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The recession has helped nudge women into science jobs

August 6, 2015 By Liz Weston

STEM-logo_webEncouraging more women to pursue careers in science, technology, education and math – the so-called STEM fields – is a worthy goal, given the potential payoff for our economy and for women who get jobs in these higher-paying fields.

One surprising way to make it happen: Suffer through a recession.

My column for Reuters explores how women shift their career focus towards the sciences when the economy is struggling.

For DailyWorth, I take a look at the six types of money bullies and how to handle them.

And for CBS MoneyWatch, I examine the average credit score for millennials.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: Credit Score, millennials, money bullies, STEM, women

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

August 5, 2015 By Liz Weston

scamToday’s top story: How your Social Security benefits will be taxed. Also in the news: A Millennial’s guide to moving out, how to make sure your favorite charity isn’t a scam. and what would you do if you had a surprise windfall?

How will your Social Security benefits be taxed?
What everyone needs to know.

Millennial’s Guide to Moving Out of Your Parent’s House
You have to leave sometime!

How Do You Know Your Favorite Charity Isn’t a Scam?
Making sure your money is going to the right place.

The $10,000 Question: What Would You Do With a Surprise Windfall?
Following the 90/10 rule.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: charities, millennials, scams, Social Security, Taxes, windfall

Friday’s need-to-know money news

May 29, 2015 By Liz Weston

Zemanta Related Posts ThumbnailToday’s top story: Finding a credit card after declaring bankruptcy. Also in the news: Money mistakes for Millennials to avoid, finding relief for your student loan hangover, and what you need to know about the new credit reporting rules.

5 Credit Cards You Can Get After Bankruptcy
Easing your way back into the credit game.

Don’t Make These Money Mistakes, Millennials
Time to face the real world.

Relief for the Student-Loan Hangover
Beginning the slow emergence from years of loans.

What You Need to Know About The New Credit Reporting Rules
Fixing an error on your report is about to get easier.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: Bankruptcy, Credit Cards, Credit Reports, millennials, Student Loans

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

March 19, 2015 By Liz Weston

Zemanta Related Posts ThumbnailToday’s top story: A dangerous new type of identity theft is on the rise. Also in the news: Tax breaks overlooked by small business owners, how CD loans could cover short-term needs, and the first thing to do when you get a new credit card.

The Surprising Kind of Identity Theft You Probably Haven’t Heard Of
Medical identity theft is wreaking havoc.

5 Tax Breaks Overlooked By Small Business Owners
Don’t miss out.

CD Loans Offer an Alternative to Cover Short-Term Needs
The pros and cons.

The First Thing to Do When You Get a New Credit Card
Don’t just put it in your wallet.

5 Financial Things Everyone Should Do in Their 20s
Starting off on the right foot.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: CD loans, Credit Cards, Identity Theft, medical identity theft, millennials, tax breaks, tax tips

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

March 12, 2015 By Liz Weston

Stress Level Conceptual Meter Indicating MaximumToday’s top story: How to pass a financial stress test. Also in the news: How smart parents teach their kids about money, the worst money mistakes made by Millennials, and what to do if your homeowner’s insurance claim is denied.

5 Tips For Passing a Financial Stress Test
How would you do?

7 Ways Smart Parents Teach Their Kids About Money
Valuable lessons for your kids.

5 Worst Money Blunders Made By Millennials
Avoid these at all costs.

What to Do If Your Homeowner’s Insurance Claim is Denied
Don’t panic.

Will You Finally Be Able to Get Rid of Your Student Loans in Bankruptcy?
Introducing the Student Aid Bill of Rights.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: Bankruptcy, financial aid, financial stress test, homeowners insurance, kids and money, millennials, money mistakes, Student Loans, tips

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

February 24, 2015 By Liz Weston

200150236-001Today’s top story: The increasing threat of medical identity theft. Also in the news: the student loan time bomb, how to gain an edge when selling your home, and how to fix a high electric bill.

A Dangerous Form of Identity Theft Is Growing Fast
Medical identity theft is on the rise.

Student Loan Time Bomb Is Ticking Louder
The delinquency rate is skyrocketing.

5 Ways Spring Home Sellers Can Gain an Edge
How to make your home stand out.

How to fix that high electric bill
The vampires of standby mode.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: electricity bill, Identity Theft, medical identity theft, millennials, real estate, Student Loans

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