Today’s top story: Amazon, Synchrony launch credit builder card. Also in the news: 5 reasons to keep renting, 5 steps to consolidate your debt with a personal loan, and when to use cash instead of credit. Amazon, Synchrony Launch Secured Credit Builder Card Amazon targets the secured credit market. 5 Reasons to Keep Renting More […]
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Q&A: Estate tax versus inheritance tax
Dear Liz: In a recent column, you wrote that “only six states … have inheritance taxes.” My state of Oregon is not listed. Oregon certainly has an estate tax (one of the highest in the U.S.) and Washington also has one. Answer: Many people confuse estate and inheritance taxes, but they’re not the same thing. […]
Q&A: How to boost your credit score before you buy a house
Dear Liz: I am trying to purchase my first home. I have a 20% down payment for the price range that I am looking for. The issue I am running into is that I have relatively new credit and my credit score is not great at all. I had to go to the emergency room […]
Friday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: The lowdown on the new tools to jump-start your credit. Also in the news: How to pass a smog test – and what to do if your car fails, how insurance quotes affect your credit score, and what happens if you hit the Roth IRA income cap. The Lowdown on New Tools […]
Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: 5 steps to consolidate your debt with a personal loan. Also in the news: 5 myths about debt consolidation, collection costs on defaulted student loans, and the pitfalls of promotional APR credit cards. 5 Steps to Consolidate Your Debt With a Personal Loan A to-do list. Forget These 5 Myths You’ve Heard […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Chase brings back limits on Cardholders’ right to sue. Also in the news: 5 getaways within reach using Southwest’s latest sign-up bonus, how to save for retirement and pay your student loans at the same time, and 8 pieces of financial advice from college commencement speakers. Chase Brings Back Limits on Cardholders’ […]