A few weeks ago I asked my Facebook followers if they had enough life insurance and, if not, what was preventing them from getting more. Only two people mentioned cost. Many of the rest weren’t sure how much they needed or where they could turn for objective, unbiased help. A few were pretty confident they […]
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Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Preparing your home for the winter. Also in the news: Understanding the “kiddie tax”, why your chances of retiring early could be determined by your personality, and how to defeat the urge to binge shop. Tips for Preparing Your Home for Winter Don’t let your money go up in chimney smoke. Understanding […]
Holiday triage: How to get ready when you’re not
Thanksgiving is so late this year that I’ve been drifting along in a lovely bubble of denial. Even my Jewish friends’ preparations for Hanukkah haven’t been enough to alert me that Christmas isn’t far off. Today a TV crew from a local Chinese-language stopped by to record some tips for enjoying the holidays without creating […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: How to avoid charity scams. Also in the news: Money lessons from retirees, money-saving tips for travelers, and how a grandparents’ gift for college could ruin a student’s financial aid. 4 Ways to Avoid Charity Scams Protecting your empathy from being preyed upon. 5 Financial Lessons from Retirees Voices of experience. 3 […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Today’s top story: Saving money while expecting a baby. Also in the news: How to finance your closing costs, teaching your kids about money, and financial tips for adults going back to school. 9 Ways to Save Money When You’re Expecting a Baby One for every month! How to Finance Your Mortgage Closing Costs Little […]
Investing in stocks: what you need to know
Dear Liz: I currently have a 401(k) and an IRA, but want something more. A longtime CPA, who is very close to our family, recommended that I buy some stocks, but I’m unsure how to go about this. Answer: When you’re investing, it’s important to be diversified. That means you should spread your money among […]