Author: 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.
3 Tips to Avoid the Latest Credit Card Scam
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 9, 2010
Americans recently lost more than $10 million to bogus credit card charges from a single ring of scam artists. If you’re not examining your monthly statements, maybe you were a victim.
Viewer Suggestion to Destroy Debts: Trade in Your Truck
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 9, 2010
Brad found an extra $200 a month to pay down debt – and improved his ride at the same time. What could you do to destroy your debts?
8 Reasons You Should Love Credit Cards
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 5, 2010
Paper or plastic? That used to be what the cashier asked when bagging your groceries. These days the same question could apply about paper money vs credit cards. Here are eight reasons why plastic is the right answer.
Three Steps to Break a Car Lease Without Getting Rear-Ended
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 4, 2010
What do marriage, the Army and car leasing have in common? Answer: All are much easier to get into than out of.
Is Your State Offering a Tax Holiday?
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 4, 2010
Here’s a chart that makes it easy to find out if your state is offering to let sales taxes slide for back-to-school and other purchases.
$12.99 HDMI Cables: Great Deal? Nope!
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 3, 2010
If you’ve ever paid a total of more than $2.30 for an HDMI cable, read this!
10 Questions to Ask Before You Hire a Real Estate Agent
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 2, 2010
If you’re trying to sell a house, the right help is crucial. Here are ten questions you should ask to hire the right real estate agent.
New Rules Could Erase Debt Settlement Industry
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 30, 2010
In a victory for consumers, this October it’s going to be a lot tougher to be in the debt settlement business.
10 Cheap Tips to Heat-Proof Your Ride
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 29, 2010
Your summer vacation plans probably don’t include a stop on the side of the road. Even if you don’t know the difference between your car’s axle and Axel Rose, these 10 tips will help your car beat the summer heat.
Many Card Issuers Not Adequately Disclosing Penalty Rates
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 29, 2010
Some credit card issuers no longer provide full disclosure of the terms of the penalty rate, or fail to correctly follow disclosure requirements required by the new Federal Reserve rules.
10 Tips to Help You Save $1,000 by Christmas
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 27, 2010
The year’s more than half over. If you’re not meeting the savings resolutions you made in January, here are some tips that can help you catch up in time for the holidays.
Cellphone Jailbreakers Set Free
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 26, 2010
Rules just released by the U.S. Copyright Office will for the first time make it legal to “jailbreak” your cell phone or in some cases copy a DVD.
Just the Ticket – Tips to Shop the Ticket Resale Market
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 26, 2010
If you want tickets to a concert, game or other popular event, you’ve got two choices: pay the asking price from the primary seller, or take a chance and try to get a deal from one of many resellers. Here’s how to play the game.
Fast Way to Lose Weight? Lighten Up on Credit Cards
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 26, 2010
Nearly all fast-food chains now accept plastic. It’s a trend that’s adding to both bottom lines of the chains – and the bottoms of their customers.
Viewer Question: Should I Buy a Variable Annuity?
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 23, 2010
While earning a guaranteed 5% may sound like a great deal today, historically speaking it’s no big deal. If you can lock in 5% for one year, fine. But if you have to enter into a high-cost, long-term insurance contract to get it, it becomes a lot less attractive.
Payday Lenders Dropping Like Flies
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 22, 2010
Arizona is one of many states putting the squeeze on lenders that offer two week loans at up to 400% annualized interest. Is this the beginning of the end for payday lenders?
Financial Reform: Signature Today, But Few Changes Tomorrow
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 21, 2010
The President will sign into law the most sweeping reforms to our nation’s financial system in 75 years, but don’t expect changes overnight.
Wall Street Reform – Vote Over, Studies Just Beginning
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 21, 2010
When Congress doesn’t have the either the votes or the chutzpa to make real changes, the studies begin. The financial reform bill orders up 68.
4 Ways You Lose From Financial Reform
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 20, 2010
The recently-enacted financial regulatory reform bill bashes the profitability of banks in numerous ways. Is there any doubt they’ll try to make up for it at your expense?
5 Ways You’ll Profit From Financial Reform
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 19, 2010
Two years in the making, the new financial regulatory reform bill has arrived. Here are five ways it might put more money in your pocket – or at least keep it there.
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