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May 29, 2013 By Liz Weston

It’s National 529 Day!

Who doesn’t love obscure commemorative/promotional days? But this one is worthwhile since it brings attention to the state-run college savings plans that can help you pay for your children’s future education. Here are the most important facts you need to know about college savings: If you can save for college, you probably should. The higher […]

May 29, 2013 By Liz Weston

Split credit accounts when you split with a spouse

Dear Liz: I just finished paying off my last credit card and checked my credit report as I am now separated from my wife. I found we had one joint account that she had not been paying. There are two stretches of five months each of no payment. I immediately called up the creditor and […]

May 29, 2013 By Liz Weston

Social Security curtails “do over”

Dear Liz: In a recent column, you answered a question from someone who had started receiving Social Security benefits at 62. You mentioned the many advantages of delaying the start of Social Security checks until full retirement age but then said, “In your case, it’s too late for second thoughts anyway.” Why didn’t you mention […]

May 29, 2013 By Liz Weston

Opt out of credit card offers

Dear Liz: I am receiving many unsolicited credit card offers in the mail and am worried about identity theft. Do you know of a phone number or Web address whereby I can opt out of these offers? Answer: You can call 1-888-5OPTOUT or visit www.optoutprescreen.com to remove your name from marketing lists that the three […]

May 22, 2013 By Liz Weston

Smarter travel planning this summer

It’s time to plan some summer fun, and yesterday’s “Smarter Travel” Tweetchat with Ally Bank featured some great tips. (You can check out the conversation using #allymoneychat on Twitter.) Here are some ideas to cut your costs: Travel outside the box. Your options aren’t just “fly or drive”? Donna Freedman recommends checking out the Megabus. […]

May 20, 2013 By Liz Weston

How much cash should you keep on hand?

Dear Liz: A few years ago I finished paying off my debt and now am in the very low-risk credit category. I have savings equal to about three months’ worth of bills and am working to get that to six months’ worth. I’m wondering, though, about an emergency that may require me to pay in […]

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