Today’s top story: Four ways to help teach you kids about finances. Also in the news: The best jobs for the future, how to not let debt collectors ruin your life, and how to save money on the summer’s big music festivals. 4 Analogies That Help Teach Children About Finance Making a complicated subject easier […]
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What Mom really wants on Sunday…
…is a day at the spa, according to a poll commissioned by Insure.com. About two out of five moms picked pampering as their top choice for a purchased gift. A family getaway was the next most popular option, preferred by about one third of respondents. Gift cards, a nice dinner out, a romantic getaway, chocolates […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to create a post-college financial plan. Also in the news: Tips for safe shopping online, how to protect your child from identity theft, and eight questions to ask a home inspector. 8 Tips for Creating a Post-College Financial Plan As graduation approaches, it’s time to get serious. 5 Tips for Safe […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to avoid the 10 most common student loan mistakes. Also in the news: Finding the essential facts on your social security statement, using targeted savings to achieve your financial goals, and how to save money on utilities as the hot weather approaches. The 10 Most Common Student Loan Mistakes Learning how […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Money tips for new college grads. Also in the news: Lying to yourself about finances, the pros and cons of auto financing, and ranking the 50 states for retirement. Money tips college graduates can use Welcome to the real world! 3 Financial Fibs You Tell Yourself Paying off debt and building your […]
Q&A: Inheritances
Dear Liz: You’ve been writing about people who expect inheritances they don’t get. Here’s another situation. My elderly dad thought he’d tied up everything in a trust, but his surviving elderly second spouse regularly invaded the principal instead of just receiving the interest. She would simply call her broker and ask for whatever she wanted. […]