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Friday’s need-to-know money news

October 18, 2019 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: 8 credit card strategies – and some surprises, too. Also in the news: The technophobe’s guide to cybersecurity, why the Apple Card could make you spend more, and why Cash App users should be on the lookout for scams.

8 Credit Card Strategies — And Some Surprises, Too
Using your cards strategically.

The Technophobe’s Guide to Cybersecurity
Protecting yourself and your data.

Why The Apple Card Could Make You Spend More
Chasing rewards and instant gratification.

Watch Out for Scams Targeting Cash App Users
Be alert.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: Apple Card, Cash App, credit card strategies, Credit Cards, cybersecurity, scams, tips

Monday’s need-to-know money news

September 23, 2019 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: 5 credit card changes coming soon. Also in the news: 4 ways to pay for college if your financial aid isn’t enough, the best credit cards for recent college grads, and the decline in house flipping profitability.

5 Credit Card Changes — With More Rewards, Less Fraud — Coming Soon
A sneak peek at what’s to come.

4 Ways to Pay for College If Your Financial Aid Isn’t Enough
You still have options.

The Best Credit Cards for Recent College Grads
Time to start building solid credit.

Is house flipping starting to flop? It’s “getting less and less profitable”
Return on investments reaches an 8-year low.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: college grads, credit card changes, Credit Cards, financial aid, house flipping, paying for college, real estate, tips

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

September 19, 2019 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: The 6 big retirement mistakes and one way to avoid them. Also in the news: Decode your credit card’s fine print like a pro, use caution when shopping with buy now/pay later, and avoid ATM fees by getting cash back at the store.

The 6 Big Retirement Mistakes — and One Way to Avoid Them

Decode Your Credit Card’s Fine Print Like a Pro
Terms you need to know.

Buying Now and Paying Later? Handle With Care
Proceed with caution.

Avoid ATM Fees By Getting Cash Back at the Store
Skip a stop and the fees.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: ATM fees, buy now pay later, credit card terms, Credit Cards, Retirement, retirement mistakes, tips

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

September 11, 2019 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: What to do if you lose your credit card. Also in the news: Chime and Varo launch free programs to pay account overdrafts, half of student loan borrowers fear they’ll be in debt forever, and why you should never spend the money a bank accidentally deposits into your account.

What to Do If You Lose Your Credit Card
Don’t panic, but act quickly.

Chime, Varo Launch Free Programs to Pay Account Overdrafts
New programs from the mobile banks.

Half of student loan borrowers worry they’ll be in debt forever, study finds
Graduates have major financial regrets.

If the Bank Accidentally Deposits Money in Your Account, Don’t Spend It
Fight the temptation.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: accidental deposits, Chime, Credit Cards, financial regrets, lost credit card, overdraft fees, student loan borrowers, Student Loans, Varo

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

August 28, 2019 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: Save more money for your next vacation with this simple trick. Also in the news: How LexisNexis identity mix-ups could be scrambling your finances, how to review your LexisNexis report and fix errors, and all the ways your credit card use reveals personal info.

Save More Money for Your Next Vacation With This Simple Trick
You won’t even miss the money.

LexisNexis Identity Mix-Ups Could Be Scrambling Your Finances
Your Comprehensive Loss Underwriting Exchange could contain errors.

Check Yourself: How to Review Your LexisNexis Report and Fix Errors
Getting your information straight.

All The Ways Your Credit Card Use Reveals Personal Info
Privacy is a myth.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: CLUE report, Comprehensive Loss Underwriting Exchange, Credit Cards, personal info, Savings, travel savings. LexisNexis, vacation

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

August 20, 2019 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: Apple Card officially debuts, adding new rewards categories. Also in the news: 5 credit card perks you may not know you have, how to neutralize the digital threat you carry everywhere, and the best credit cards for grocery shopping.

Apple Card Officially Debuts, Adding New Rewards Categories
The buzzy credit card has arrived.

5 Credit Card Perks (and Freebies) You May Not Know You Have
Hidden perks.

Neutralize the Digital Threat You Carry Everywhere
The threat in your pocket.

These Are The Best Credit Cards for Grocery Shopping
Get cash back on your grocery purchases.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: Apple Card, credit card perks, Credit Cards, digital threats, grocery shopping, smartphones

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