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Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

August 16, 2022 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: Why don’t we know if people are getting COVID on airplanes? Also in the news: changes to electronic vehicle tax credits, will interest rates continue to rise, and the stupidest fees you should never pay.

Why Don’t We Know If People Are Getting COVID on Planes?
With all the energy devoted to air travel and COVID safety, you’d think we’d have some hard data. We don’t.

Changes to EV Tax Credits: Where Your Battery Is Made Matters
New changes to the EV tax credit could make it harder to find a model that qualifies.

Ask a Nerd: Will Interest Rates Continue to Rise?
Interest rates seem like they will rise for the foreseeable future, but consumers should make sure to still save.

These Are the Stupidest Fees You Should Never Pay
Life is expensive enough without unnecessary fees—here are the ones you should never pay.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: airplanes, COVID, electronic vehicle tax credits, fees, interest rates

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

December 9, 2021 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: 8 rules for saving, borrowing, and spending money. Also in the news: How purchase plans pay advances could change in 2022, how to find the hidden costs of starting a small business, and 1 in 5 Americans are saving less for retirement due to Covid.

8 Rules for Saving, Borrowing and Spending Money
The best personal finance advice is tailored to your individual situation.

How Purchase Plans and Pay Advances Could Change in 2022
BNPL and paycheck advance companies may draw the attention of competitors and regulators in 2022.

How to Find the Hidden Costs of Starting a Small Business
Discover some of the expenses to plan for when launching a business and how to learn about industry-specific costs.

1 in 5 Americans are saving less for retirement due to Covid
For those playing catch up, there are ways to get back on track, and free resources to help.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: COVID, money rules, pay advance, purchase plans, retirement savings, small business start up costs

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

October 20, 2021 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: 3 questions to ask before you buy cryptocurrency. Also in the news: What COVID test is required for travel, how to fix an overdrawn bank account, and flexibility is key when traveling abroad during COVID.

3 Questions to Ask Before You Buy Cryptocurrency
Here’s how to know whether you’re ready for the risks involved in digital assets such as bitcoin.

What COVID Test Is Required for Travel?
Whether you need a negative diagnostic COVID test to travel depends on your vaccination status and destination.

How to Fix an Overdrawn Bank Account
Overdrawing an account can be costly. Here are the steps to repair it now and how to prevent future overdrafts.

Traveling Abroad During COVID? Be Flexible to Change Plans
Heed the advice of those who have already tried traveling abroad in the COVID era: Prepare for chaos.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: COVID, cryptocurrency, overdrawn bank account, travel

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

October 13, 2021 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: The myths and realities of building your credit. Also in the news: What to expect if you test positive for COVID while traveling abroad, how to handle a top travel concern that emerged this summer, and how to tell if your employer’s 401(K) plan is any good.

Building Your Credit: Myths and Reality
Separating truth from fiction.

What to Expect If You Test Positive for COVID While Traveling Abroad
Testing positive while abroad can be expensive, stressful and, quite frankly, kind of boring.

How to Handle a Top Travel Concern That Emerged This Summer
Overcrowding tops the list of concerns for travelers, but there are steps you can take to avoid a wait.

How to Tell If Your Employer’s 401(k) Is Actually Good
Any 401(k) plan with a match is better than nothing—but here’s how to know whether yours is among the best.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: 401(k) plan, bulding credit myths, COVID, international travel, overcrowding

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

April 6, 2021 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: Will travel costs change as vaccines roll out? Also in the news: How to pick the right credit card for a major purchase, why your dog needs liability insurance even if they’re perfect, and how to save money by knowing your credit card’s closing date.

Will Travel Costs Change as Vaccines Roll Out?
With travel demand likely to increase, the price of flights and hotels will also rise if travelers wait to book.

How to Pick the Right Credit Card for a Major Purchase
That big-ticket item could earn you loads of rewards, or you could snag a lengthy no-interest period to pay off the purchase.

Why Your Dog Needs Liability Insurance Even if She’s Perfect
Personal liability, umbrella and animal liability coverage can keep your finances safe if your dog hurts someone.

Save Money by Knowing Your Credit Card’s ‘Closing Date’
Payment due date vs. closing date.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: COVID, credit card closing date, Credit Cards, major purchases, pet liability insurance, travel prices

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

March 31, 2021 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: Spring travel ahead? One airline is prioritizing customer safety. Also in the news: Considering elite airline status in 2021, taking some of the mystery out of buying a house sight unseen, and how to build your credit without a credit card.

Spring Travel Ahead? One Airline Is Prioritizing Customer Safety
Delta is now the only major airline blocking middle seats on all domestic flights through the spring.

Is Airline Elite Status Worth Considering in 2021?
The requirements to earn elite status are lower this year, so it’s easier to get these perks for 2021 and 2022.

Take Some of the Mystery Out of Buying a House Sight Unseen
Finding the right agent and getting help from others on the ground can help you buy a house even if you can’t visit it in person.

How to Build Your Credit Without a Credit Card
Credit builder loans can help.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: airline travel, buying a house sight unseen, COVID, credit building, Delta airlines, real estate, tips, travel safety

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