Today’s top story: Hidden home risks that send insurance through the roof. Also in the news:How to buy a salvage-title vehicle, 12 items you should always buy in bulk, and why savings accounts and CDs are still worth it despite low rates. Hidden Home Risks That Send Insurance Through the Roof A house’s location, construction […]
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Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to shop during Medicare open enrollment. Also in the news: Don’t wait to apply for student loans for next year, 6 things you should add to your pandemic travel kit, and how to handle a suspicious inquiry in your credit report. Medicare Open Enrollment: How to Shop Two Medicare-related open enrollment […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: No credit? 3 steps to qualify for a great credit card. Also in the news:Ugrading your space while working at home means a call to your insurance agent, how to avoid impulse buying by disabling Amazon’s 1-Click ordering, and how to budget for long-term unemployment. No Credit? 3 Steps to Qualify for […]
Beware high-risk homes that drive up insurance
When house hunting, the price of homeowners insurance probably isn’t top of mind. But homes with hidden risks can make getting coverage difficult, expensive or both. Learning how to identify them could save you a bundle. This could be a particularly important concern for first-time homebuyers and those moving from cities to suburban or rural […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Mortgage Outlook: A pre-election pause for October rates? Also in the news: A new episode of the SmartMoney podcast on the unequal employment recover and the case for used cars, many avoid bankruptcy out of fear, and how to opt out of pre-screened credit offers. Mortgage Outlook: A Pre-Election Pause for October […]
Q&A: Weekly free credit reports
Dear Liz: In a recent column, you wrote that credit reports are now available weekly from AnnualCreditReport.com. Most people understand that they are entitled to a free credit report once a year via that site. Please explain what is meant by “now available weekly?” By signing up for a paid service from one or more […]