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Black Friday 2023

This week’s money news

November 27, 2023 By Liz Weston

This week’s top story: How to set good money examples for kids. In other news: Cyber Monday sales, 5 credit card rewards pitfalls to avoid this holiday season, how NYC crackdown on Airbnb, Vrbo-style rentals affects travelers.

How to Set Good Money Examples for Kids
Your money-related actions and conversations can model positive behaviors for kids, from toddlers to teenagers.

Skipped Black Friday? Today’s Cyber Monday Sales Offer Second Chance
NerdWallet monitored prices on 10 popular products at Amazon, Target and Walmart during every major sale period of 2023.

5 Credit Card Rewards Pitfalls to Avoid This Holiday Season
All credit card points and the possible ways to redeem them aren’t created equal. Here’s what to avoid to get the best value.

How NYC Crackdown on Airbnb, Vrbo-Style Rentals Affects Travelers
New York City travelers look for alternative lodging options now that restrictions on short-term rentals are being enforced.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: Airbnb, Black Friday 2023, credit card rewards, Cyber Monday 2023, holiday 2023, set good money examples for kids, Vrbo

This week’s money news

November 6, 2023 By Liz Weston

This week’s top story: New changes for Medicare in 2024. In other news: Fed hits pause on rate hikes, third times since March 2022, Black Friday shopping could look different this year, and the busiest days to fly during the winter holidays.

What’s New for Medicare in 2024?
Check next year’s premiums and deductibles, as well as program changes.

Fed Hits Pause on Rate Hikes, Third Time Since March 2022
The federal funds rate remains at 5.25% to 5.50%.

Black Friday Shopping Could Look Different This Year, Experts Say
Here’s what marketing, retail and supply chain experts expect for Black Friday 2023.

The Busiest Days to Fly During the Winter Holidays
The Sunday after Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel days of the year.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: Black Friday 2023, Fed rate 2023, Fly during the winter holidays 2023, Medicare 2024

This week’s money news

October 30, 2023 By Liz Weston

This week’s top story: Watch for these 3 Medigap shopping surprises to avoid overpaying. In other news: What home buyers should know as mortgage rates top 8%, cut EV costs with electric company incentives, and what to buy on Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2023.

Watch for These 3 Medigap Shopping Surprises to Avoid Overpaying
Medicare beneficiaries should watch for shopping surprises when choosing a Medigap plan to avoid paying too much for coverage.

As Mortgage Rates Top 8%, What Home Buyers Should Know
Interest rates on 30-year fixed-rate home loans have reached a milestone not seen for over two decades. What does that mean for this housing market?

Cut EV Costs With Electric Company Incentives
Electricity providers offer a range of EV rebates, from vehicle purchase to charging station installation.

What to Buy (and Skip) on Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2023
Retailers like Amazon, Target and Walmart pushed October sales as an early start to the holiday shopping season again this year.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: Black Friday 2023, Cyber Monday 2023, Electric company incentives, EV, Medicare, Medigap, Mortgage rates 2023

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