Today’s top story: Money moves that could kill your retirement. Also in the news: How to stress test your budget, how to build long-term wealth while renting, and how to prepare your parents for financing their long-term care. 9 Money Moves That Could Kill Your Retirement Avoid these at all costs. Stress-Test Your Budget with […]
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Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How buying a home can give your credit a boost. Also in the news: What really happens when you default on your student loans, why it’s important to protect your digital assets, and what happens to your budget when your parents move in. How Buying a Home Can Help Your Credit Your […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: A guide to student loan debt for new college grads. Also in the news: What parents should teach their kids about finances, what to do before hiring a financial adviser, and major money mistakes made by seniors and retirees. The New Grad’s Guide to Student Loan Debt Congratulations! Time to pay up! […]
Q&A: Investment advice websites
Dear Liz: I invest in real estate and have a secure pension, but I also have a managed stock account worth about $250,000 and would like to get more involved in investing that. Can you recommend some good books on how the market works and perhaps a couple of good middle-of-the-road websites? Everything I see […]
Q&A: Filing and Suspending Social Security
Dear Liz: I was told by a staff person at our Social Security office that because I am seven years older than my husband (he is 58, I am 65), the “file and suspend” wouldn’t work for me and that because I am waiting until 70 to claim benefits, it was a non-issue. Is that […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: What you need to know about the huge US data breach. Also in the news: What lenders are looking for, checking in on your financial health, and making sure your extra student loan payments are going to the right place. The Massive U.S. Government Hack: What You Need to Know Four million […]