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Thursday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Why stock pickers usually don’t beat the market. Also in the news: travel bloggers spill savings secrets, how to help your teen use their summer job earnings wisely, and some welcome news about college tuition. 3 Reasons Most Stock Pickers Don’t Beat the Market A tough, tough job. Travel Bloggers Spill Savings […]

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Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: 7 tax tips for new college grads. Also in the news: Why many people don’t know the cost of bad credit, how to travel on the cheap, and the death of payday loans. 7 Tax Tips for New College Grads It’s a whole new tax world. How Costly Is Bad Credit? Many […]

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‘Smart’ money moves that aren’t so smart

The odds of winning a lottery are infinitesimal. Yet inevitably, someone does. Inspired by the idea of a huge payoff, millions of people burn money on lottery tickets. The financial strategies below aren’t as much of a long shot as the lottery. More than a handful of people may actually benefit. But many who are […]

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Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Budgeting for college students. Also in the news: What to do when the GI Bill won’t cover college, 6 ways to travel cheaply, and why frugal retirees are ditching the 4% rule and hoarding their savings instead. Budgeting for College Students: Where to Start You don’t have to live on ramen. What […]

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Monday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: What to do when you’ve reached your savings goal. Also in the news: What to do when you’re upside down on a car loan, Social Security surprises that may leave money on the table, and what to do if you need $100 fast. Reached Your Savings Goals? Here’s What to Do Next […]