Today’s top story: When it’s time to look for a new bank. Also in the news: Personal finance questions you need to answer, how to upgrade your financial life, and ten ways to have a financially happy marriage. 6 Signs It May Be Time to Switch Banks Time for a new relationship? 8 Personal Finance […]
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Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Why treating your household like a business could help your budget. Also in the news: The money moves you need to make right now, why it’s going to get tougher to get a student loan, and how to take advantage of the home office deduction. How to Manage Your Household Budget Like […]
Q&A: Giving financial advice to family
Dear Liz: I am 30 and have two sisters, ages 31 and 27. My wife and I both have good jobs that allow us to live comfortably and save for retirement. My sisters, on the other hand, have severe money problems. My older sister works a low-paying retail job. She is unable to save and […]
Q&A: Financial aid and divorce
Dear Liz: My ex-wife and I are about to start the financial aid process for our eldest child, who goes to college in the fall. My ex happens to have a higher income than me, and has asked me if I’d be willing to have different aid scenarios calculated based on our different incomes and […]
Q&A: Brokerage follow-up
Dear Liz: You recently explained the insurance limits for brokerage accounts covered by the Securities Investor Protection Corp. I recently retired from the brokerage industry and wanted to add that many firms have additional insurance coverage beyond the SIPC limits. Answer: Good point. Brokerages often purchase additional coverage from private insurers on top of what’s […]
Friday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Credit report red flags that only your lender can see. Also in the news: What to do when you receive a windfall, how financial literacy can help fight domestic violence, and important tax info for freelancers. 4 Credit Report Red Flags You Don’t See – But Your Lender Does Secret warning signs […]