Today’s top story: New scoring could help credit-shy millennials. Also in the news: Giving yourself the gift of a $0 credit card balance, 5 key steps to joining the 401(k) Millionaires Club, and why you should only share your credit card info at a hotel at the front desk. New Scoring Could Help Credit-Shy Millennials […]
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Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Identity theft risks for holiday shoppers. Also in the news: 5 guidelines for happier holiday tipping, what to buy (and skip) in December, and how to balance your short-term and long-term financial goals. Holiday Shoppers, Beware of These 3 Identity Theft Risks Protect yourself. 5 Guidelines for Happier Holiday Tipping Saying thanks. […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to make the most of the Child Tax Credit this year. Also in the news: 4 reasons to ditch your old debit card, getting to know your 401(k) plan, and how to choose the best tax software. How to Make the Most of the Child Tax Credit This Year The tax […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Parents are struggling to repay college loans. Also in the news: How to just say no to gift exchanges, late credit card payments may cost more in 2019, and how mobile wallets can do serious damage to your finances this holiday season. Parents Struggling to Repay College Loans, Report Finds Drowning in […]
New scoring could help credit-shy millennials
Millennials’ aversion to credit cards can make it hard for them to build good credit scores. A recently announced scoring system, the UltraFICO, may someday help them and other consumers get loans and credit based on how they use their bank accounts. People who don’t overdraw and who keep a few hundred dollars in their […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Free investments can come at a cost. Also in the news: How to not be your own worst enemy when investing, 5 things to cut your tax bill by December 31st, and how to increase your 401(k) or IRA contributions for 2019. Free Investments Can Come at a Cost Free doesn’t always […]