Author: Stacy Johnson
2-Minute Money Manager: I’m 55 and Have No Retirement Savings — What Should I Do?
Stacy Johnson on November 11, 2019
Just because you start the race late doesn’t mean you can’t win. Here’s some information and inspiration that can help.
How I Found $546 in Car Insurance Savings in Under 10 Minutes
Stacy Johnson on November 6, 2019
Finding the best car insurance deal just got a lot easier.
2-Minute Money Manager: Will Paying Off Old Debts Help My Credit?
Stacy Johnson on November 4, 2019
You’d think that paying off an old, unpaid debt would help your credit score. But does it?
5 Smart Ways to Spend Your ‘Free’ Hour on Sunday
Stacy Johnson on November 2, 2019
You can sleep an extra 60 minutes this weekend thanks to the end of daylight saving time. Or, you can reinvest that time so it pays dividends year-round.
2-Minute Money Manager: How Do I Choose an Executor for My Will?
Stacy Johnson on October 28, 2019
“Executor” — a fancy name for the person who’s going to be in charge of your estate when you’re gone. Be careful whom you pick.
2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Pay Off My Mortgage Before Retirement?
Stacy Johnson on October 21, 2019
Common wisdom suggests you need to retire debt-free. But for many, that’s simply not an option.
2-Minute Money Manager: How Can I Find Cheaper Internet?
Stacy Johnson on October 14, 2019
The cost of cable TV is soaring, and everyone’s looking to stream shows instead. But you still need to pay for internet access. Here’s how to get it cheap.
5 Mistakes That Will Ruin Your Investment Returns
Stacy Johnson on October 11, 2019
Investing in the stock market is simpler than you think. You just need to avoid these blunders.
2-Minute Money Manager: Can I Protect My Money If I Go Into a Nursing Home?
Stacy Johnson on October 7, 2019
Medicaid covers long-term nursing home expenses. But you may have to spend down assets to qualify. Is there a way to work the system?
10 of the World’s Worst Fees — and How to Dodge Them
Stacy Johnson on October 3, 2019
Here’s how to steer clear of unreasonable add-on costs.
2-Minute Money Manager: Will Signing Up for Lots of Credit Cards Hurt My Credit?
Stacy Johnson on September 30, 2019
Here’s how applying for a bunch of credit cards affects your credit in the short term and the long term.
2-Minute Money Manager: Should We Save for Retirement or Our Kids’ College?
Stacy Johnson on September 23, 2019
If there’s not enough in the budget to save for both your kids’ college and your own retirement, here’s what to do.
2-Minute Money Manager: Should We Take Social Security at 62, 66 or 70?
Stacy Johnson on September 16, 2019
Some experts say take Social Security at 62. Some insist you wait until 70. The right answer for you is probably somewhere in between.
The Golden Rules of Becoming a Millionaire
Stacy Johnson on September 9, 2019
I’m a millionaire several times over. I got here the same way you can — by following these 10 simple steps.
Scammers Clone Major News Sites to Mislead Buyers
Stacy Johnson on September 9, 2019
Buyer beware: Here comes the ultimate in “fake news.”
2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Prepay My Funeral?
Stacy Johnson on September 9, 2019
You pay for your vacation and your kid’s education in advance. So, why not prepay your funeral? Well, here’s why.
How to Get the Best Possible Deal on Car Insurance
Stacy Johnson on September 7, 2019
This is the last article on understanding and shopping for car insurance that you’ll ever need.
21 Steps to More Leisure — and Less Labor — in Your Life
Stacy Johnson on September 2, 2019
Here are some ways to “labor less and leisure more” as you build a smooth path to financial freedom.
2-Minute Money Manager: Do I Really Need a Will?
Stacy Johnson on September 2, 2019
Most experts insist everyone needs a will, but that’s not always true.
2-Minute Money Manager: Will Social Security Still Be There When I Retire?
Stacy Johnson on August 26, 2019
Stories about the demise of Social Security have been around for decades. Don’t believe them.
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