Today’s top story: How to declare your financial independence. Also in the news: What you need to know before becoming a landlord, how the financial crisis in Greece could effect your portfolio, and a little known Texas law that could save you from medical debt. 3 Ways to Declare Your Financial Independence This July 4th […]
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3 retirement strategies whose days may be numbered
Social Security used to offer a “do over” to people who erred by starting benefits too early. Instead of being locked into substandard payments for life, those who had the cash could pay back all the benefits they had received and start over with a new, permanently higher payment. Advisors to the wealthy discovered their […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to save for retirement while getting out of debt. Also in the news: money lessons to teach your kids this summer, money myth busting, and how to protect your Facebook information from identity thieves. How to Save for Retirement While Getting Out of Debt It’s not impossible. 9 Money Lessons To […]
My FICO score is 846. And 796. And 878. And…
One of the most persistent credit scoring myths is that you have one. You don’t have one, you have many, and they change all the time. The dominant model is the FICO, but even that comes in many flavors. You can get a taste for how many at MyFICO. When I bought my scores there […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: The most common used car buying scams. Also in the news: Saving an extra $1,000 by Labor Day, how to keep “funemployment” from draining your savings, and the qualities you should look for in a financial adviser. 5 of the Most Common Used Car Buying Scams Don’t get taken for a ride! […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: The money mistakes you make in your 40’s. Also in the news: What financial documents you should keep, what every college grad needs to know about money, and the important things you need to know about Social Security. Money mistakes you make in your 40s A crucial time for your financial future. […]