Get smart with your money
Today’s top story: Mistakes that could result in a tax penalty. Also in the news: The hidden dangers of not having a will, how to divorce your joint checking account, and what the real value of $100 is in each state.
7 Mistakes that May Result in a Tax Penalty
How to avoid them.
5 Hidden Dangers of Not Having a Will
Time to get your affairs in order.
How to Divorce Your Joint Checking Account
Tying up loose ends.
The Real Value of $100 in Each State
what’s it worth in your state?
Today’s top story: What to do when you’re denied a checking account. Also in the news: What a credit score of 600 means, using fantasy football strategies for your investment portfolio, and how to teach your kids to budget.
Denied a Checking Account? What to Do Now
Finding affordable alternatives.
My Credit Score Is 600 — Is That Bad?
Could be worse. But could also be better.
3 Winning Fantasy Football Strategies for Your Investment Portfolio
Get your draft picks in order.
9 Ways Parents Can Teach Young Kids to Budget
Creating financially sound adults.
Today’s top story: How to determine if you’re financially ready to buy a house. Also in the news: Are free checking accounts becoming too expensive, understanding the higher education tax credit, and the decisions you need to make before walking down the aisle.
Are You Financially Ready to Buy a House?
How to determine if you’re ready to make one of life’s biggest decisions.
Time to Kiss Your Free Checking Account Goodbye
That “free” checking account could be awfully expensive.
Writing Off College-Related Expenses
Understanding the education tax credit.
5 Financial Decisions You Should Make Before You Get Married
Deciding now could spare you from heartache later.
The 5 Best Places to Hide Emergency Cash at Home
Alternatives to the old under the mattress trick.