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Thursday’s need-to-know money news

November 5, 2020 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: Which airline brands have the best and worst fees. Also in the news: How to get preapproved for a credit card, which hotel brands have the best and worst fees, and why you should never quit your job without a plan.

Airline Fee Rankings: Which Brands Have the Best (and Worst) Fees?
Some airlines sneak in extra charges for baggage and seat selection that can bust your travel budget.

Can I Get Preapproved for a Credit Card?
Preapproval is less common than pre-qualification, which is not a guarantee that you won’t be rejected.

Hotel Fee Rankings: Which Brands Have the Best (and Worst) Fees?
Resort fees, parking charges and pet deposits can really add to your room cost at some hotels.

Don’t Quit Your Job Without a Plan
Resist the impulse.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: airline fees, credit card preapproval, hotel fees, jobs, tips

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

May 19, 2020 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: Side hustle much? You might have the wrong credit card. Also in the news: Make a financial recovery kit to rally faster after disaster, 7 finance tips for 2020 grads entering an economy with few jobs, and that debit card your were mailed is actually your coronavirus relief payment.

Side hustle much? You might have the wrong credit card.
You could qualify for a business credit card.

Make a Financial Recovery Kit to Rally Faster After Disaster
Use your free time wisely.

7 finance tips for 2020 grads entering an economy with few jobs
Finding the help you need.

That Debit Card You Were Mailed Is Actually Your Coronavirus Relief Payment
Don’t throw it out.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: 2020 grads, coronavirus relief payments, Credit Cards, financial recovery kit, jobs, side hustles

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

April 25, 2018 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: Need a gift for a college graduate? Consider a Roth IRA. Also in the news: An Olympian’s victory versus debt, how to tackle common home worries with a plan, and the best jobs to have when the economy tanks.

Need a Gift for a College Graduate? Consider a Roth IRA
A gift that will keep on giving.

How I Ditched Debt: An Olympian’s Medal-Worthy Juggling Act
Winning the gold in paying off debt.

Tackle This Common Home Worry With a Plan
Don’t let repairs catch you off-guard.

The best jobs to have when the economy tanks
Is your job economy-proof?

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: college graduation gifts, debt, home repairs, jobs, personal stories, Roth IRA, tips

Monday’s need-to-know money news

November 27, 2017 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: How to rebound from natural disaster debt. Also in the news: Quitting your job without another lined up, a 5-step recipe for financial success, and how to get in the holiday spirit without going into debt.

How to Rebound From Natural Disaster Debt
Slow and steady recovery.

Ask Brianna: Should I Quit My Job Without Another Lined Up?
Escaping a job you hate.

Your 5-step recipe for financial success
Five simple steps.

How to get in the holiday spirit without going into debt
A budget is essential.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: budget, debt, financial success, holiday spending, jobs, natural disaster debt, natural disasters, tips

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

August 22, 2017 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: How seniors can save money with discounts. Also in the news: Home equity borrowing and taxes, smart ways to save on car expenses, and the 3 times you shouldn’t ask for a raise.

How Seniors Can Save Money With Discounts
Every penny counts.

Is Interest on Home Equity Borrowing Tax-Deductible
Understanding the rules.

Smart Ways to Save on Car Expenses
Tips to find savings.

3 times you shouldn’t ask for a raise
When the timing is right.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: asking for a raise, car savings, Home Equity, jobs, senior discounts, Taxes

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

April 26, 2017 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: How to manage money in your 30’s. Also in the news: Student loan holders catch a home buying break, why you should get to work building an unemployment fund, and the 10 best entry-level jobs for 2017.

How to Manage Money in Your 30s
Taking the longview.

Student Loan Holders Catch a Home-Buying Break
It’s about to become a little easier.

Get to Work on Building Your Unemployment Fund
Preparing for the worst.

The 10 Best Entry-Level Jobs For 2017
We all have to start somewhere.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: entry level jobs, jobs, saving money, Student Loans, tips, unemployment, unemployment fund

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