Today’s top story: The ten things you need to know about credit scores. Also in the news: Five ways to save in managing your money, why passive income is worth more than active income, and six retirement planning rules for single women. 10 Things Everyone Should Know About Credit Scores What you need to know. […]
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Q&A: Shifting Roth IRA Broker Fees
Dear Liz: What can I do to stop my broker from deducting trading fees from my Roth IRA contributions, which I make monthly? Let’s say I invest $420 each month, but the broker takes $7, or $84 a year. Shouldn’t this be payable from a separate source so that I can invest the full contribution […]
Q&A: Social Security spousal benefits
Dear Liz: I’m 52 and my wife is 57. I recently retired from the military and will have a small retirement from my new job. When should I take Social Security and when should she take hers? Her letter from the Social Security Administration says that based on her work record, she will receive $88 […]
Q&A: Filing joint tax return while not married
Dear Liz: Is it possible to file a joint tax return if you are not married but have lived together for more than seven years? We’ve owned property together for nine years. Answer: What matters to the IRS is how your state treats your arrangement. Most states don’t recognize common law marriages, in which two […]
Friday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: The best credit card freebies. Also in the news: Breaking bad money habits, the worst states for retirement, and apps that can save you money while shopping. 8 Credit Cards With Freebies Perks from the get go. 5 Ways to Break Your Bad Money Habits Breaking the cycle. 10 Worst States for […]
Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How a good budget can help you build credit. Also in the news: Avoiding financial scams, tips on managing your elderly parent’s money, and five money rules for a successful retirement. How Your Budget Can Help You Build Credit A good budget can help you build a great credit score. 10 Tips […]