Today’s top story: Capital One could be paying you a visit. Also in the news: Why your tax return could get audited, the pros and cons of self-insurance, and how to rent a home with bad credit. Capital One Says It Can Show Up at Cardholders’ Homes, Workplaces “What’s in your wallet? No, really. Show […]
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Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Should same-sex couples have their tax returns amended? Also in the news: What you need to do before buying a home, how long you should hang on to financial documents, and what to do if you can’t pay your taxes. Same-Sex Spouses: Should You Amend Your Tax Returns? Understanding the tax laws […]
Keep Credit Cards Active Without Slipping Into Debt
Dear Liz: Recently I’ve paid off almost $20,000 in credit card debt and am determined not to go down that path again. Because I haven’t used these cards in a while, though, I’m starting to get notifications from the credit card companies that they’re closing my accounts because of inactivity. I know having long-standing accounts […]
Friday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How your net worth can keep your budget in check. Also in the news: What to do when your employer switches 401(k)s, protecting elderly parents finances, and watching out for Valentine’s Day scams. Calculate Your Net Worth While Budgeting to Maintain Perspective Looking at the bigger picture in order to focus on […]
Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Three dumb things you’re doing with your credit cards. Also in the news: Learning about the most common tax credits, details on the newest way to save towards retirement, and tips on how to spend your tax refund. 3 Stupid Things You Do With Your Credit Card Stop doing that, would you? […]
Unexpected ways to save on insurance
Most ideas for saving money on insurance are pretty shopworn. You know the advice: Raise your deductible. Get discounts. Shop around. So I was pretty psyched to hear a Certified Financial Planner talk about less common ways that advisors can save their clients money. CFP Mark Maurer is president and CEO of Low Load Insurance […]