Today’s top story: How to create a one-page financial plan. Also in the news: Money leaks you might be overlooking, why Fannie Mae is making it easier to get a loan, and how being frugal can sometimes backfire. When Simple Is Better: How To Create A One-Page Financial Plan Sticking to the basics. 10 Money […]
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Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Financial behaviors you don’t want to pass on to your kids. Also in the news: Facts that will change how you think about money, how to find a financial advisor, and how to choose between saving or paying off debt. 11 Financial Behaviors You Don’t Want Your Kids to Learn From You […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to decide how much life insurance you really need. Also in the news: What you should know before opening a credit card, money habits that could save you thousands, and what you need to know before buying or leasing a car. How Much Life Insurance Do You Really Need? How to […]
Q&A: The legitimacy of tax reduction companies
Dear Liz: I fell behind on making my quarterly estimated tax payments for a long list of reasons, and when I file my return, the IRS will find out. I have heard they can seize your IRAs, which I have but do not want to cash out to pay. I found a service on the […]
Q&A: Free credit report
Dear Liz: I was trying to get my free credit report as you suggested in a recent column. I was asked to pay $1, which made me very uneasy. Why do they do this? Answer: The fact that you were asked to pay for your free credit report — even a nominal amount such as […]
Q&A: Homeowners association fees
Dear Liz: I am a single woman 10 to 15 years away from retirement. My town home will be paid off next month. Does it make better financial sense to sell my town home to avoid significant monthly homeowners association fees and invest in a single-family home? Answer: It depends. Many single-family homes, particularly in […]