Author: Stacy Johnson
Are Credit Unions a Good Place to Get a Mortgage?
Stacy Johnson on January 20, 2020
When it comes to mortgages, most don’t consider credit unions. That could be an expensive mistake.
The FIRE Movement: Smart or Stupid?
Stacy Johnson on January 13, 2020
The FIRE movement suggests you scrimp early in your career and retire before age 50. Revolutionary? Hardly.
Should I Pay Off All of My Debts Before Investing?
Stacy Johnson on January 6, 2020
You’ve probably heard you should pay off your debts before investing, but what about your mortgage?
How Do I Dispose of Chip Credit Cards?
Stacy Johnson on December 30, 2019
Destroying unused credit cards used to be easy — you just cut them up. But with today’s chip cards, is that enough?
8 Things Rich People Buy That Make Them Look Dumb
Stacy Johnson on December 23, 2019
What’s worse than wasting money? Spending it on things that make you look silly.
Should I Use Savings to Pay Off My Mortgage?
Stacy Johnson on December 23, 2019
Which is better: Money in the bank, or a debt-free home? It depends.
Buyer Beware: Return Deadlines Are Shrinking
Stacy Johnson on December 16, 2019
A new survey reveals that some retailers have in effect made returns more challenging.
Where Can I Find Lost Money?
Stacy Johnson on December 16, 2019
There are millions of dollars in missing money out there. Is any of it yours?
How to Get the Best Possible Deal on Car Insurance
Stacy Johnson on December 14, 2019
This is the last article on understanding and shopping for car insurance that you’ll ever need.
The 10 Most Common Misconceptions About Money
Stacy Johnson on December 13, 2019
Getting older definitely isn’t making me better-looking, but at least it’s making me wiser. Here’s what I’ve learned about money that you should too.
2-Minute Money Manager: How Hard Is It to Sell Your Own Home?
Stacy Johnson on December 9, 2019
Selling houses isn’t brain surgery: Can a DIY approach save you big bucks?
2-Minute Money Manager: Why Did My Credit Score Drop After Paying Off Debt?
Stacy Johnson on December 2, 2019
Sometimes credit scores aren’t logical. This is one of those times.
2-Minute Money Manager: What Are Negative Interest Rates?
Stacy Johnson on November 25, 2019
Imagine the bank paying you to borrow and charging you to save. Welcome to the wacky world of negative rates.
2-Minute Money Manager: No One Will Give Me a Credit Card — Any Suggestions?
Stacy Johnson on November 18, 2019
Rebuilding credit after a bankruptcy isn’t easy, but it is simple.
2-Minute Money Manager: I’m 55 and Have No Retirement Savings — What Should I Do?
Stacy Johnson on November 17, 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.
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