Stacy Johnson CPA

I'm the founder of Money Talks News and have spent the last 40+ years in the personal finance trenches. I'm a CPA, author of a few books and multiple Emmy recipient. I'm married to a woman I don't deserve, have an awesome dog and live on the water in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

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Should I Buy a Home in a 55-Plus Community?

on April 4, 2022

In some ways, buying a home in a retirement community is like buying a home anywhere. But in other ways, it’s completely different. Here’s what you need to know.

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When to Pay for Financial Advice and How to Find the Right Adviser

on March 25, 2022

Financial advice doesn’t come cheap. But sometimes refusing expert help is even costlier.

War, Inflation and Scary Markets – What Investors Should Be Doing Now
War, Inflation and Scary Markets – What Investors Should Be Doing Now

on March 24, 2022

Interest rates are climbing, oil is gushing and there’s historic volatility in the stock market. What’s an investor to do?

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Inflation Is Surging: 20 Ways to Fight Higher Prices

on March 18, 2022

Prices are skyrocketing. Here are the best ways to hedge higher prices.

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The 10 Best Ways to Lower Your Tax Bill This Year

on March 11, 2022

Don’t do your taxes until you’ve made sure to get every penny you’re entitled to. Here are some tips and tricks that will help.

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10 Best Moves for Rising Interest Rates

on March 4, 2022

The financial landscape is about to change: Interest rates on everything from credit cards to mortgages will head higher. Here’s how to prepare.

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Money News You Can Use: March 2022

on March 3, 2022

With a war raging and interest rates poised to climb, these are tough times. Here’s what’s happening to your money and what’s likely to happen next.

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10 Tips and Tricks to Help You Beef Up Your Savings

on February 25, 2022

As the year began, you resolved to turbocharge your savings. But now those goals seem to be fading. Not to worry. Here are some tips that will get you back on track.

Russia Invades, Markets Crash: How It Affects Your Finances
Russia Invades, Markets Crash: How It Affects Your Finances

on February 24, 2022

The Russian invasion has begun and stocks are tanking. This isn’t the time to panic, and it’s definitely not the time to sell. Here’s what to do instead.

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10 Tips to Talk About Money With Loved Ones

on February 18, 2022

Whether it’s your sweetheart, spouse or anyone you’re close to, talking money can be a source of friction. Here’s how to do it painlessly.

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Tips and Tricks to Help You Destroy Debt

on February 11, 2022

If you resolved to pay down debt this year, good for you. Here’s a refresher course on why you should destroy your debts and the fastest way to do it.

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16 Eye-Popping Stats About Big Tech

on February 11, 2022

These facts about Facebook, Google, Apple, Microsoft and Amazon will blow you away.

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10 Tips to Help You Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions

on February 4, 2022

A few weeks ago you promised yourself you’d make some changes. But now it all seems to be slipping away. Not to worry: Here’s how to get back on track.

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Should You Buy an Electric Car?

on January 28, 2022

Electric cars are dominating the headlines, and there’s likely one in your future. But should you wait or plug in ASAP? Here’s a look at the pros and cons.

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What to Expect for Stocks, Interest Rates and Housing This Year

on January 21, 2022

The last few years have been stellar, provided that you owned stocks and a house or two. But nothing lasts forever. Here’s what’s ahead for 2022 and beyond.

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The Steps You Need to Take Now to Retire Rich

on January 14, 2022

You’ll spend a third of your life in retirement, so planning well in advance is critical. Here’s a timetable of the steps you need to take along the way.

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The 60/40 Investment Mix Is Dead – or Is It?

on January 7, 2022

60% stocks and 40% bonds has been the recommended investment mix for decades. Not anymore.

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What Could Go Wrong? 10 Biggest Financial Risks for 2022

on December 31, 2021

Into every life some rain must fall, but these days it seems there are more financial dark clouds on the horizon than usual. Here’s what we see and what you should do.

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10 Secrets to Maximizing Your Social Security

on December 24, 2021

Social Security seems simple enough: Work, retire, get check. But as with many things, the devil is in the details.

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8 Things Rich People Buy That Make Them Look Dumb

on December 24, 2021

What’s worse than wasting money? Spending it on things that make you look silly.

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