Today’s top story: How to refinance your home without piles of paperwork. Also in the news: Why you should skip credit card advances, understanding your life insurance policy, and 10 ways you could be throwing money away. Can You Refinance Your Home Without a Mountain of Paperwork? Finding a loan that doesn’t require a million […]
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Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Getting debt collectors off of your credit report is about to get easier. Also in the news: How to change a bad spending habit, the worst financial mistakes you can make during a divorce, and the worst markets in America to buy a home. Why Kicking Debt Collectors Off of Your Credit […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Housing costs that could increase. Also in the news: How to get out of debt, what you should know about credit card loyalty programs, and surprising ways bad credit can make your life difficult. 4 Housing Costs That Could Go Up Time to plan ahead. The Ultimate Guide To Getting Out Of […]
Q&A: Living like a student after graduation
Dear Liz: Regarding your recent column advising recent college grads to keep living like students: I helped my three children do just that. I had them live at home rent-free for six months after graduation and told them to save money like crazy. Then when they rented an apartment, they would have the rental deposit […]
Q&A: Uniform Transfers to Minors Act
Dear Liz: My in-laws have gifted stock to our children through the Uniform Transfers to Minors Act (UTMA) to help pay future college expenses. The value of the stock has increased significantly over the past few years. We would like to sell the shares and move the proceeds into more stable investments for our children. […]
Q&A: Delaying Social Security benefits
Dear Liz: If I retire at 66 but don’t collect my Social Security until 70, will my benefit increase or stay the same since I wouldn’t be working? I can’t find this answer anywhere! Thanks so much. Answer: Your benefit will increase eight percent each year you put off starting benefits between your full retirement […]