Today’s top story: 5 car-buying mistakes to avoid in today’s overheated market. Also in the news: PPP is gone but government help for small businesses isn’t, experts make 5 predictions for Black Friday 2021, and how to avoid making this common mistake with your health savings account. 5 Car-Buying Mistakes to Avoid in Today’s Overheated […]
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Today’s top story: How the toy shortage could affect your holiday. Also in the news: How to pay for home improvements without equity, 3 free ways to run your business more smoothly, and how to save money like a ‘super saver’. How the Toy Shortage Could Affect Your Holidays Popular toys could be hard to […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: 3 questions to ask before you buy cryptocurrency. Also in the news: What COVID test is required for travel, how to fix an overdrawn bank account, and flexibility is key when traveling abroad during COVID. 3 Questions to Ask Before You Buy Cryptocurrency Here’s how to know whether you’re ready for the […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: 6 things you should know about signing up for Medicare. Also in the news: How to invest with your HSA, how Buy Now/Pay Later can be helpful, and how to use the 50/15/5 rule for spending and saving. 6 Things You Should Know About Signing Up for Medicare With fall enrollment open […]
How the toy shortage could affect your holidays
Many popular toys may sell out long before the holidays, thanks to ongoing pandemic-related disruptions. This could be a disaster — or a great opportunity to reshape how we celebrate. We can shop earlier and more thoughtfully, resisting the last-minute scramble for “must-have” items that really aren’t. We can choose classic over trendy, handmade over […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: The end of student loan forbearance will be tougher on women. Also in the news: A new episode of the Smart Money podcast on what people get wrong about credit and how to build a budget when you’re self-employed, 5 misconceptions about how insurers price your auto premium, and start your holiday […]