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Today’s top story: What happens to your credit after you die? Also in the news: Secrets to buying long-term-care insurance, how to calculate your personal savings rate, and five steps to planning a secure retirement. What Happens to Your Credit When You Die? Who, if anyone, is responsible for paying it off? 4 Secrets to […]
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Today’s top story: Common money mistakes you need to avoid. Also in the news: When should you get professional help for education expenses, what you need to do in order to retire in the next five years, and five of the craziest credit card perks. 11 Common Money Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make Watch […]
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We had a great Twitter chat today about preparing financially for college, hosted by Experian. (You’ll find the tweets using #creditchat.) I was distressed, though, that many believe people should look for scholarships as a way to reduce college costs. That’s not how it usually works. If you have financial need, colleges typically deduct the […]
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Losing points from your credit scores is all too easy — and getting them back is hard. But if you know how credit scoring works, you can hack the process to rehabilitate your numbers faster. Here are four effective strategies to do just that. (This article first appeared as “4 hacks to boost your credit […]
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Today’s top story: How to cut your monthly bills. Also in the news: College savings mistakes, how to survive a late start in saving for retirement, and what everyone needs to know about credit scores. 6 ways to cut your monthly bills Every little bit helps. The Biggest Mistakes People Make Saving For College It’s […]
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Today’s top story: Unraveling the mysteries of the FICO score. Also in the news: What you shouldn’t buy with your tax refund, teaching your kids good money habits, and 11 common money mistakes to avoid. How Many FICO Scores Are There? More than you’d think. 5 things not to buy with your tax refund Put […]
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Today’s top story: The ten things you need to know about credit scores. Also in the news: Five ways to save in managing your money, why passive income is worth more than active income, and six retirement planning rules for single women. 10 Things Everyone Should Know About Credit Scores What you need to know. […]
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Dear Liz: What can I do to stop my broker from deducting trading fees from my Roth IRA contributions, which I make monthly? Let’s say I invest $420 each month, but the broker takes $7, or $84 a year. Shouldn’t this be payable from a separate source so that I can invest the full contribution […]
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