Today’s top story: The must-have personal finance apps. Also in the news: The financial implications of caring for a loved one, how to stay safe in the cloud, and what really happens after your credit card is stolen. 6 must-have personal finance apps Apps to put on that shiny new toy of yours. The Financial […]
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Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: The importance of understanding interest rates. Also in the news: Protecting your identity while shopping online, the pros and cons of retirement annuities, and what you should ask before paying your medical bills. Misunderstood Money Math: Why Interest Matters More Than You Think Understanding the complicated world of interest rates. 8 Ways […]
Regulators sue for-profit college chain
Corinthian Colleges–which includes the Everest, Heald and WyoTech schools–has just been sued by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau for what regulators call its “predatory lending scheme.” The CFPB alleges that the for-profit college chain exaggerated students’ job prospects to get them to take out private loans to cover its schools’ high tuition costs. The bureau […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How paying your credit cards early and often can protect your credit score. Also in the news: How to save your kids from spending their 20’s in debt, six home renovation mistakes to avoid, and tips on getting the best car loan. Charge a Lot? Pay Early and Often to Avoid Score […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Tax breaks that can help pay for your kid’s college. Also in the news: How to prevent bad financial decisions in old age, when it’s time to call in a financial adviser, and the surprising answer as to whether or not you should pay off your mortgage early. Tax breaks that can […]
Q&A: Consolidating multiple student loans
Dear Liz: I have four private student loans that I would love to consolidate so that I can have one medium-size monthly payment instead of four large ones. How do I go about finding a company that will consolidate them? Answer: If you have good credit and sufficient income — or a willing co-signer — […]