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Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

December 8, 2021 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: How to stay up to date on foreign travel restrictions. Also in the news: Southwest to roll out 4th fare type in 2022, maximizing holiday spirit while minimizing taxes, and how to spot a shady landlord.

How to Stay Up to Date on Foreign Travel Restrictions
Look to federal agency and embassy websites for up-to-date information on travel advisories and requirements.

Southwest to Roll Out 4th Fare Type in 2022: What to Know
Southwest Airlines’ planned addition will give passengers more options.

Charitable Donations: Maximize Holiday Spirit, Minimize Taxes
Year-end charitable donations do good all around. While giving to others, you can get a break on your taxes.

How to Spot a Shady Landlord (Before It’s Too Late)
Before you sign your lease, watch for these warning signs.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: bad landlords, foreign travel restrictions, holiday donations, Southwest Airlines, tax deductions

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

April 13, 2021 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: Can I deduct Medicare costs on my income tax? Also in the news: Is a personal loan or home equity loan right for your reno, the high price of money shame, and steps to take before you go to a car dealership if your credit score isn’t great.

Can I Deduct Medicare Costs on My Income Tax?
If you itemize, premiums, copayments, and certain other expenses may be deductible.

Is a Personal Loan or Home Equity Loan Right for Your Reno?
The best financing depends on your financial situation, including your income, credit and how much equity you have.

The High Price of Money Shame
Simply naming the emotions you feel about financial mistakes is a step toward breaking the cycle and taking control.

If Your Credit Score Isn’t Great, Take These Steps Before You Go To A Dealership
Walk in fully prepared.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: car shopping, Credit Score, home renovations, Medicare, money shame, tax deductions

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

March 30, 2021 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: How to pick the right credit card for a major purchase. Also in the news: How to adjust your credit card strategy for 2021 travel, three factors to consider (and one to ignore) when choosing investment funds, and how you can deduct masks as a medical expense on your taxes.

How to Pick the Right Credit Card for a Major Purchase
That big-ticket item could earn you loads of rewards, or you could snag a lengthy no-interest period to pay off the purchase.

How to Adjust Your Credit Card Strategy for 2021 Travel
A new survey finds many Americans are planning trips this year. Credit card spending rewards can help cover costs.
When Choosing Investment Funds, Look at 3 Factors, Ignore 1
Forget about word of mouth.

How You Can Deduct Masks as a Medical Expense on Your Taxes
Find out how to qualify.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: 2021 travel, COVID masks, Credit Cards, investment funds, major purchases, tax deductions

Monday’s need-to-know money news

June 15, 2020 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: These are probably your best options for travel this summer. Also in the news: A new episode of the SmartMoney podcast on how the pandemic is changing our financial lives, how your state may let you deduct the costs of working from home during the pandemic, and 10 steps to avoiding tax-return identity theft.

These are probably your best options for travel this summer
It’s going to be weird.

SmartMoney Podcast: The Pandemic Is Changing Our Financial Lives, and What to Know About Refinancing Now
Things have changed dramatically.

Your State May Let You Deduct The Costs of Working From Home During the Pandemic
Covering the costs of your upgrades.

10 Steps to Avoiding Tax-Return Identity Theft
Protecting your Social Security number.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: Identity Theft, pandemic, SmartMoney podcast, summer travel, tax deductions, tax returns, working from home

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

February 19, 2020 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: When and how to say no to extended car warranties. Also in the news: How to save money with used baby items, medical expenses you can deduct on your taxes, and why you really need to set up automatic credit card payments.

Extended Car Warranties: When and How to Say No
Don’t pay for something you may never use.

New Baby? Save Money With These Used Items
You’ll only use them for a brief time.

Which medical expenses can you deduct on your taxes?
No, you can’t deduct your medical weed.

You Really Need to Set Up Automatic Credit Card Payments
Never miss a due date again.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: automatic credit card payments, baby items, extended car warranties, medical expenses, tax deductions, tips

Monday’s need-to-know money news

February 10, 2020 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: Should your student loans and your spouse’s get hitched? Also in the news: Investing vs paying student loans, the blunt truth about medical expenses, marijuana, and your tax returns, and how to figure out your finances when you’re single.

Should Your Student Loans and Your Spouse’s Get Hitched?
A look at the pros and cons.

SmartMoney Podcast: ‘Should I Invest or Pay Down My Student Loans?’
Where should your money go?

Blunt Truths About Medical Expenses, Marijuana and Your Tax Return
The IRS needs to chill.

How to Figure Out Your Finances When You’re Single
Making the budget that works solely for you.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: budgets, couples and money, investing vs paying off student loans, medical expenses, medical marijuana, SmartMoney podcast, Student Loans, tax deductions

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