Today’s top story: What you should be teaching your kids about retirement. Also in the news: Why there’s more to your credit than just paying your cards, tips on how to prevent financial insomnia, and the long term damage of identity theft. 4 Things to Teach Your Kids About Retirement Getting on the right path […]
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Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Organizing your finances in just two minutes a day. Also in the news: How to retire in comfort, estate planning mistakes boomers should avoid, and what to look out for when buying an older home. How to Organize Your Finances in Just 2 Minutes a Day Surely you can spare two minutes. […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Learn how to fight back against debt collectors. Also in the news: Finding the perfect retirement location, protecting your 401(k) from a market drop, and the best American cities to raise your family in. How One Man Learned to Fight Back Against Debt Collectors Don’t be afraid to push back. How to […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Hackers steal close to five million hospital records. Also in the news: When to get your student a credit card, why a mini-retirement could restart your career, and the three powers of attorney everyone needs. Hospitals Say Hackers Stole Records of 4.5 Million Patients Community Health Systems operates 206 hospitals in 29 […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: One third of Americans have nothing saved for their retirement. Also in the news: How to pick the right bank, preparing financially for having kids, and how to get the best money market rates. A third of people have nothing saved for retirement You really shouldn’t be one of them. How to […]
Q&A: The effects of a property sale on Social Security
Dear Liz: I sold a rental property this year and will have a long-term capital gain of about $100,000. My normal income usually puts me in the 10% tax bracket and my Social Security is not taxed because my total income is under $25,000. I pay $104 per month for Medicare. Will the sale of […]