Dear Liz: After being an unmarried couple for 15 years, we were married in February 2014. Though I sent this information to my company’s benefits department, I neglected to change my W-4 status from “single” to “married.” I’m crossing my fingers that when all is said and done, we have paid the correct taxes when […]
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Q&A: Investment returns
Dear Liz: In a recent column you mentioned a fund that shows a return of 7% consistently for several years to present. Would you be so kind as to provide me with the name of the fund? Answer: I don’t know of any mutual fund that’s shown a consistent 7% return year in and year […]
Q&A: Social Security survivor benefits
Dear Liz: My 90-year-old father recently passed away. My mother, who will be 90 in February, has a phone meeting with Social Security coming up. It is my understanding that she will have the opportunity to take my dad’s full benefit in place of hers since it is much higher. Is that correct? Is there […]
Friday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Credit cards tips that’ll last a lifetime. Also in the news: Why your credit score matters the most in your twenties, how to wrangle your W-2s from your employer, and millionaire money tips for the rest of us. 8 Credit Card Tips That Will Last a Lifetime Solid advice. Why Your Credit […]
Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: The most embarrassing money topics. Also in the news: How to make a life insurance claim, seven signs you have bad credit, and the insurance questions you should ask when buying a car. Top 10 Most Embarrassing Money Topics What makes you cringe? How to Make a Life Insurance Claim Be proactive. […]
3 smart strategies to get the best deal on everything
Thanks to the ease of comparison shopping online, almost anyone can suss out a 10% discount these days, and 20% isn’t all that tough either. But if you’re looking for major-league savings—the kind that can reach 30% to 50% off or more—then you need a special weapon. You need intel. In my latest for Money […]