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This week’s money news

October 29, 2024 By Liz Weston

This week’s top story: Student loan ‘financial hardship’ forgiveness. In other news: What $20 gets you at gas stations in each state, holiday airfare is down, and when it pays to know your credit card’s interest rate.

Student Loan ‘Financial Hardship’ Forgiveness: New Details Revealed
If you face persistent medical bills, family caregiving costs or other financial hardship, the Education Department wants to cancel your student loan debt. But don’t count on it yet.

What $20 Gets You at Gas Stations in Each State
Gas prices are falling toward four-year lows — but vary widely across the country.

Holiday Airfare Is Down. Why Isn’t Travel Spending?
Higher hotel prices and a desire for comfort have travelers spending more than ever this holiday season.

When It Pays to Know Your Credit Card’s Interest Rate
If you’re aware of what your current APR is, you can more easily identify ways to lower it and save money.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: airfare, Credit Cards, gas prices, holiday, Student Loan

Monday’s need-to-know money news

November 15, 2021 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: The surprising change in airfares since last year. Also in the news: Smart Money Podcast on holiday shopping report and retirement plan options for self-employed people, and Fitbit Black Friday 2021 deals.

The Surprising Change in Airfares Since Last Year
Airfares dropped 4.6% in terms of unadjusted percent change between October 2020 and 2021.

Smart Money Podcast: Holiday Shopping Trends and Self-Employed Retirement Options
A discussion about NerdWallet’s holiday shopping report and money question on retirement plan options for self-employed people.

Fitbit Black Friday 2021 Deals: Are They Worth It?
Kohl’s will throw in Kohl’s Cash with Fitbit purchases.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: airfare, Black Friday 2021, holiday shopping, Retirement, self-employment

Friday’s need-to-know money news

November 8, 2019 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: 5 ways to take command of military discounts. Also in the news: The best credit cards to use when buying airfare, Black Friday strategies that actually work, and how to spend your retirement savings without triggering a tax penalty.

5 Ways to Take Command of Military Discounts
Thank you for your service.

Buying Airfare? Use These Cards to Maximize Your Points
Getting the most for your purchase.

Shoppers Share Black Friday Strategies That Actually Work
Tackling your holiday shopping.

How to spend your retirement savings without triggering a tax penalty
Draw down your money at the right time.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: airfare, Black Friday, credit card rewards, military discounts, retirement savings, tips, veterans day

Is premium economy airfare worth the money?

September 25, 2019 By Liz Weston

As coach travel gets more cramped, airlines have added “premium economy” sections that promise more space and comfort — often at a substantially higher price.

Air carriers have discovered many travelers are willing to pay two or even three times the prevailing economy fare to escape the crowded confines of coach. The extra money is mostly profit for the airlines, which is why so many now offer this class of service.

But what you get can vary dramatically by airline. In my latest for the Associated Press, how to avoid a wasting money on an upgrade that just isn’t worth it.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: airfare, premium economy class, travel

Monday’s need-to-know money news

May 20, 2019 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: The average credit score is rising. Also in the news: 3 money-saving tips for buying a washer, a statute of limitations on student loans, and why you should always buy airfare on a credit card.

Credit Scores Are Rising — Is Yours, Too?
Every little bit matters.

Want to Clean Up? 3 Money-Saving Tips for Buying a Washer
Don’t get hung out to dry.

Is There a Statute of Limitations on Student Loans?
The answer is complicated.

Always Buy Airfare on a Credit Card
Additional protection.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: airfare, Credit Cards, Credit Scores, statute of limitations, Student Loans, tips, travel, washing machines

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