Today’s top story: What new grads wish their parents had told them about money. Also in the news: How to maximize your savings, what to know before starting a small business, and how free trials can end up costing you big bucks. 5 Things New Grads Wish Their Parents Had Taught Them About Money It’s […]
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Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Habits that can help build your credit. Also in the news: Protecting your data from cyber crooks, the important steps of financial planning, and who’s digging through your credit report? 3 Smart Habits That Can Help Build Your Credit Habits you should pick up. Protect Your Data From Cyber Crooks Tips on […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Tips on improving your credit score by Labor Day. Also in the news: How to get credit bureaus to remove errors from your credit report, the money moves college graduates should make, and how to decide between a credit card or a personal loan. How to Improve Your Credit Score By Labor […]
Q&A: Breaking even with Social Security
Dear Liz: This is in regard to the reader who created a spreadsheet that he thought showed the advantage of taking Social Security early. I retired at age 62 and am now 69 and have not yet started drawing my benefits. I have never done a spreadsheet to determine the relative advantage in waiting to […]
Q&A: Lost tax payment
Dear Liz: I just received a letter from the IRS informing me that I missed a quarterly tax payment last September with several resulting penalties. I made that payment with a check from a securities trust account that I don’t closely monitor, so I didn’t realize the check hadn’t been cashed. The check was placed […]
Friday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: It’s time for your midyear financial checkup! Also in the news: Credit card vows for newlyweds, how your credit score could affect your auto insurance rates, and the surprising affects of credit card debt. A Guide to Your Mid-Year Financial Checkup How’s your year going so far? 6 Credit Card Vows Every […]