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How to deal with your debt
Debt may be a four-letter word, but it’s not necessarily the enemy. Some debts are much, much worse than others, and knowing which to tackle first can leave you richer. That’s the central idea of my book “Deal with Your Debt,” and I go into more detail in this interview with Experian’s Mike Delgado. (Also, […]
Zero waste: our progress so far
A few weeks ago I wrote about how the “zero waste” movement had inspired me to look for ways to cut back on the garbage our family generated. I’m not aiming to eliminate all the waste. I’m looking for ways to be a bit gentler on the planet while, hopefully, saving money and not adding […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
Saving on back-to-school shopping, tool to make managing your money easier, and what you need to do financially when your marriage comes to an end. Be Smart on Back-to-School Shopping How to fill their backpacks without emptying your wallet. 8 Money Tools You Should Try 8 tools to make managing your money much easier. How […]
Survivor benefits: what you can expect
Dear Liz: Two years ago, I elected to start my Social Security benefits early, at age 62. My current benefit is $1,350 per month. My spouse, currently working, will be turning 62 next year and is also planning to take an early retirement benefit because of health issues. Her benefit is expected to be slightly […]
Are Roths safer than other IRAs?
Dear Liz: I found your recent discussion of Roth IRAs informative. But I’ve been told that one of the main advantages of a Roth vs. a traditional IRA is that a Roth is a safer investment when it comes to creditors trying to attack it. How can that be? Is one type of IRA safer […]