Today’s top story: Mistakes to avoid while holiday shopping. Also in the news: Maximizing your retirement goals, conversations to avoid during the holidays, and five store credit cards that are worth applying for. 5 Holiday Money Mistakes Don’t let your purchases be driven by guilt. Three must-dos to maximize retirement goals Getting the most from […]
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Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Avoiding panic on Black Friday. Also in the news: Shopping strategies for Black Friday, how to earn the most credit card rewards during holiday shopping, and what to consider before applying for a medical credit card. How to Avoid Panic Buying on Black Friday Keep Calm and Shop On. How to Win […]
Will you shop on Thanksgiving?
I once made a disparaging comment to a friend about people who rush the doors of their local retailers to snag Black Friday deals. She told me I was being elitist. I had money to buy nice presents for my family. Many of those waiting in the cold, dark night for the Walmart doors to […]
Can you be too focused on paying off debt?
It’s probably my Lutheran upbringing that makes me wary of extremism in any form. Moderation in all things, doncha know. Lately, I’m noticing extremism when it comes to paying off debt. People think they’re doing the right thing by targeting student loans and mortgages for early payoff. But they could be hurting themselves if they’re […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to save on your healthcare costs. Also in the news: Planning a successful retirement, how to handle new found wealth, and nine surprising stats on Social Security. 4 Ways to Save on Healthcare Costs Preparing for January’s change in health care costs. 3 Phases of Successful Retirement Planning Customizing your retirement […]
Single mom’s expenses leave no money for food
Dear Liz: I’m a single mom with three kids. My mortgage is $1,700. My other monthly bills include $355 for a car loan, $755 for school tuition, $350 for utilities, $790 for credit cards, $200 for gas, $208 for braces and $235 for a 401(k) contribution. This leaves no money for food. I get no […]