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Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

May 21, 2014 By Liz Weston

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.

Friday’s need-to-know money news

May 9, 2014 By Liz Weston

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.

Monday’s need-to-know money news

April 21, 2014 By Liz Weston

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.

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

April 15, 2014 By Liz Weston

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.

Monday’s need-to-know money news

March 31, 2014 By Liz Weston

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.

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

February 20, 2014 By Liz Weston

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.

5 Clever Ways to Trick Yourself Into Saving More Money
You won’t feel a thing.

Top 10 Tips for Mortgage Borrowers in 2014
How to get through the year managing your mortgage.

You’re More Likely to Read Reviews for Restaurants Than for Banks
And that’s a problem.

5 Reasons to Consider Hiring a Financial Advisor
You don’t have to go it alone.

Can You Get Out of a Loan You Co-Signed?
Don’t bet on it.