Dear Liz: I went back to school in 2002 to get my teaching credential. I took out several student loans and set up a repayment plan upon graduating with automatic deduction out of my checking account. Several years ago, the IRS started garnishing my bank account stating that there was a lien but I never […]
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Q&A: The road to homeownership should be paved with skepticism
Dear Liz: My husband is 46 and I am 43. We have been living in Las Vegas for six years. We are aware that we missed out on buying a home a few years ago. Are we chasing a dream or do you think that we might have another chance to buy a house in […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to have healthy finances. Also in the news: Credit cards to pack for your road trip, learning about a Solo 401(k), and ten ridiculously easy ways to save $300 a month. Want Healthy Finances? Start Here Getting your finances in shape. Credit Card Perks to Pack for Your Road Trip Getting […]
Friday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How much you should spend on a wedding gift. Also in the news: How health insurers are fighting opioid addiction, why new homeowners should plan for additional expenses, and how o turn your used electronics into cash. How Much Should You Spend on a Wedding Gift? Answering the age-old question. How Health […]
Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How teachers can ace retirement without Social Security. Also in the news: Why credit cards are serving big restaurant rewards, making sure your spending personality matches your credit cards, and the one mistake that can cost millennials millions. Teachers: Here’s How to Ace Retirement Without Social Security It varies from state to […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How financing a vacation with a credit card could ruin your fun. Also in the news: How immigrants can plan a comfortable retirement, how one immigrant started her financial journey in the U.S., and what to do if your defined benefit pension plan is frozen. How Financing a Vacation with Credit Cards […]