Dear Liz: A friend of mine has told me that he thinks that I can apply for spousal benefits at my full retirement age and hold off getting my Social Security under my own work record until I am 70. Here is the scenario: My husband is 77 and has been collecting Social Security since […]
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Today’s top story: The retirement mistakes being made by Generation X. Also in the news: Why you shouldn’t use your debit card at a bar, committing to a budget, and how to avoid overspending triggers. 7 Retirement Mistakes Gen X Is Making Timing is everything 4 Reasons Not to Use Your Debit Card at a […]
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Today’s top story: How to save big on your mortgage when buying your first home. Also in the news: Why extended warranties may not save you money, three reasons not to raid your retirement account, and breaking bad financial habits. How First-Time Homebuyers Can Save Big on Their Mortgage Thanks to the FHA. Extended warranties […]
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