Today’s top story: Big changes are coming to your FICO score. Also in the news: Lessons learned from selling a house, building a financial dashboard, and how much you should really set aside for retirement. New FICO Score Factors in Utilities & How Often You Move Changes are coming to your credit score. Lessons Learned […]
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Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: What you need to know about IRA conversions and college financial aid. Also in the news: Avoiding costly tax mistakes, tips for buying a home when you’re in debt, and five things you didn’t know about a 529 plan. Roth IRA Conversions And College Aid: Timing Is Everything How a conversion could […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to wreck someone else’s credit. Also in the news: How much you need to save in case of an emergency, five tax resolutions for next April 15th, and ten steps to a smarter spending plan. 4 Ways You Can Wreck Somebody Else’s Credit Not that you should, of course. In Case […]
Fraud and more fraud
A few days ago I called American Express because I wanted them to send us a new Bluebird card, since we hadn’t been able to find the prepaid card we used in Europe. It turns out someone else used a fraudulent card with our number at an ATM last month, twice, each time withdrawing 50 […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to decide between debt consolidation or bankruptcy. Also in the news: Apps that can help you save money right now, how to create an income plan from your retirement savings, and how to protect yourself against unemployment. Debt Consolidation Vs. Bankruptcy: Which Should You Choose? How to make a crucial decision. […]
Q&A: Saving for retirement
Dear Liz: After many years of unemployment, I finally got a full-time position. It is a state job with a pension. How much do I need to save for retirement? Can I focus on paying off debt and saving for college, and trust I will be OK in retirement? Answer: Your long stint of unemployment […]