Today’s top story: 10 tax forms you need to know before you file. Also in the news: How Blacks took banking into their own hands, understanding collision and comprehensive insurance, and why you shouldn’t take financial advice from commercials. 10 Tax Forms You Need to Know Before You File Understanding the 1099s and the W2s. […]
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Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: NerdWallet’s best credit card tips for February. Also in the news: How to cope with delayed tax refunds, brick and mortar stalwarts close as e-commerce thrives, and free online classes to improve your financial literacy. NerdWallet’s Best Credit Card Tips for February 2017 What cards will serve you best? IRS Delays Some […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: 2017 Tax Checklist. Also in the news: How home insurance defends your Super Bowl party mishaps, how using TurboTax could help with your student loans, and new apps to bolster your personal finances. Super Bowl Party Fouls: How Home Insurance Defends Your Turf Making sure your party mishaps are covered. How Using […]
How to help your parents protect their money
Our financial decision-making abilities peak in our 50s and can decline pretty rapidly after age 70, researchers tell us. That’s how otherwise smart older people fall for sweepstakes frauds, Nigerian investment schemes and the grandparent scam, where con artists pretend to be grandchildren in a financial jam. But few people want to hear that they’re […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Determining the best way to do your taxes. Also in the news: Refinancing an FHA loan, what’s next for the stock market, and why now is the time to hunt for higher rates on your bank accounts. Determining the Best Way to Do Your Taxes Finding the way that works best for […]
Q&A: How to tell if you’ve got the right financial advisor
Dear Liz: I have met with a financial advisor, but he wants every investment to go through him. Although he is an advisor, he works for a company and wants me to buy their products. I’m a little resistant about this. What’s your advice? Answer: Anyone can call himself or herself a financial advisor or […]