Today’s top story: The secrets of boosting your credit score. Also in the news: A 3-step retirement plan for 20-somethings, where the U.S. ranks on basic money smarts, and money steps to take before your 70th birthday. A 3-step retirement savings plan for 20-somethings How to get started on the path to retirement. The Secrets […]
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Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to get fired up about saving money. Also in the news: How much you should be saving for the holidays, using “bill fixers” to negotiate lower rates, and the top beliefs that are keeping you broke. 4 Ways to Get Yourself Fired Up About Saving Money Keeping yourself motivated. How Much […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to protect your credit cards online. Also in the news: Tips to avoid investing scams, moves to make before the Fed raises interest rates, and how to handle investments if you divorce. 4 Ways to Protect Your Credit Cards Online With holiday shopping just around the corner, you can’t be too […]
Q&A: More on Social Security rule changes
Dear Readers: The changes Congress made to the “claim now, claim more later” Social Security strategy generated so many questions from readers that I’m devoting a second column to answering some of those queries. Next week, we’ll get back to the usual mix of personal finance topics. Dear Liz: I am divorced after being married […]
Friday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Busting the myths about chip credit cards. Also in the news: Relying on Social Security, how to pay for taking care of your aging parents, and how to avoid airline price surges this Thanksgiving. 5 Chip Credit Card Myths Busted Mythbusting the chip myths. After Budget Deal’s Surprise Cuts, Can Boomers Really […]
Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: What to do when your spouse is sabotaging your finances. Also in the news: Money saving tips for couples, the first thing you should do after getting a raise, and how to afford your next cold. What to Do When Your Spouse Is Sabotaging Your Finances Don’t call a divorce lawyer just […]