Author: Stacy Johnson
6 Reasons I’m No Fan of Suze Orman and You Shouldn’t Be Either
Stacy Johnson on July 21, 2017Personal finance guru Suze Orman has a huge following. But beware: The self-proclaimed expert has a track record that suggests more sizzle than steak.
Ask Stacy — 8 Tips to Get Credit When You Don’t Have Any
Stacy Johnson on July 14, 2017This young reader wants to know how to deal with a common credit conundrum: How are you supposed to build a credit history when you keep getting turned down for lack of a credit history?
Ask Stacy — Is My Investment Adviser Charging Too Much?
Stacy Johnson on July 7, 2017Some advisers charge by the hour, some by commissions, some with an annual fee, like a mutual fund. Which is best?
Ask Stacy — 10 Simple Steps to Prevent Rip-Offs, Ransomware and Cyber Attacks
Stacy Johnson on June 30, 2017While it may seem that big companies would be better able to protect themselves than us little guys, keeping us safe is actually much easier. Here’s all you have to do.
Take 5 — A Roundup of Reads From Around the Web
Stacy Johnson on June 29, 2017This week: How to stop living paycheck to paycheck, taxes for expats, habits that lead to divorce, how much to pay for wedding music and how to get store clerks to give you a deal.
The Secret to Achieving Your Dreams Without Making a Budget
Stacy Johnson on June 29, 2017Budgets are about deprivation and discipline. No wonder they’re hard to stick to. Here’s an idea: Make a spending plan that compels you to reach your goals instead.
4 Reasons You Should Never Pay for Credit Monitoring
Stacy Johnson on June 23, 2017A reader wants to know which of two credit monitoring services she’s using is the better deal. My advice? Drop them both like a hot rock.
Take 5 — A Roundup of Reads From Around the Web
Stacy Johnson on June 22, 2017This week: Protecting your Social Security, how living trusts work, bad money decisions, tough talk and how it pays to be single.
Ask Stacy — I Should Be Able to Trust Your Ads, Shouldn’t I?
Stacy Johnson on June 16, 2017Here’s what you need to know about advertisers on the internet.
Take 5 — A Roundup of Reads From Around the Web
Stacy Johnson on June 15, 2017This week: Insurance you shouldn’t buy, financial advice for friends, finding the cheapest flights, the cost of selling your home and seven affordable getaways.
Living Together but Not Married? 5 Important Things to Know
Stacy Johnson on June 13, 2017Nearly half of Americans in their 30s and 40s have lived together in a romantic relationship. While that may make for a happy couple, it can lead to money misery.
Is Trump About to Go Down in Flames? Here’s How to Tell
Stacy Johnson on June 9, 2017Some media sources suggest impeachment is impending, others say there’s no “there” there. The best way to tell what’s really going on is right under your nose.
Ask Stacy — How Do I Invest in a Mutual Fund?
Stacy Johnson on June 9, 2017A reader is interested in investing in a stock mutual fund, but wants to know exactly how to go about it. Here’s the answer, step by step.
Take 5 — A Roundup of Reads From Around the Web
Stacy Johnson on June 7, 2017This week: June freebies, stopping food waste, most-popular Father’s Day gifts, entrepreneurial advice and the biggest regrets homeowners face.
Ask Stacy — How Do I Find Work When I’m Over 50?
Stacy Johnson on June 2, 2017When you’re past your prime, finding work can be frustrating. But you can reinvent yourself. I know because I’ve done it.
Take 5 — A Roundup of Reads From Around the Web
Stacy Johnson on June 1, 2017This week: Paying down debt versus adding to savings, financially illiterate boomers, five horrible buys, how social media makes you spend, and gift card hacks you need to know.
10 Golden Rules to Avoid Getting Scammed
Stacy Johnson on May 30, 2017We have all been ripped off. If you want to avoid that sickening feeling in the future, follow these simple rules.
Want to Be Rich? Here’s All the Advice You’ll Ever Need, in 10 Simple Sentences
Stacy Johnson on May 29, 2017I’ve been giving financial advice for 40 years, and I’m a millionaire several times over. Here are the 10 best bits of financial advice I’ve both given and taken.
Ask Stacy — I Got Ripped Off by an Online Store. What Can I Do?
Stacy Johnson on May 26, 2017This reader ordered something online and never received it. She feels helpless, but she shouldn’t. She has powerful weapons at her disposal.
Take 5 — A Roundup of Reads From Around the Web
Stacy Johnson on May 25, 2017This week: getting rid of the hard to get rid of, how Trump is hurting honeymoons, reaching your goals, combating financial ignorance and the saving secrets of 13 popular stores.
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