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Thursday’s need-to-know money news

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money-down-the-drainToday’s top story: Common money mistakes you need to avoid. Also in the news: When should you get professional help for education expenses, what you need to do in order to retire in the next five years, and five of the craziest credit card perks.

11 Common Money Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make
Watch out.

When To Pay For Education-Related Financial Help
Knowing when to call in the experts.

If You Want to Retire in the Next Five Years, Do These 9 Things Now
Time to get busy.

5 Crazy Credit Card Perks
Virtual flight simulator!

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

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Zemanta Related Posts ThumbnailToday’s top story: How to cut your monthly bills. Also in the news: College savings mistakes, how to survive a late start in saving for retirement, and what everyone needs to know about credit scores.

6 ways to cut your monthly bills
Every little bit helps.

The Biggest Mistakes People Make Saving For College
It’s all about tools.

Starting Your Retirement Savings Late Doesn’t Mean You’re Screwed
There’s still time.

10 things everyone should know about credit scores
Deciphering the mysteries.

How to Develop a Foolproof Plan to Pay Off Debt
Create your escape plan.

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

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FICO-score-calculation-300x281Today’s top story: Unraveling the mysteries of the FICO score. Also in the news: What you shouldn’t buy with your tax refund, teaching your kids good money habits, and 11 common money mistakes to avoid.

How Many FICO Scores Are There?
More than you’d think.

5 things not to buy with your tax refund
Put down that solid gold Apple watch.

How to Use Allowances to Teach Kids About Money
Instilling good money habits early.

Don’t Make These 11 Common Money Mistakes
Avoid getting caught in a spending trap.

5 Vital Questions To Ask Before Retirement
Remember, this isn’t a permanent vacation.

Monday’s need-to-know money news

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o-CREDIT-REPORT-facebookToday’s top story: The ten things you need to know about credit scores. Also in the news: Five ways to save in managing your money, why passive income is worth more than active income, and six retirement planning rules for single women.

10 Things Everyone Should Know About Credit Scores
What you need to know.

5 New Ways to Save Big Bucks in Managing Your Money
How to find the lowest fees.

Why Passive Income Is Worth More than Active Income
Passive income just sits back and gets bigger.

Tax Season Is Over, But the Typical American Is Still Working for Uncle Sam
The beat goes on.

6 Retirement Planning Rules for Single Womenking
Making sure you’re prepared for the future.

Friday’s need-to-know money news

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download (1)Today’s top story: The best credit card freebies. Also in the news: Breaking bad money habits, the worst states for retirement, and apps that can save you money while shopping.

8 Credit Cards With Freebies
Perks from the get go.

5 Ways to Break Your Bad Money Habits
Breaking the cycle.

10 Worst States for Retirement
States to reconsider.

The “Cash Back” Apps That Can Actually Save You Money When Shopping
Take your smartphone shopping.

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

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Household-Budget1Today’s top story: How a good budget can help you build credit. Also in the news: Avoiding financial scams, tips on managing your elderly parent’s money, and five money rules for a successful retirement.

How Your Budget Can Help You Build Credit
A good budget can help you build a great credit score.

10 Tips To Avoid Common Financial Scams
Don’t be taken advantage of.

Managing Your Mom or Dad’s Money
Taking over a difficult task.

5 Money Rules For A Successful Retirement
How to make your money last longer.