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Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

March 25, 2020 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: Laid off due to Coronavirus? Take these 6 steps. Also in the news: NerdWallet Experts’ tips on handling finances during coronavirus, my experience flying from Mexico to the U.S. during the Coronavirus pandemic, and how to make a will during the Coronavirus lockdown.

Laid Off Due to Coronavirus? Take These 6 Steps
Keeping your head above water.

NerdWallet Experts’ Tips on Handling Finances During Coronavirus
Advice from the pros.

My Experience Flying from Mexico to the U.S. During the Coronavirus Pandemic
It’s a different world.

How Do You Make a Will During the Coronavirus Lockdown?
Getting creative.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: Coronavirus, Estate Planning, experts, finance tips, tips, traveling, unemployment, will

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

March 17, 2020 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: Even in a financial crisis, you have options. Also in the news: When will it make sense to travel again, robo-advisors bring access to a new crop of investors, and Apple Card will let you skip a payment this month.

Even in a Financial Crisis, You Have Options
Take a deep breath.

Ask a Points Nerd: When Will It Make Sense to Travel Again?
Uncertain times.

Robo-Advisors Bring Access to a New Crop of Investors
A good option for new investors.

Apple Card Will Let You Skip Your Payment This Month
But it’s not automatic.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: Apple Card, financial crisis, financial help, Investing, payment options, robo-advisors, traveling

Friday’s need-to-know money news

January 24, 2020 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: What you need to know about the new FICO score. Also in the news: 5 reasons to add beneficiaries to your investment accounts now, 5 home improvements that may not pay off when you sell, and what to do if you lose your credit or debit card while traveling.

Worried About the New FICO Score? Here’s What to Know — and Do
Get the details.

5 Reasons to Add Beneficiaries to Your Investment Accounts Now
Making things easier on your loved ones.

5 Home Improvements That May Not Pay Off When You Sell
Skip the chef’s kitchen.

What to Do If You Lose Your Credit or Debit Card While Traveling
Rule #1 – Don’t panic.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: credit card, Credit Score, debit card, FICO score, home improvements, investment account beneficiaries, lost card, traveling

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

August 29, 2019 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: How to bypass ATM fees while you’re on the road. Also in the news: Protecting your digital privacy after you die, 4 smart ways to split bills with friends while traveling abroad, and as the school year begins, beware of hackers.

How to Bypass ATM Fees While You’re on the Road
A little research could save you some bucks.

Who Gets Your Digital Assets: Heirs or Hackers?
Protecting your privacy after you die.

4 Smart Ways to Split Bills With Friends While Traveling Abroad
No need to make it awkward.

As the school year begins, beware of hackers
Hackers are especially targeting college students.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: ATM fees, digital assets, digital privacy, friends and money, hackers, splitting the bill, traveling

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

October 17, 2018 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: How to pay for college when you haven’t saved enough. Also in the news: How credit cards are fueling bigger gas savings, how to see the world in your 20s without racking up debt, and what rising mortgage rates will cost you if you’re looking to buy a home.

How to Pay for College When You Haven’t Saved Enough
All hope is not lost.

How Credit Cards Are Fueling Bigger Gas Savings
Savings at the pump.

How to See the World in Your 20s Without Racking Up Debt
The trip of a lifetime without a lifetime of debt.

Buying a home? Here’s what rising mortgage rates will cost you
State-by-state findings.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: college tuition, Credit Cards, gas savings, mortgage rates, Savings, traveling

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

June 13, 2018 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: Why brand loyalty makes some blind to retail cards’ flaws. Also in the news: The good, the bad and the budget of destination weddings, how to save on central air, and what to know about your insurance when you’re on vacation.

Why Brand Loyalty Makes Some Blind to Retail Cards’ Flaws
Your favorite store card could come with a whopping interest rate.

Destination Weddings: The Good, the Bad and the Budget
Exchanging vows on vacation.

The Cost to Install Central Air and 3 Ways to Save
Staying cool for less.

What to Know About Your Insurance When You’re on Vacation
What is and isn’t covered.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: brand loyalty, central air conditioning, destination weddings, health insurance, store credit cards, traveling

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