Today’s top story: How to reduce your energy bill by killing off “energy vampires.” Also in the news: Tips on lowering your teen’s car insurance, hazards every student loan borrower should know, and what 2015’s retirement fund contribution limits will be. This Tool Calculates How much You Pay for “Energy Vampires” Driving a stake through […]
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Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to tackle your financial demons this Halloween. Also in the news: What to keep an eye on during open enrollment, what next year’s cost of living increase will be, and why your tax refund check could be later than usual. 5 Financial Fears to Confront and Conquer This Halloween Time to […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: The best low interest credit cards in America. Also in the news: How to have the money talk with your new significant other, why a new IRS rule could change your 401(k) contributions, and how to choose investments for your retirement account. The Best Low-Interest Credit Cards in America 2014 The lower […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Life insurance mistakes you must avoid. Also in the news: The gift tax, how to get better financial advice, and seven credit card strategies that can improve your credit. Five Life Insurance Mistakes That Can Haunt You These mistakes can be costly for both you and your loved ones. Remember, Some Gifts […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How Americans sabotage their savings. Also in the news: Ways you can make your children’s college dreams come true, the best credit cards for holiday shopping, and the multitude of ways you can get a free copy of your credit score. 5 Ways Americans Sabotage Their Savings Stop doing them. The Simple […]
Q&A: Student loans and forgiveness
Dear Liz: I have a rather ugly student loan predicament. You mentioned “the possibility of forgiveness” in a recent column. I feel very strongly that I am deserving (if I dare use that word) of partial or full forgiveness of my undergraduate loans, although the loans from my graduate studies sting quite a bit too. […]