Today’s top story: How to get your bank to fix a credit card error. Also in the news: How to overcome money anxiety, 12 odd tax deductions that could save you money, and a new government crackdown on aggressive debt collectors. How Do I Get My Bank to Fix a Credit Card Error? Be prepared […]
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Three reasons not to simplify your financial life
January seems to beg for fresh starts, organizing binges and articles about simplifying your life. In some ways, though, a little complexity is a good thing. Of course, paring and consolidating your financial accounts, for example, can help you better track your money. You may find it easier to coordinate your investments, save on account […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: What your credit score doesn’t say about your finances. Also in the news: Putting yourself on a money diet, financial lessons to master before 40, and what to do if you actually win tonight’s Powerball jackpot. 4 Things Your Credit Score Doesn’t Say About You What isn’t revealed. How to Put Yourself […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: The most important number in your financial life. Also in the news: How to get the most from a balance transfer credit card, how to build up your emergency fund, and how to audit your financial products. The 5 Most Important Numbers in Your Financial Life The numbers you need to know. […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to put an end to credit card solicitations. Also in the news: How a two checking account system could help automate your budget, how to maximize your pension, and five surprising sources of debt. How to Stop Credit Card Solicitations for Good Reclaiming your mailbox. Use the Two Checking Account System […]
Q&A: Social Security and marriage
Dear Liz: My partner is 69 and receives about $800 monthly from Social Security. I am 66 and receive about $1,100 from Social Security. We are not married but have been living as such for the past 10 years. We own our home together. Does it make sense financially for us to marry? Answer: When […]