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July 14, 2014 By Liz Weston

Monday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Becoming debt free and staying that way. Also in the news: How to find the leaks in your budget, six ways to become “rich”, and what to do if you need a credit increase.

How to Become Debt-Free — and Stay That Way
It’s not as impossible as it sounds.

How to Find & Fix Your Budget Leaks
Sealing the money drips.

6 ways to become rich without even trying
Well, maybe a little trying.

Need Some Flexibility? 6 Ways to Increase Your Credit Limit
Proceed with caution.

Disability Benefits: How Social Security Decides If You Deserve Them
Deciphering the formula.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: budgets, Credit, Credit Cards, credit increases, debt, debt-free, disability, Social Security, tips

June 25, 2014 By Liz Weston

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: How to build credit when you don’t want a credit card. Also in the news: Why you shouldn’t turn your 401(k) over to a broker, how to save on summer energy costs, and how to save on health care while you’re retired.

How to Build Credit Without a Credit Card
For those with no interest in having a credit card.

The One Reason to Nix A 401(k) Rollover to a Broker
Two words: brokerage commissions.

7 Ways to Cut Your Summer Energy Costs
No need to make your wallet sweat too.

5 ways to reduce retiree health care costs
How to reduce the price tag on your care.

Study: When the Honeymoon is Over, Credit Scores are Extremely Important
Getting down to the nitty gritty

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: 401(k), building credit, Credit Scores, health care costs, retirees, summer energy costs, tips

June 5, 2014 By Liz Weston

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: What can be learned financially during a parent’s last days. Also in the news: How to reduce your credit card debt through balance transfers, what new college grads should know about money, and should you buy life insurance for your kids.

5 financial lessons from a parent’s last days
What can be learned during a difficult time.

Save Thousands on Credit Card Debt with Balance Transfers
Playing the balance transfer shuffle.

What New College Grads Need To Know About Money
The “real world” is expensive.

Should You Buy Life Insurance for Your Kids?
Determining the best savings strategies.

Five Little Money Leaks That You Can Plug Right Now
Stopping the drips.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: balance transfers, budgets, credit card debt, elder finances, life insurance for kids, money leaks, tips

June 3, 2014 By Liz Weston

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: What you need to know when negotiating with a debt collector. Also in the news: Quick ways to get your finances in order, how you may be unintentionally damaging your credit score, and what you need to know about funeral costs.

3 Things You Need When Negotiating With a Debt Collector
Know your numbers.

4 Quick Ways to Get Your Finances in Order
Start doing your homework.

Are You Unintentionally Damaging Your Credit Score?
Time for some mythbusting.

The Only 2 Things You Need to Remember About Funeral Costs
Don’t be caught off guard during a difficult time.

Is Your Student Loan Servicer Ruining Your Credit?
Know where your loans are.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: Credit Score, debt, debt collector, funeral costs, Student Loans, tips

May 21, 2014 By Liz Weston

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Why new graduates need to keep a close watch on their identities. Also in the news: How to get someone to resolve your banking complaints, why travel medical insurance is essential for international travel, and five ways to start saving for your child’s education.

4 Ways New Grads Are Vulnerable to Identity Theft
Protecting yourself and that diploma.

How to Get Your Banking Complaints Resolved
Knowing who to complain to could change everything.

Travel Medical Insurance: Don’t Leave Without it
Don’t rely on your existing insurance to cover you internationally.

5 Ways to Save for Your Child’s College Education
The earlier you start, the more you can save.

My Dream Retirement: 5 People Reveal Their Strategies
How to save for your ultimate retirement.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: banking complaints, College Savings, Identity Theft, Retirement, tips, travel medical insurance

May 9, 2014 By Liz Weston

Friday’s need-to-know money news

Today’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.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: ATM fees, Retirement, Savings, tips, travel expenses

April 21, 2014 By Liz Weston

Monday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: How to pay off your student loan in four years or less. Also in the news: Affordable ways to help someone having a bad time, how healthy living could save you money, and an easy way to tell if you have good credit.

5 Tips For Paying Off Your Student Loans in 4 Years or Less
Shortening the lifespan of the student loan albatross.

6 Affordable Ways to Help Someone Who’s Hurting
It truly is the thought that counts.

How good health will pay off during retirement

Healthy living right now could pay off in the future.

A Super Simple Way to Figure Out If You Have Good Credit
It’s all about the credit report.

Are Reverse Mortgages a Good Idea for Retirees?
A look at the controversial mortgage program.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: Credit, credit report, reverse mortgages, Student Loans, tips

April 15, 2014 By Liz Weston

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Protecting your 401(k). Also in the news: What to do if you have a large tax bill, rental mistakes to avoid, and the two legal documents you can’t live without.

How To Spot A 401(k) Rip-off
Don’t sell your retirement short.

Big Tax Bill? IRS Offers Payment Options
Taxes don’t have to drain your wallet all at once.

5 Mistakes Renters Make
Don’t let your rental become a money pit.

6 Financially Freeing Tasks Not to ‘Pass Over’
A festival of financial freedom.

2 Legal Documents You Can’t Live Without
They’re inevitable.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: 401(k), durable power of attorney, IRS, rentals, Retirement, Taxes, tips, wills

March 31, 2014 By Liz Weston

Monday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Personal finance tips for single parents. Also in the news: Overlooked tax deductions, deciphering credit card offers, and upgrading a forgotten 401(k).

5 Personal Finance Tips for Single Parents
Planning for emergencies is key.

5 Tax Deductions That Are Typically Overlooked
Don’t shortchange your deductions.

How to Read a Credit Card Offer
Pay close attention to the fine print.

Upgrading forgotten 401(k)s
Reclaiming your retirement.

How A Personal Finance Journalist Manages Her Own Money
Learning from the experts.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: 401(k), Retirement, single parents, tax deductions, tips

February 20, 2014 By Liz Weston

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: How to trick yourself into saving money. Also in the news: Tips for mortgage borrowers, why you should read bank reviews, and when to consider hiring a financial planner.