Today’s top story: How to save money on your taxes by deducting work-related expenses. Also in the news: Learning about financial therapy, decreasing credit card limits, and financial advice for baby boomers. How IRS Form 2106 Can Save You Money on Taxes Deducting the work expenses your employer doesn’t cover. What You Should Know About […]
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Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Auditing your 401(k) plan. Also in the news: When you should buy both whole and term life insurance, the tax documents you should always keep, and how a balance transfer could help your credit score. How Good Is Your 401(k) Plan? This basic audit will tell you. When to Consider Both Whole […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
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 […]
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 […]