Today’s top story: Resolving to slim down your credit cards in the new year. Also in the news: Why you need a Roth IRA even if you have a 401(k), how to reach your 2018 travel goals with credit card rewards, and what to know about the major cryptocurrencies besides Bitcoin. This New Year, Resolve […]
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Q&A: Credit freezes complicate setting up online Social Security accounts
Dear Liz: You’ve recently written about protecting ourselves by establishing online Social Security accounts. Social Security prevents me (or anyone else) from creating an online account because I have credit freezes in place. As I understand the process, Social Security uses the credit bureaus to verify my identity. With a freeze, there’s no identity verification. […]
Q&A: How to cash savings bonds for children
Dear Liz: My son is trying to cash in his children’s savings bonds, which seems to be difficult. You used to be able to go to a bank to do that. Is that still possible? If not, how can you do it now? Answer: If the bonds were electronic, they probably would be held in […]
Q&A: Why failing to pay your taxes is a risky form of protest
Dear Liz: I write in earnest hope that you might consider giving advice to those wondering about withholding federal taxes as a form of protest over the enactment of the new tax bill. What are the possible legal ramifications of withholding federal taxes? If one is willing to accept the possible consequences, how might one […]
Thursday’s need-to-know news
Today’s top story: 6 for-keeps New Year’s Resolutions for New Homeowners. Also in the news: Saving money by exercising outdoors this winter, learning the basics of the GOP Tax Plan, and the pros and cons of prepaying your 2018 property taxes in 2017. 6 For-Keeps New Year’s Resolutions for New Homeowners Survival tips to keep […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Making your investing resolutions a reality in 2018. Also in the news: Free activities to get your family out of the house, learn the truth about overdraft fees, and 3-month Equifax fraud alerts are expiring. Make Your Investing Resolutions Reality in 2018 A whole new outlook for a new year. Get Your […]