Too many people believe too many lies about credit scores, and it’s costing them money. Read the real scoop in my MSN Money column “Credit score myths that need to die.” Our family may never achieve “zero waste,” but we’ve started some easy ways to reduce the amount of garbage we generate. More in “Are […]
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Friday’s need-to-know money news
How to save big bucks when traveling, preparing for back to school shopping, and what mistakes to avoid when managing your 401(k). 5 Coolest Travel Share Websites Why pay for an overpriced hotel room when you can have the literal run of the house? 9 Money Management Tips for Newly Employed Millennials Finally making real […]
Are you ready for a “zero waste” lifestyle?
Most of what we buy or consume requires trade-offs. When it comes to some of the most important features–convenience, thrift and environmental friendliness—we often settle for one or two out of three. A book and a few Web sites devoted to the “zero waste” movement have convinced me to try a little harder on the […]
Thursday’s need-to-know money news
Making college more affordable, avoiding email scams, and deciding should get your iTunes library when you die. 14 Dangerous Emails That Could Be in Your Inbox It’s not just Nigerian princes anymore. Retiring Soon? Don’t Forget Tax Implications When planning your retirement budget, be sure to factor in these taxes. How to Cut Back on […]
Wednesday’s need-to-know money news
What 20-somethings can learn financially from their elders, how much that adorable new baby is going to cost you, and why the more you know could mean the more you spend. 7 Key Money Lessons for 20-Somethings Old-school money habits can help the new school financially. Raising Baby: Just How Much Does it Cost? So […]
Tuesday’s need-to-know money news
How to speed up your mortgage closing, saving more money with a maxed out 401(K), and preparing for your teenager’s time behind the wheel. Four Steps to a Speedier Mortgage Closing Speeding up the last, agonizing step before home ownership. How Rising Interest Rates Affect Retirement Rising interest rates could leave you altering your retirement […]