Today’s top story: Why free life insurance at work might not be enough. Also in the news: 5 personal finance books to read this year, picking a career you’ll actually like, and why your debt to income ration matters. Why Free Life Insurance at Work Might Not Be Enough Making sure you’re fully covered. 5 […]
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Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: 3 ways debt settlement may not be the fix you expect. Also in the news: NFL great Eric Dickerson shares money and life lessons, where to find low-cost checking and the reason why most people get rejected for a personal loan. 3 Ways Debt Settlement May Not Be the Fix You Expect […]
Should we pay people to save?
Long ago, people were rewarded for saving. Banks contributed something known as “interest” to the amounts deposited in savings accounts. OK, technically they still do, but you’d be forgiven for not noticing the tiny amounts added in a low-rate environment. The current average interest rate on savings accounts is 0.06 percent. Anemic rates may not […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to max out your Roth IRA in 2018. Also in the news: Why smarter cars aren’t saving us money on car insurance, 4 tax breaks that could help those caring for elderly parents, and 5 money moves that will help you retire early. How to Max Out Your Roth IRA in […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: The 4 best times to file taxes. Also in the news: What’s different in this year’s tax filings, 5 traits shared by the best financial planners, and could this be the year to buy a house? The 4 Best Times to File Taxes Never Mind Tax Reform — What’s Different When I […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: 3 ways to invest in your career this week. Also in the news: How to pick stock investments, checking accounts for seniors, and using your emergency savings to pay off credit card debt. 3 Ways to Invest in Your Career This Week Give your career a boost. How to Pick Stock Investments […]