Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

scamToday’s top story: How to spot a credit repair scam. Also in the news: Using the home office tax deduction with a mortgage interest rate deduction, a costly tax trap older Americans need to avoid, and answers to embarrassing money questions.

Top 4 Ways to Spot a Credit Repair Scam
If it looks too good to be true, it usually is.

How the Home-Office Deduction Works With the Mortgage-Interest Deduction
Don’t pay more than you have to.

Don’t Get April-Fooled by This Very Costly IRS Tax Trap
An important reminder for older Americans.

3 Money Questions Everyone’s Too Embarrassed to Ask
Remember…there are no stupid questions.