Today’s top story: Distinguishing between needs vs. wants and how to budget for both. Also in the news: The pros and cons of an LLC, the bull market’s 8th anniversary, and why you shouldn’t lie on your taxes. Needs vs. Wants: How to Distinguish and Budget for Both An important distinction. LLC: Pros and Cons […]
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Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: 12 tips to cut your tax bill. Also in the news: Why Millennials shouldn’t forget about estate planning, 7 amazing things to be after you die, and the U.S. cities with the highest credit scores. 12 Tips to Cut Your Tax Bill Itemizing is key. Millennials, Don’t Forget Estate Planning Putting it […]
9 bills where you can cut a better deal
The word “bills” used to be synonymous with “fixed expenses.” But there’s nothing fixed about many of the bills a typical household pays today. Some bills have introductory rates that expire, shooting monthly costs skyward. Others offer secret discounts or upgrades to those in the know. Providers constantly tweak their plans and pricing, which means […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: What immigrants earn in each state and how much they send abroad. Also in the news: Steps to reach your savings goal, why you should tread carefully in the broker wars, and why your financial planner should be a fiduciary. What Immigrants Earn in Each State and How Much They Send Abroad […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Finding which tax credits you qualify for. Also in the news: New rules could mean lower life insurance rates, why you shouldn’t fear your mobile wallet, and all the credit card companies that offer free access to your credit score. What Tax Credits Can I Qualify For? Saving the most money possible. […]
Q&A: Fees can do serious damage to your retirement
Dear Liz: When I changed jobs, I rolled my 401(k) account into an IRA and took it to a financial planner. He invested it initially and now has a management company watching it. So now I am paying quarterly fees to him, the management company and the IRA custodian. The fees average about $2,000 a […]