Today’s top story: 3 steps to breaking unhealthy financial habits. Also in the news: Another $400 in free college aid, 4 retirement savings strategies for family caregivers, and what to know about the trend in buying “vacation homes” before a regular “starter home.” 3 Steps to Breaking Unhealthy Financial Habits How do you know if you […]
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Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How buy now, pay later loans could alter credit. Also in the news: An interview with Tori Dunlap, founder of the blog Her First $100K and the “Financial Feminist” podcast, when to refinance student loans, and how to get ready to pay $5 a gallon for gas. How Buy Now, Pay Later Loans […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to maximize paying taxes with a credit card for points. Also in the news: How travel is back, 5 reasons to be optimistic about your summer travel plans, and how rising fed interest rates affect home buyers, homeowners. How to Maximize Paying Taxes with a Credit Card for Points You can rack up […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to know if you qualify for free file and use it. Also in the news: 5 things to know about guaranteed universal life insurance, the worst that will happen if you file your taxes late, and if gas is really cheaper at Costco. Analysis: Taxpayers Waste Billions on Filing Federal Returns Each […]
How buy now, pay later loans could alter credit
Expanding access to credit is a worthy goal. Too many people can’t get a mortgage or an emergency loan at a reasonable rate because they can’t show a solid credit history. They may pay more for insurance or make large security deposits to get utilities or rent an apartment. Recently, the three major credit bureaus […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Combating inflation, and saving for retirement amid climate change. Also in the news: 3 ways to lessen the impact of inflation on your small business, 3 ways small-business owners will feel a fed rate increase, and how to get on top of planned expenses with sinking funds. Smart Money Podcast: Combating Inflation, and […]