Today’s top story: 5 debt questions you’re afraid to ask. Also in the news: The best accounts for short-term savings, the 10 most-stolen cars and the cost of theft insurance, and what happens when your bank loses a cash deposit. 5 Debt Questions You’re Afraid to Ask We have the answers. Best Accounts for Short-Term […]
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Q&A: How cosigning a mortgage loan can bring big risks
Dear Liz: I’ve been self-employed for just over a year. Because of disbursements from a recent divorce, I have enough money to make a 40% down payment on a modest house. My income will easily cover the resulting mortgage payments, health insurance and other expenses, but I’ve been turned down for a loan several times […]
Q&A: When waiting to take Social Security doesn’t make sense
Dear Liz: I receive $2,400 per month in Social Security. My wife, who turned 66 in early April, was told by the Social Security Administration that her retirement benefit will be about $800. Can I get spousal benefits for her of $1,200, less what her Social Security amount will be? My problem is that she […]
Friday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: The myRA program is dead. But there is an alternative. Also in the news: Borrowing money from friends and family when you’re in a jam, and four financial milestones to reach before you retire. Obama-Era Retirement Plan Is Dead. Here’s an Alternative The myRA program is dead. Ask Brianna: Should I Borrow […]
Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: 5 essential money tips for Generation X. Also in the news: Sales tax holidays, the best ways to send money to your college student, and why Americans are more financially content. 5 Essential Money Tips for Generation X The clock is ticking towards 50. Sales Tax Holidays Save Shoppers Money on Back-to-School […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Learning how to ditch debt. Also in the news: How to prepare for the change from corporate career to entrepreneur, how to teach your kids to be better with money than you are, and why Millennials are paying attention to their 401(k)s. How I Ditched Debt: Making Sense of Cents Every penny […]