June 19, 2014 By

Thursday’s need to know money news

Zemanta Related Posts ThumbnailToday’s top story: How paying off your student loans could actually lower your credit score. Also in the news: What to expect from the Social Security Administration’s new strategy, how you could benefit from a financial pro, and why millennials still aren’t saving enough money.

I Paid Off My Student Loans & My Credit Score Dropped?!
Yes, you read that correctly.

Here’s what the Social Security Administration’s new service strategy means for you
Prepare for long wait times

Top 8 Reasons You Need A Financial Pro
It’s good to have a sounding board.

Why Millennials Still Don’t Save Enough
It’s not too late.

Facing Alzheimer’s? Prepare for the financial punch now
Making the difficult decisions.

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May 28, 2014 By

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Zemanta Related Posts ThumbnailToday’s top story: How to cope with retirement’s biggest stressors. Also in the news: Why you should check your credit score, the financial conversations you should have before getting married, and what you need to ask before hiring a real estate agent.

Five top stressors in retirement and how to cope
Health plays a huge role.

13 Reasons to Get Your Credit Scores
No news is not always good news.

Money Experts Say When it Comes to Marriage, It Pays to Talk
The conversations you need to have before walking down the aisle.

5 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Real Estate Agent
Asking questions upfront could save you time and money.

9 Ways to Live Large for Less
Who doesn’t want to rent a castle?

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May 18, 2014 By

Monday’s need-to-know money news

Zemanta Related Posts ThumbnailToday’s top story: Four things prospective homebuyers should never say. Also in the the news: Why cable a la cart could end up costing you more, five ways to save on gas this summer, and financially savvy gifts to get the grad in your life off to a good start.

Will unbundling cable save you money
Paying for only the channels you watch could turn out to be more expensive

4 Things Homebuyers Should Never Say
You never want to tip your hand.

5 Ways to Save Money on Gas This Summer
More money for the good stuff.

How to Take Tax Deductions for Bad Debts
Making bad debt slightly more tolerable

Financially Savvy Gifts For New Graduates
Giving a gift for the future.

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May 9, 2014 By

Friday’s need-to-know money news

Zemanta Related Posts ThumbnailToday’s top story: When the best times are to both purchase airfare and to travel. Also in the news: An under-the-radar retirement risk, five ways to avoid ATM fees, and how white lies about money can leave you deep in debt.

Best Days to Travel, Buy Airfare
Flying at certain times of the day can save you money.

The biggest retirement risk no one talks about
What happens when our minds begin to slip?

5 Tips for Avoiding ATM Fees
Where you do your banking could make all the difference.

5 Little Money White Lies That Can Leave You in the Red
Don’t get caught by these untruths.

The Only 3 Money Principles You Need To Know
Three principles to better your financial health.

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May 7, 2014 By

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Zemanta Related Posts ThumbnailToday’s top story: How to create a post-college financial plan. Also in the news: Tips for safe shopping online, how to protect your child from identity theft, and eight questions to ask a home inspector.

8 Tips for Creating a Post-College Financial Plan
As graduation approaches, it’s time to get serious.

5 Tips for Safe Online Shopping
Recent massive security breeches have shoppers on edge.

A Mother’s Day Guide to Keeping Your Child’s Identity Safe
People of all ages are at risk for identity theft.

8 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Home Inspector
Buying a home is stressful enough.

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May 6, 2014 By

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

Zemanta Related Posts ThumbnailToday’s top story: How to avoid the 10 most common student loan mistakes. Also in the news: Finding the essential facts on your social security statement, using targeted savings to achieve your financial goals, and how to save money on utilities as the hot weather approaches.

The 10 Most Common Student Loan Mistakes
Learning how to avoid them.

5 Essential Facts on Your Social Security Statement
Where to find these important pieces of information.

How to Use Targeted Savings to Achieve Goals
Using subaccounts to save for specific things.

5 Ways You Can Save Money on Your Utility Bills
Preparing for air conditioning season.

Refinance Wisdom: Should You or Shouldn’t You?
With interest rates expected to creep up, is now the time to refinance?

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May 5, 2014 By

Monday’s need-to-know money news

Zemanta Related Posts ThumbnailToday’s top story: Money tips for new college grads. Also in the news: Lying to yourself about finances, the pros and cons of auto financing, and ranking the 50 states for retirement.

Money tips college graduates can use
Welcome to the real world!

3 Financial Fibs You Tell Yourself
Paying off debt and building your savings aren’t mutually exclusive.

Auto Financing vs. Paying in Cash: What Are the Costs and Benefits?
Evaluating present vs future costs.

Report ranks best, worst states for retirement
Where does your state rank?

What You Should (and Shouldn’t) Overlook During an Open House
You can always change the paint.

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May 2, 2014 By

Friday’s need-to-know money news

Zemanta Related Posts ThumbnailToday’s top story: The student loan deadlines you need to know. Also in the news: What to do if you haven’t saved for your kid’s college, a retirement check list for baby boomers, and how getting in shape could help your wallet.

3 Student Loan Deadlines Everyone Needs to Know
Missing these deadlines could become costly.

Eight Tips for Parents Who Have Saved Nothing for College
Hope is not completely lost.

Here’s What Needs to be on Every Boomers’ Retirement Check List
The important things you need to watch.

How to Spring Clean Your Budget: Start With Your Health
Get your body and your wallet in shape.

Does Taking Early Social Security Hurt Your Spouse?
Taking social security early could have a big impact on your spouse.

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April 29, 2014 By

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

Zemanta Related Posts ThumbnailToday’s top story: Are you being charged too much for your 401(k)? Also in the news: Teaching your kids about money, using your tax refund to pay down debt, and tips that will make next year’s tax filing a breeze.

Is Your Small-Company 401(k) Charging Too Much?
How much are you paying in fees?

3 Everyday Events That Can Teach Your Kids About Money
It’s never too early.

Use tax refund to reduce your debt
While not as fun as a new TV, it pays off in the long run.

Tips to Make Your Taxes Way Easier Next Year
Anything to make taxes less stressful.

13 Times Being Cheap Could Cost You More
The high price of trying to save money.

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April 25, 2014 By

Friday’s need-to-know money news

download (1)Today’s top story: Poll reveals Americans are feeling better about their personal finances. Also in the news: How to raise financially savvy kids, learning how to balance saving for the future with enjoying the present, and five credit card fees you should try to avoid.

Americans’ Ratings of Their Personal Finances Inch Up
Does your opinion match up?

How to Rear Money-Smart Kids
Starting kids off on the right foot with money.

How To Balance Enjoying Life With Saving For Your Goals
Saving for the future doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the present.

5 Credit Card Fees to Avoid
There’s no need to give the banks extra money.

5 Ways to Save for a One-Time Expense
Saving for and expecting the unexpected.

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