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Today’s top story: How buying a home can give your credit a boost. Also in the news: What really happens when you default on your student loans, why it’s important to protect your digital assets, and what happens to your budget when your parents move in. How Buying a Home Can Help Your Credit Your […]
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Today’s top story: A guide to student loan debt for new college grads. Also in the news: What parents should teach their kids about finances, what to do before hiring a financial adviser, and major money mistakes made by seniors and retirees. The New Grad’s Guide to Student Loan Debt Congratulations! Time to pay up! […]
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Dear Liz: I invest in real estate and have a secure pension, but I also have a managed stock account worth about $250,000 and would like to get more involved in investing that. Can you recommend some good books on how the market works and perhaps a couple of good middle-of-the-road websites? Everything I see […]
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Today’s top story: What you need to know about the huge US data breach. Also in the news: What lenders are looking for, checking in on your financial health, and making sure your extra student loan payments are going to the right place. The Massive U.S. Government Hack: What You Need to Know Four million […]
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Today’s top story: How to save money on your taxes by deducting work-related expenses. Also in the news: Learning about financial therapy, decreasing credit card limits, and financial advice for baby boomers. How IRS Form 2106 Can Save You Money on Taxes Deducting the work expenses your employer doesn’t cover. What You Should Know About […]
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Today’s top story: Auditing your 401(k) plan. Also in the news: When you should buy both whole and term life insurance, the tax documents you should always keep, and how a balance transfer could help your credit score. How Good Is Your 401(k) Plan? This basic audit will tell you. When to Consider Both Whole […]
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Today’s top story: How to refinance your home without piles of paperwork. Also in the news: Why you should skip credit card advances, understanding your life insurance policy, and 10 ways you could be throwing money away. Can You Refinance Your Home Without a Mountain of Paperwork? Finding a loan that doesn’t require a million […]
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Today’s top story: Getting debt collectors off of your credit report is about to get easier. Also in the news: How to change a bad spending habit, the worst financial mistakes you can make during a divorce, and the worst markets in America to buy a home. Why Kicking Debt Collectors Off of Your Credit […]
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Today’s top story: Housing costs that could increase. Also in the news: How to get out of debt, what you should know about credit card loyalty programs, and surprising ways bad credit can make your life difficult. 4 Housing Costs That Could Go Up Time to plan ahead. The Ultimate Guide To Getting Out Of […]
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