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Friday’s need-to-know money news

July 18, 2014 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: The top personal financial planning websites. Also in the news: The dangers of free Wi-Fi, how to lower your health care costs, and tips on taxes for freelancers.

Top 5 Personal Financial Planning Websites
Putting it all on virtual paper.

Is Free Wi-Fi Dangerous?
Free Wi-Fi can end up quite costly.

5 Ways to Lower Your Health Care Bills
How to keep a lid on your health care costs.

Freelancers, Here’s How To Do Your Taxes
One of the downsides of freelancing life.

If You Can’t Understand a Financial Move in Five Minutes, Wait First
Waiting could save you from making a big mistake.

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

July 17, 2014 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: How to avoid currency exchange fees while traveling. Also in the news: How finances can reveal an unfaithful spouse, howto avoid ruining your retirement plan, and why it’s so important to include your digital assets in your estate planning.

5 money saving tips for exchanging currency
How to save on fees during your overseas travel.

11 Financial Signs Your Spouse is Cheating on You
There’s always a paper trail.

4 Ways to Ruin Your Retirement Plan
You’ll want to avoid these.

5 ways to protect your online assets
The importance of including your online accounts in your estate plan.

10 steps to take if you hope to retire soon
The sooner you start, the better off you’ll be.

Monday’s need-to-know money news

July 14, 2014 By Liz Weston

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.

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

June 25, 2014 By Liz Weston

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

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

June 5, 2014 By Liz Weston

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.

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

June 3, 2014 By Liz Weston

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.