The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau today called on major credit card issuers to provide free scores to their customers on their statements or online. The regulator’s idea is that low scores could tip people off to problems in their credit reports–problems they might not otherwise find, since too few people get their free credit reports […]
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Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to protect yourself during online transactions. Also in the news: Finding financial help when you’re not wealthy, saving money at the gas pump, and how to tell if your financial dreams are based in reality. 4 Tips for Secure Online Transactions Protecting yourself while shopping online. How to Find a Financial […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: What to do when you’re retired and running low on cash. Also in the news: Starting a financial cleanse, what to do if your company switches retirement funds, and the five worst personal finance mistakes. 7 Suggestions for Retirees Running Low on Money Getting the most from your retirement nest egg no […]
Giveaway: The Liz Weston library
Need to spring clean your finances? I’m giving away five sets of my two biggest sellers: “The 10 Commandments of Money” and “Your Credit Score.” To enter to win, leave a comment here on my blog (not my Facebook page). Click on the tab above the post that says “comments.” Make sure to include your […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: A security flaw in the iPhone could expose your information to hackers. Also in the news: How to transform your finances, reducing financial adviser fees, and what to do when your parents ask you for financial assistance. Don’t Use Your iPhone Until You Read This A security flaw is leaving personal and […]
A free guide to filling out the FAFSA–get it now!
Exciting news: One of the most-respected experts in financial aid has written a book about filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)–and right now you can get it as a free PDF download. Mark Kantrowitz, who helmed FinAid.org for years and is now publisher of Edvisors, has this to say about the […]