Stacy Johnson CPA
2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Rent or Buy a House?
Stacy Johnson CPA on February 18, 2019
It’s the million-dollar question — possibly literally! Are you better off renting or owning? Here’s how to tell.
Is Buying a Timeshare Ever a Good Idea?
Stacy Johnson CPA on March 20, 2020
Timeshares are not — repeat, “not” — an investment. Learn why purchasing one typically is a mistake.
2-Minute Money Manager: How Can I Sell Used Electronics?
Stacy Johnson CPA on February 4, 2019
Everybody has them: electronic devices that are too old to use and too valuable to trash. Here’s how to convert them into money.
Do You Qualify for a Home Office Deduction?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 24, 2020
If you’re eligible, a home office deduction can save you big bucks at tax time. If you’re not, claiming it can get you in big trouble.
2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Use a Credit Counselor for Debt Help?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 14, 2019
If you’re in debt trouble, there’s free help available. But not all of it is on the up and up.
2-Minute Money Manager: How Do I Get Help With Medical Debt?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 7, 2019
Is medical debt making your credit ill? Here are some ideas that might help it heal faster.
6 Ways to Save Big Money in Just Minutes
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 25, 2018
It only takes a little time to save a lot of money. With the new year in sight, here are a half-dozen things you must do today.
2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Invest Using Dollar-Cost Averaging or Lump Sum?
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 17, 2018
Is it better to invest a little every month, or a lump sum all at once? The answer may surprise you.
A Bad Week for Stocks: Is the Party Finally Over?
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 6, 2018
Is the sun setting on the mighty bull market? Maybe. Here’s what you should do next.
2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Lend Money to My Kids?
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 3, 2018
We’ve all been there: Friends or family ask for a loan. Here’s what to do the next time it happens to you.
2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Cancel My Credit Card?
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 26, 2018
If you’re not using a credit card, should you formally cancel it, or just throw it in a drawer and forget about it? The answer may surprise you.
2-Minute Money Manager: How Do I Find a Good Financial Adviser?
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 13, 2018
No matter what they call themselves — from financial planner to stockbroker or investment manager — their answer to this simple question can help you decide where to get advice.
How to Slash the Cost of Raising Kids
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 24, 2018
The government says the cost of raising children is soaring. We say there are plenty of ways to trim the tab.
2-Minute Money Manager: Where Can Seniors Find Jobs?
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 22, 2018
If you’re middle-aged or older, finding a job can be a job in itself. Here are some tips that will make it easier.
2-Minute Money Manager: What’s the Best Way to Protect My Passwords and Stay Safe Online?
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 16, 2018
If you use the same password for everything — or use simple passwords so you can remember them — stop what you’re doing and read this.
2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Buy Dental Insurance?
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 15, 2018
Insurance can be important, but some types of coverage are poor buys. Here’s why dental insurance may not be worth the money.
Dow Loses Another 545 Points: Is This the Big One?
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 11, 2018
The Dow has now lost more than 5 percent of its value in 24 hours. Here is why that worries me more than the declines earlier this year.
2-Minute Money Manager: I’m 50 — Should I Go Back to School for a Master’s Degree?
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 8, 2018
A lot of middle-aged people go back to school for a graduate or undergraduate degree. Good idea? It depends. Here’s what you need to know.
How to Avoid Paying the 10 Most Annoying Fees
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 5, 2018
Here’s how to make sure you’re not hit by unexpected charges on airline flights, at hotels and in daily financial transactions.
2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Sell My House to an As-Is, All-Cash Buyer?
Stacy Johnson CPA on April 14, 2020
You’ve seen the signs on the side of the road or the ads online: “We Buy Ugly Houses!” Sound too good to be true? Here’s my take.
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