects your property ownership.

Tuesday’s need-to-know money new

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Today’s top story: Should you use a reverse mortgage to pay for long-term care? Also in the news: A new episode of the Smart Money podcast on giving family and friends money, a look at the Metro affordability report for first-time buyers, and the easiest ways to make your cell phone bill cheaper.

Should You Use a Reverse Mortgage to Pay for Long-Term Care?
A reverse mortgage can provide a crucial stream of income to pay for long-term care costs, but there are some limitations.

Smart Money Podcast: Giving Family Money, and What’s Happening With Inflation
This week’s episode starts with a discussion about when and how to give your family and friends money.

First-Time Home Buyer Metro Affordability Report – Q1 2022
Two years into the pandemic-era housing market, affordability falls again, making a bleak first quarter for first-time home buyers in 2022.

The Easiest Ways to Make Your Cell Phone Bill Cheaper
Your attention span is already prisoner to your phone; your wallet doesn’t have to be, too.

Monday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: How to make sure you’re insured for summer activities. Also in the news: Alternatives to business loans, making a home inventory for insurance claims, and the best credit cards for people with bad credit.

How to Make Sure You’re Insured for Summer Activities
Having the right insurance coverage can help you enjoy summer fun with peace of mind.

Can’t Get a Business Loan? Consider These Alternatives
Consider online lenders, business grants or raising equity if you can’t get a business loan from a traditional lender.

How to Make a Home Inventory for Insurance Claims
Doing an inventory while your home is safe and sound makes it easier to file insurance claims later.

These Are the Best Credit Cards for People With Bad Credit
If you have bad credit (or no credit history), here are the best options for you.

Friday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: Don’t let your first car be a $30K mistake. Also in the news: House Democrats push Treasury, IRS for repeal of rule blocking state and local taxes cap workaround, should you use a reverse mortgage to pay for long-term care, and the easiest way to make your cell phone bill cheaper.

Don’t Let Your First Car Be a $30K Mistake
Buying your first car right now isn’t easy, but with the right prep you can find a car that won’t become a burden.

House Democrats push Treasury, IRS for repeal of rule blocking state and local taxes cap workaround
Three House Democrats are still pushing for relief on the $10,000 limit on the federal deduction for state and local taxes, known as SALT.

5 ways to get around high credit card interest rates
Credit card interest rates have started going up.

Should you use a reverse mortgage to pay for long-term care?
Someone turning 65 has nearly a 7-in-10 chance of needing long-term care in the future, according to the Department of Health and Human Services.

The Easiest Ways to Make Your Cell Phone Bill Cheaper
Your attention span is already prisoner to your phone; your wallet doesn’t have to be, too.

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: Mortgage rates are in for a bumpy ride in June. Also in the news: Should you get a home equity line of credit, common myths about travel insurance, and what to do (and not do) if you’re ever fired or laid off.

Mortgage Rates Are In for a Bumpy Ride in June
Mortgage rates might be volatile in June.

Your New Home Has Grown in loan, Value. Should You Get a HELOC?
Some new homeowners have seen tremendous growth in their equity in a short period of time. If you meet lender requirements, a HELOC is one way to access it.

6 Common Myths About Travel Insurance and What It Covers
Travel insurance isn’t a magic Band-Aid on trip troubles. It’s important to know what coverage you need.

What to Do (and Not Do) If You Ever Get Fired or Laid Off
You might want to tell your boss exactly what you think of them—but let’s hold off on that.

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: 6 common myths about travel insurance and what it covers. Also in the news: Is Disney travel insurance worth the cost, 2022 is the year of all-inclusive travel and the best fast food apps for getting free stuff.

6 Common Myths About Travel Insurance and What It Covers
Travel insurance isn’t a magic Band-Aid on trip troubles. It’s important to know what coverage you need.

Is Disney Travel Insurance Worth the Cost?
Disney’s insurance is good for covering theme park tickets, but you’re likely better off with a different policy.

2022 Is the Year of All-Inclusive Travel, and Here’s Why
Hotel chains are expanding and entirely reimagining their all-inclusive portfolios.

The Best Fast Food Apps For Getting Free Stuff
Whoever said “there’s no such thing as a free lunch” clearly didn’t have a smartphone.