Today’s top story: Retirement planning pitfalls you need to avoid. Also in the news: 2014 scariest credit cards, protecting yourself against credit card hacks, and three proposed changes to Social Security. The Five Scariest Retirement Planning Pitfalls Try to swing right over these. 2014’s scariest credit cards How terrifying is a 36% interest rate? 7 […]
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Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to come back from a financial crisis. Also in the news: Simple ways to save for a house, tips on how to avoid ATM fees, and why you may be paying more for your home repair costs. How to Bounce Back From a Financial Crisis Slow and steady. 10 simple ways […]
5 hacks to boost your retirement savings
Many people have trouble saving anything for retirement. But I hear from a fair number of people who are looking beyond 401(k)s and IRAs for more tax-advantaged ways to save. Many have maxed out their 401(k)s at work, or had their contributions limited because they’re considered “highly compensated employees.” Some don’t have a workplace plan […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: The most depressing number in personal finance. Also in the news: The secret language of finance, the changes coming to IRAs and 401(k)s in 2015, and the money moves you should make by the end of the year. This Is the Most Depressing Number in Personal Finance Take a guess. Translate This! […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How high your credit score needs to be in order to refinance. Also in the news: Tips on getting out of debt from people who have paid off thousands, ways to save on monthly housing costs, and how to avoid the scariest credit card fees. What credit score do I need to […]
Q&A: Fraud or forgetfulness?
Dear Liz: I think I’ve been scammed, but my credit union has decided I’m simply forgetful. I noticed a debit to my checking account that I did not recognize from a merchant I cannot identify. The merchant name appears on my statement as simply “Portland Portland OR.” My credit union can tell me only that […]