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College Savings: How Much Is Enough?
Maryalene LaPonsie on December 29, 2014
Everyone tells you to start a college fund for your kids, but how much should you put in it? Here’s how to find the right amount.
10 Smart Year-End Money Moves You Can Make During Commercial Breaks
Maryalene LaPonsie on December 26, 2014
Making smart year-end money moves doesn’t require a lot of time. In fact, you can give yourself a year-end review and makeover during commercial breaks while you’re watching TV.
Poor Self-Control in Kids Linked to Low Credit Scores, Heart Disease Later in Life
Bob Sullivan on April 30, 2020
Researchers looked for signs that credit behavior and health are linked and found a connection in the study subjects that could be detected by age 10. Here’s what you can take away from that.
Now You Can Create a Personalized List of the Best Places to Retire
Krystal Steinmetz on December 23, 2014
A new interactive map by Zillow helps you find the perfect place to retire, depending on your personal preferences.
Nearly 1 in 5 Americans Say They’ll Die in Debt
Krystal Steinmetz on December 17, 2014
A new survey reveals that 18 percent of Americans think they’ll be saddled with debt for the rest of their lives.
8 Things You Need to Know Before Inviting Your Parents to Move in With You
Marilyn Lewis on December 15, 2014
Sharing your home with older family members may cut costs and make caregiving simpler, but it isn’t for everyone. Here are eight things to consider.
Ask Stacy: How Safe Are Budgeting Sites Like Mint and PowerWallet?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
Online budgeting sites Mint and PowerWallet require that you enter your most personal financial information, including bank user names and passwords. Can these sites be trusted?
Should You Have Disability Insurance?
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 9, 2014
If you get sick, hopefully you have health insurance to pay your medical bills. But if you can’t work, what’s going to replace your income?
Don’t Retire Abroad Until You Can Answer These 7 Questions
Marilyn Lewis on November 26, 2019
Retiring overseas sounds like a wonderful adventure, but there are requirements and complications that you need to consider first.
What You Need to Know to Score a Year’s Worth of Gifts at Rock-Bottom Prices
Donna Freedman on November 26, 2014
Starting tomorrow, smart shoppers will be getting some hot holiday deals. But the smartest shoppers will be building a “gift closet” that will see them through just about any occasion, all year long.
11 Signs You’re On the Brink of a Financial Meltdown
Allison Martin on November 25, 2014
Are you a short distance from financial self-destruction? Here’s how to tell — and the steps to take to turn it around.
The Restless Project: Were Your Student Loans Worth It?
Bob Sullivan on November 14, 2014
Do you regret going to college? Was your college experience worth it? What would you do differently? Share your thoughts.
Should You Use Your Savings to Pay Off Debt?
Krystal Steinmetz on November 10, 2014
We can help you figure out what might make the most sense for you and your money.
Hot New Baby Boomer Trend: Living Life Like ‘The Golden Girls’
Marilyn Lewis on November 10, 2014
Something’s got to give for aging baby boomers who are alone and don’t have the financial resources to live well on their own. Fortunately, the solution can be fun.
‘No-Spend November’ Can Help You Find Leaks in Your Budget
Bob Sullivan on November 7, 2014
Nicole DiVito took a November no-spending challenge. How did she do?
Skipping Vacation Won’t Get You a Bonus or Raise, Study Finds
Guest Blogger on November 5, 2014
A new study shows that workers who leave a lot of unused vacation time on the table are less likely to get a raise or bonus than those who take time off.
Could Student Loans Cost You Your Social Security Benefits?
Guest Blogger on October 15, 2014
Social Security garnishment for student loans isn’t unheard of, but you may be able to reduce the amount taken out of your check.
You May Want to Retire in One of These States
Krystal Steinmetz on September 30, 2014
Kiplinger explains which states are the most tax-friendly to retirees and which are the least tax-friendly.
Why Pension Advances Are a Really Bad Idea
Marilyn Lewis on September 24, 2014
There are cheaper, safer ways out of a financial crisis than selling access to your pension.
New Fed Report: The Rich Are Thriving, and Everyone Else Has Fallen Behind
Marilyn Lewis on September 22, 2014
A new comprehensive report by the Federal Reserve finds that most Americans’ incomes have fallen since 2010, and the recovery hasn’t brought them back.
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