Dear Liz: My husband has a lower credit score than I. He gives me a check every month from his personal checking account, which I deposit in our family account so I can pay our credit cards. He thinks that he needs to pay some of the cards directly in order to improve his score. […]
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Today’s top story: 8½ birthdays that can affect your finances. Also in the news: How to navigate the costs of starting your van life, how to befriend your money and reap the benefits, and how long something stays on your credit report. 8 ½ birthdays that can affect your finances Mark your calendars. How to […]
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Today’s top story: How 3 entrepreneurs overcame credit struggles. Also in the news: 4 best ways to redeem your choice privileges points, Medicare and hospice, and how to spot a predatory lender. These 3 Entrepreneurs Overcame Credit Struggles; Here’s Their Advice Credit unions, credit counseling and even credit cards helped — but so did their […]
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Today’s top story: What COVID-Era travel changes are likely here to stay? Also in the news: How to travel cheaply and safely this summer, 5 key credit card strategies for international travel, and the best no-fee credit card welcome bonuses right now. What COVID-Era Travel Changes Are Likely Here to Stay? The pandemic has changed […]
8 ½ birthdays that can affect your finances
You hit a lot of milestone birthdays when you’re young. There’s your first birthday, of course, and also the one where you turn 10 (finally, double digits!). At 13, you’re a teenager. At 16, you’re probably thinking about driving. At 18, you can vote; at 21, you can get into bars. You hit a bunch […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: What to do when you can’t open a bank account. Also in the news: 6 tips to streamline insurance payments on home damage claims, college-bound grads could exit with $38K in student loan debt, and how to build your business credit score. What to Do When You Can’t Open a Bank Account […]