Monday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: How to foil 5 common bank fees from draining your funds. Also in the news: How to talk – not fight – about money with your spouse, the real cost of owning a pet, and how Equifax ignored warning about security vulnerabilities.

How to Foil 5 Common Bank Fees From Draining Your Funds
Don’t let them take your money.

How to Talk — Not Fight — About Money With Your Spouse
Peaceful talks over a tough subject.

How Much Does Owning a Pet Really Cost?
Affording Fido.

Equifax Was Warned About Vulnerability But Failed To Patch It
A nightmare that could have been prevented.

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

Household-Budget1Today’s top story: Money tasks to tackle during your winter break. Also in the news: How to save thousands on a divorce, getting in the savings habit, and why your new tech toy could be a security threat.

3 Money Tasks to Tackle on Your Winter Break
Assessing the holiday damage.

Getting Divorced? 5 Ways To Save Thousands
January is the start of divorce season.

Get Into the Savings Habit by Putting Away 50% of Your Extra Income
Even if it’s just the change in your pocket.

Could Your Holiday Gift Be a Security Threat?
Hackers can’t wait to get at your new tech toys.

Friday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Security tips from a former identity thief. Also in the news: What to teach teen about debt, tax mistakes you don’t know you’re making, and tips on retiring early. Ways-of-Identity-Theft

4 Security Tips From a Former Fraudster
Advice on how to protect yourself from guys like him.

4 Things Your Teen Needs to Know About Debt
Teaching your teens to avoid the debt trap.

7 Easy Steps to Pay Off Debt
Budgeting is essential.

7 Tax Mistakes You Don’t Know You’re Making
Don’t forget about tax credits!

5 tips to help you retire early
Treating dollars like employees.