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October 2, 2015 By Liz Weston

Friday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: The most affordable places to buy a home. Also in the news: Millions of T-Mobile customers have their data breached, five things you were never told about your home loan, and popular rules of thumb that can wreck your finances.

The Most Affordable Places to Buy a Home in America
Some of these may suprise you.

Millions of T-Mobile Customers Exposed in Experian Breach
What to do if T-Mobile is your carrier.

5 Things They Never Told You About Your Home Loan
Make sure you’re buying the right amount of house.

5 Popular Rules of Thumb That Can Wreck Your Finances
Time for a little mythbusting.

12 Things You Should Never Do With Your Money
Don’t even think about cashing your paycheck.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: data breach, Home Loans, Identity Theft, mortgages, mythbusting, T-Mobile, tipsn

September 30, 2015 By Liz Weston

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: How to create a one-page financial plan. Also in the news: Money leaks you might be overlooking, why Fannie Mae is making it easier to get a loan, and how being frugal can sometimes backfire.

When Simple Is Better: How To Create A One-Page Financial Plan
Sticking to the basics.

10 Money Leaks You Might Be Overlooking
The tiny drip drops that add up.

Struggling With Your Student Loan Servicer? Help May Be on the Way
You may not have to go it alone anymore.

Fannie Mae’s New Mortgage Rules Make It Easier to Get a Loan
Is this a good thing?

5 Ways Being Frugal Can Backfire
Good intentions may have bad results.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: budgets, Fannie Mae, financial plans money leaks, mortgages, tips

September 21, 2015 By Liz Weston

Monday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: How to shave years off of your mortgage. Also in the news: When refinancing your student loans is a bad idea, how to reach your financial goals by using the car pedal system, and why it’s time to prepare for the robo 401(k).

How to Shave Years Off a 30-Year Mortgage
How to pay off your mortgage faster by using your lender’s money.

4 Times Refinancing Student Loans Can Be A Costly Mistake
Things to consider before refinancing.

Reach Your Financial Goals With the “Gas or Brake” Test for Money Decisions
Which pedal will you hit?

Ready for the Robo-401(k)?
Get ready for 401(k) automation.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: financial goals, mortgages, robo 401(k), student loan refinancing

September 8, 2015 By Liz Weston

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: How your house payments can unexpectedly increase. Also in the news: Why grandparents should be careful with 529 plans, why right now could be the right time to refinance your student loans, and six reasons why early retirement could be a mistake.

4 Ways Your House Payment Could Unexpectedly Go Up
Don’t get caught off guard.

Grandparents: Don’t Make a 529 Plan Mistake
529 disbursements come with some risks.

Now Could Be the Right Time to Refinance Your Student Loans
Taking stock of your student loan situation.

6 reasons early retirement might be wrong for you
What sounds like a good idea might not be.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: 529 plan, College Savings, early retirement, house payments, mortgages, student loan refinancing

September 2, 2015 By Liz Weston

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: There’s a new proposal in Congress to raise Social Security benefits. Also in the news: Money moves to make before the end of the year, why Millennial credit scores are on the low side, and the complete guide to refinancing your student loans.

Congress Considers New Proposal To Raise Social Security Benefits
What could this mean for you?

20 Money Moves to Make Before the End of the Year
How to meet all of your financial obligations.

What’s Wrong With Millennial Credit Scores?
Why are they on the low side?

The complete guide to refinancing your student loans.
Get ready to crunch the numbers.

Is It Actually More Difficult to Get a Mortgage This Year?
What has and hasn’t changed since last year.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: Credit Scores, millennials, money moves, mortgages, refinancing, Social Security, Student Loans

August 26, 2015 By Liz Weston

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: How getting a mortgage just became easier. Also in the news: Downsizing to save your retirement, handling major financial disruptions, and how to avoid or minimize bank fees.

4 Ways Getting a Mortgage Just Got Easier
The process has become slightly less stressful.

Can Downsizing Save Your Retirement?
Smaller living can protect your retirement.

How to Handle a Major Financial Disruption
Prepare in advance.

9 Ways Consumers Can Avoid or Minimize Bank Fees
Banking is getting very expensive.

5 Things You Should Never Do With a 401(k)
Protect yours for the long term.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: 401(k), banking fees, downsizing, mortgages, Retirement, Savings, tips

August 12, 2015 By Liz Weston

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Common mortgage roadblocks and how to fix them. Also in the news: How to make your retirement nest egg last longer, why you should try haggling when renting an apartment, and ten back-to-school supplies that teachers say are a waste of money.

4 Common Mortgage Killers & How to Survive Them
Common roadblocks and how to fix them.

Dreaming of Early Retirement? Make Your Nest Egg Last Longer
Retiring a decade early? It could be done.

Why you should always try to haggle when renting an apartment.
It’s rare, but possible!

Teachers Say Don’t Waste Money On These 10 Back-To-School Supplies
Don’t overspend.

Being a Bridesmaid or Groomsman With No Financial Regrets
How to celebrate a big day without the big expenses.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: back to school, mortgages, nest egg, rentals, Retirement, weddings

June 24, 2015 By Liz Weston

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Protecting yourself from identity theft. Also in the news: Unforeseen circumstances that could crush your retirement, what not to do when you pay off your mortgage, and the importance of an emergency fund.

Are You a Prime Target for Identity Theft?
How to protect yourself.

3 retirement-crushing unforeseen circumstancesWhen your retirement does go as planned.

Don’t Make This Mistake When You Pay Off Your Mortgage
It could end up costing you a lot of money.

1 in 3 Americans Does Not Have an Emergency Fund
Are you one of them?

Take Advantage of the “Direct Debit” Student Loan Discount
Every penny counts.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: emergency funds, homeowners insurance, Identity Theft, mortgages, Retirement, Student Loans

June 3, 2015 By Liz Weston

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: How to refinance your home without piles of paperwork. Also in the news: Why you should skip credit card advances, understanding your life insurance policy, and 10 ways you could be throwing money away.

Can You Refinance Your Home Without a Mountain of Paperwork?
Finding a loan that doesn’t require a million documents.

Skip Credit Card Cash Advances: Convenience Costs Too Much
Quick cash can come with a heavy price tag.

Managing Your Life Insurance Policy: Understanding Key Terms
Knowledge is power.

10 Ways That Too Many People Throw Money Away
Stop doing that!

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: credit card cash advances, life insurance, money tips, mortgages, paperwork, refinancing

May 19, 2015 By Liz Weston

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: The mystery database that can sink your mortgage. Also in the news: The changes in store for your credit cards, cash flow killers, and cutting costs at the pump just in time for summer travel.