Today’s top story: How to write a will that won’t trigger a family feud. Also in the news: Bundling insurance doesn’t always save money, Millennials are doing just fine with their finances, and deciding if you can afford to have kids. How to Write a Will That Won’t Trigger a Family Feud Keeping the peace […]
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Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: One couple’s real estate journey to a home in Philadelphia. Also in the news: What rising DTI limits mean for your next mortgage, why the cashless trend doesn’t have all shoppers sold, and bad money habits you could be guilty of. How I bought a home in Philadelphia One couple’s real estate […]
How to write a will that won’t trigger a family feud
Creating an estate plan is a gift to the people you leave behind. By expressing your wishes, you’re trying to guide your loved ones at a difficult, emotional time. All too often, though, well-meaning people do things destined to create discord, rancor and resentment among their heirs. What looks good on paper may play out […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How an engineer digs out of $100,000 in loans. Also in the news: What to do if Hurricane Florence hits your home and/or mortgage, 3 low-stress ways to invest for retirement, and the pros and cons of identity monitoring. Debt Diary: How an Engineer Digs Out of $100,000 in Loans Accounting for […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Why your financial advisor has a financial advisor. Also in the news: Is a rent-to-own home right for you, what really matters with your first credit card, and why FICO credit scores are now at their highest levels ever. Why Your Financial Advisor Has a Financial Advisor Taking off the blinders. Is […]
Q&A: Why it’s important to pay bills on time
Dear Liz: I recently checked one of those free credit score sites and saw three delinquent department store accounts from over a year ago. I was 30 days late but paid all three accounts in full last year. What can I do to remove that from my credit report? Answer: You can ask the store […]