I’m delighted to announce that I’ve accepted a job with Nerdwallet, the personal finance site, and to celebrate this leap I’m giving away a copy of Tess Vigeland’s wonderful memoir “Leap: Leaving a Job with No Plan B.” To enter to win, please leave a comment here on my blog (not my Facebook page). You […]
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Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: What the recent Fed rate hike means for your adjustable-rate mortgage. Also in the news: One state moves to forgive student loans, how to write ironclad financial resolutions, and how to supercharge your retirement savings. Is It Time to Refinance Your Adjustable-Rate Mortgage? What the recent Fed increase means for your rate. […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Scoring a lower credit card interest rate. Also in the news: the one resolution to improve your finances, creating your own financial plan, and why you need a budget, even if you’re broke. How to Score a Lower Credit Card Interest Rate Time to negotiate. The 1 New Year’s Resolution To Improve […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to simplify your finances in 2016. Also in the news: The questions credit carholders should be asking, what homeowners can expect in 2016, and how long different items stay on your credit report. Four Ways To Simplify Your Finances In 2016 Making your financial life a little easier. 5 Questions Every […]
Q&A: Best savings vehicle for a baby
Dear Liz: I recently gave birth to a little boy. I am wondering about the best savings vehicle that would offer flexibility for when family gives him money. I don’t want to tie it up in a 529 college savings plan in case he doesn’t want to go to college or has other needs. Answer: […]
Q&A: Authorized credit card users
Dear Liz: I have read that only the primary cardholder is responsible for the balance on a credit card, not the authorized user (such as a spouse). When that primary cardholder dies, there is no obligation for an authorized user to pay off the balance. Is this accurate? What would prevent someone whose primary cardholder […]