Dear Liz: My mother is 65 and refuses to plan for retirement. She has worked for the same organization for almost 20 years and, despite my begging her over the last decade, has not contributed a dime to her 403(b). I am an only child in my late 30s and received no financial help from […]
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Don’t let 0% offers result in maxed-out cards
Dear Liz: I’m trying to transfer some credit card balances to existing accounts that are now offering 0% for 12 to 18 months. If I come close to maxing out the credit limit using one of those offers, will that affect my credit score adversely? Or, should I open up a new card, since I’ve […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Essential tips for navigating Obamacare. Also in the news: How to boost Millennials’ retirement savings, when couples should separate their finances, and how to monitor your credit after a data breach. 10 Essential Tips for Navigating Obamacare How to find your way through the Affordable Care Act maze. The Obamacare Trick Early […]
Are vets getting what they deserve?
Yesterday on Bob McCormick’s KFWB show Money 101 we talked about veterans’ benefits that are often overlooked. If you’re a vet or have a vet in your life, you should know about: Aid & Attendance: This benefit helps pay for nursing home, assisted living and home health care for low-income vets. The benefit can be […]
Monday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Planning for Black Friday. Also in the news: How the CARD ACT saved consumers billions, five factors that could increase your insurance rates, and three tax moves you should make before the end of the year. Score on Black Friday by doing research now Developing a plan of attack could save you […]
Friday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: The best online budgeting tools. Also in the news: How to choose between a 15 or 30 year mortgage, what to do when your home is underwater, and simple ways to raise your credit score. The 5 Best Online Budgeting Tools to Help You Save Money Tools that could help keep more […]