American Express’ “Small Business Saturday” credits are back, and they’re more lucrative this year: a $10 statement credit for purchases of $10 or more at qualifying small businesses on Nov. 29. You can get up to $30 in credits on each registered card. I signed up three of our Amex cards yesterday when registration opened, […]
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Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’stop story: For a low-cost college education, consider moving to these places. Also in the news: Celebrating your small financial victories, the hype surrounding Black Friday, and why more Americans are having a tough time making ends meet. The Best and Worst Places to Live for a Low-Cost College Education Planning ahead. Celebrate Your Small […]
Q&A: Disability and student loan liability
Dear Liz: My nephew was persuaded by a recruiter to attend a for-profit technical college. Then, once he entered, his “advisors” persuaded him to take many, many classes — at full price — always handing him student loan paperwork to get more loans. Then they persuaded him to change his major, necessitating a whole new […]
Q&A: Credit card debt and surviving spouses
Dear Liz: You’ve answered a number of questions regarding credit card debt when a person dies. But I haven’t quite seen the answer I need. If a spouse dies, and the remaining spouse is not on the credit card account, is it still the responsibility of the survivor to pay the card? Does the answer […]
Friday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to store and protect your personal financial information. Also in the news: How financial fear can be your ally, keeping your kids out of debt, and how to plan for retirement when your employer doesn’t offer one. How to store personal financial information Keeping your information private and safe. 4 ways […]
Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to handle frustration with your financial advisor. Also in the news: Making your frequent flier miles work harder, easing your anxieties over savings, and what to do with the 401(k) from your last job. What to Do When You’re Fed Up With Your Financial Advisor It’s time for a sit-down. Make […]