Today’s top story: First-time car buyers battle skimpy supply, sticker shock. Also in the news: Can student loan borrowers handle payments and inflation, 4 money moves to make before the baby arrives, and how to avoid ATM fees with these debit cards. First-Time Car Buyers Battle Skimpy Supply, Sticker Shock How to buy your first […]
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Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to find an LGBTQ-Supportive financial advisor. Also in the news: A new episode of the Smart Money podcast on setting your business up for success, the debate over student loan cancellation, and which items actually got cheaper this month. How to Find an LGBTQ-Supportive Financial Advisor Financial advisors exist for every […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Advice for renters priced out of homebuying. Also in the news: How to book a flight that (likely) won’t get canceled, U.S. drivers’ gas spending soars, and how to build generational wealth. Advice for Renters Priced Out of Homebuying Use a timeout from home shopping to reevaluate goals and strengthen finances. How […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How the rest of 2022 might play out for homebuyers. Also in the news: How a hotel satisfaction promise has led to more discontent, 4 money moves to make before baby arrives, and when to choose miles over reward points. ‘Good deals for the bold:’ How the rest of 2022 might play […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Are 4-day workweeks and flexible hours the future of full-time? Also in the news: A new episode of the Smart Money podcast on home affordability trends in the United States and abroad, what to do if you can’t out-budget inflation, and how to set your own prices for Amazon Prime Day. Are […]
Q&A: How to walk away from timeshare maintenance fees
Dear Liz: We have owned a timeshare since 2007. It’s paid in full. We are not using it anymore and would like to stop paying the annual maintenance fees. Help! Selling or giving it away is not easy. Should we just stop paying the maintenance fees? At 71, how bad could the impact be? Answer: […]