The pros and cons of becoming an estate executor, why you shouldn’t procrastinate when it comes to paying your bills, and what to do when you have too many credit cards. Should you become the executor of someone’s estate? Serving as an executor can be both an honor and a nightmare. Smart financial tips for […]
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Monday’s need-to-know money news
Wedding bells and tax deductions are ringing, using credit cards to pay off student loans, and how to avoid having your identity stolen while on vacation. Tax Deductions Available for Your Wedding Could tax deductions be the best wedding gift ever? Should You Use Credit Card Rewards to Pay Auto, Student Loans? Cash-back rewards for […]
Friday’s need-to-know money news
How your credit score could impact your child’s’ student loan, the best cars to keep young drivers safe, and where to expect the worst possible customer service. How Credit Scores Impact Some Student Loan Approvals How the credit scores of both you and your co-signer could affect your interest rates. The 10 Best Cars for […]
Thursday’s need-to know-money news
Avoiding health care scams, improving your credit mix, and navigating the rocky roads of inheritance. How to Avoid Healthcare Fraud Don’t let yourself be scammed. Rules of the Road for Improving Your Credit Mix Taking on new credit could make it easier to get a mortgage. Stop Family Feuds Over Inheritances Before They Start Few […]
The young and the foolish
Lifehacker’s post today “How Much You Should Save for Retirement, Based on 139 Years of Data” is a nice summary of Professor Wade Pfau’s research on “safe savings rates.” But some of the comments made me groan. The reasons people gave for not saving for retirement aren’t unusual: some can’t imagine ever getting old (you […]
Money advice for the self-employed
If you’re self-employed, you’ve probably noticed that standard money advice often falls short. A lot of what you read assumes you receive regular, predictable paychecks with taxes already withheld and benefits covered. Just try finding advice to deal with the following: A major customer abruptly changes payment policies, so that five-figure check you’re counting on […]