Today’s top story: 3 things you should know about the Dow hitting 20,000. Also in the news: Starting 2017 with a financial cleanse, how to protect your finances during a divorce, and tax-preparation tips for early birds. 3 Things You Should Know About the Dow Hitting 20,000 Breaking the 20K mark. Start 2017 With a […]
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Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How medical bill advocates can slash your costs. Also in the news: How two-factor authentication protects your online info, how investing apps can foil financial planning, and four credit card trends for 2017. How Medical Bill Advocates Can Slash Your Costs An advocate will go to bat to reduce your medical costs. […]
Your mother’s maiden name is not a secret
Your mother’s maiden name is probably not a secret. Neither, necessarily, is your high school mascot or the size of your car payment. But some banks and brokerages still pretend this is information only you would know, and that could be putting your money at risk. So-called security questions long ago outlived their usefulness, since […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to find a good tax preparer. Also in the news: Excuses for delaying retirement savings, what the TCF bank suit means for you, and why used cars usually have higher interests rates. How to Find a Good Tax Preparer (and Write Off the Bad Ones) Finding good help during tax season. […]
Q&A: Paying an advisor vs. doing it yourself
Dear Liz: I started with a fee-only advisor 10 years ago. She moved to another company a few years after and I followed. She’s really done well for me. My question is, now that I’m getting ready to retire, should I manage my own accounts to avoid incurring commissions or fees? I don’t anticipate making […]
Q&A: Taking a look at the confusing world of credit scores
Dear Liz: I was recently denied a credit card and told my score was 150 points lower than what my credit reports show. Why would this be? Am I being deceived by the credit reporting agencies? It was such a low number that it’s a little hard to believe since I have been approved for […]