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Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

istockphoto-break-the-bankToday’s top story: How to build your financial flexibility. Also in the news: What to do before you take that walk down the aisle, how to save money using one of the internet’s biggest time vampires, and why caregivers need to enlist a financial advisor.

Downward Dog, Downward Debt: Building Your Financial Flexibility
No mat necessary.

What To Do Before You Say ‘I Do’
So that you don’t end up wishing you hadn’t.

How to Save Money With Pinterest
Your four thousand pins on six hundred boards could finally pay off!

Why Caregivers Should Enlist A Financial Advisor
The day-to-day care is difficult enough.

When to Spend Your Time Versus When to Spend Your Money
Both are valuable, but only one can’t be replaced.

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February 20, 2014 By

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

co-signer-penToday’s top story: How to trick yourself into saving money. Also in the news: Tips for mortgage borrowers, why you should read bank reviews, and when to consider hiring a financial planner.

5 Clever Ways to Trick Yourself Into Saving More Money
You won’t feel a thing.

Top 10 Tips for Mortgage Borrowers in 2014
How to get through the year managing your mortgage.

You’re More Likely to Read Reviews for Restaurants Than for Banks
And that’s a problem.

5 Reasons to Consider Hiring a Financial Advisor
You don’t have to go it alone.

Can You Get Out of a Loan You Co-Signed?
Don’t bet on it.

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January 9, 2014 By

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Understanding your credit reports. Also in the news: Sticking to your financial resolutions, the pros and cons of money apps, and confessing your deep, dark money secrets to your financial advisor. Offering Advice

How to Read Your Credit Reports
How to make sure you’re finding any and all errors.

The 3 Pitfalls Likely To Derail Your Financial Resolutions
Steeling your resolve and avoiding money traps.

Are Apps Helping or Hurting Your Finances?
Could your savings apps cause you to spend more money instead of less?

3 Big Secrets You Should Tell Your Financial Advisor
They’ve seen and heard it all.

5 Tips for Preparing for 2014 Taxes
Time to start getting your paperwork in order.

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December 4, 2013 By

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Should real estate be a part of your retirement plan? Also in the news: How to avoid resetting the mortgage clock, finding the right financial advisor, and how to manage erratic prescription drug costs. Offering Advice

How Real Estate Fits Into Your Retirement
The risks and rewards of including real estate in your retirement plan.

How to Refinance Without Resetting the Mortgage Clock
Don’t turn the clock back 30 years.

5 Questions to Ask a Potential Financial Advisor
Making sure you find the right person to serve your financial interests.

The Zig-Zag Pricing of Prescription Drugs
What to do with erratic prescription costs.

Are credit cards more expensive now?
How did the CARD Act affect what’s in your wallet?

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November 15, 2013 By

Friday’s need-to-know money news

Credit Check 1Today’s top story: How to avoid the worst credit cards of 2013. Also in the news: A new debt collection law, five things you should ask your financial advisor, and three investing mistakes retirees must avoid at all costs.

How To Avoid The Worst Credit Cards Of 2013
Easy credit can come at a gigantic price.

A New Debt Collection Law: What It Means for You
If you live in California, debt collection just became more consumer friendly.

5 Things You Should Ask Your Financial Advisor
Determining if your financial advisor is a good fit for your situation.

3 Investing Mistakes Retirees Must Avoid At All Costs
What to do in order to protect your lifelong earnings.

How social media ruin insurance claims
Not everything requires a status update.

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