Dow Loses Another 1,000 Points: Time to Panic?

on June 28, 2018

The stock market is down another 4 percent, bringing the week’s losses to about 10 percent. Here’s what I’m doing, and what you should be doing.

Stock Market Plunges: What Should You Do Now?

on February 3, 2018

The stock market just completed the worst week it has suffered in years. Is it time to panic? Money Talks News founder Stacy Johnson offers his take.

Ask Stacy: Are Online Retirement Calculators Reliable?

on February 2, 2018

If you want to see whether you’re on track for a comfortable retirement, online calculators can give you the answer. But all too often, the answer’s wrong.

Ask Stacy: Am I Too Old to Buy Stocks?

on August 28, 2018

It’s common knowledge that stocks are too risky for seniors. But are they really?

Ask Stacy: Where Can I Earn More on My Savings?

on August 28, 2018

Banks are basically paying nothing on savings accounts. What’s a saver to do?

Sick of Your Debt? Here’s $2,500 That Might Help

on January 29, 2018

Check out this sweepstakes by our partner Debt.com to win a pile of green that will help you get back in the black. But act quickly…

Ask Stacy: I’m Self-Employed — How Will the New Tax Law Affect Me?

on January 31, 2018

The new tax law creates the biggest change in generations for the self-employed. How can it benefit you?

Ask Stacy: Which Mutual Funds Should I Buy?

on January 31, 2018

Ever wonder exactly which mutual funds I personally use? You’re about to find out.

Ask Stacy: The FBI and IRS Are Calling Me — What Should I Do?

on January 31, 2018

If you haven’t yet gotten a call from the FBI, IRS or some other scary agency, it’s only a matter of time. Here’s what to do.

Ask Stacy: Should I Sell My House Myself?

on January 31, 2018

You can save tens of thousands of dollars by selling your home without enlisting a real estate agent. But is it penny wise and pound foolish?

Ask Stacy: How Should I Invest a Windfall?

on January 31, 2018

Whether it’s your tax refund or an inheritance, sooner or later some money is going to fall into your lap. Here’s what to do with it.

Ask Stacy: How Can I Pay Off High-Interest Credit Cards?

on January 31, 2018

Credit card interest is eating you alive, but your credit isn’t good enough to qualify for a zero-interest card: Now what?

Ask Stacy: Should I Pay Off the House?

on August 28, 2018

You have sufficient savings to pay off the mortgage and own your home free and clear. But is it better to have no debt, or a fat savings account?

Ask Stacy: Should I Roll My 401(k) or 403(b) Into an IRA?

on August 28, 2018

When you leave a job, you have a choice: Leave your retirement plan behind, or roll it over into a self-directed IRA. Which should you do?

Ask Stacy: How Can I Stop These Darn Robocalls?

on October 16, 2019

More than 2 billion times each month, an American gets an unsolicited, illegal robocall. Here’s how to make them stop.

Ask Stacy: Which Is a Better Investment — Stocks or Real Estate?

on August 28, 2018

I’ve been investing in both stocks and real estate for about 40 years. Find out which has been the better investment.

Ask Stacy: Does Adding Solar Increase My Home’s Value?

on January 31, 2018

Adding solar power to your home could crush your electric bills. But what will it do to your home’s value?

Ask Stacy: Are We in a Real Estate Bubble?

on August 28, 2018

Home prices are hitting levels not seen since the last bubble burst 10 years ago. Is history about to repeat itself?

Ask Stacy: Should I Do My Own Taxes or Hire Help?

on June 27, 2018

Would you pay $200 an hour to have someone type for you? If you pay to have your taxes done, you might be doing just that.

Ask Stacy: The Stock Market Is High — Should I Get Out?

on August 28, 2018

I recently took some money off the table, but probably not for the reason you think.

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