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Money in a Minute: Headlines for April 1, 2011
Michael Koretzky on April 1, 2011
In today’s news: The Dow Jones does its best of the millennium, there’s a double shot of good economic news, not-so-good news in home sales, meat is costing more, and healthcare costs for seniors may be dropping soon.
5 Money Tips for Women
B.T. Ballenger on March 23, 2011
Continuing our series of stories for Women’s History Month, we’ve got some money advice tailored for female figures.
Money in a Minute: Headlines for March 16, 2011
B.T. Ballenger on March 17, 2011
In today’s news: The working class worries about retirement, the rich worry about being rich enough, the glass-half-full version of the earthquake’s economic impact is “net positive,” tax rules are confusing people, and rental rates are up.
Shattering 5 Myths About Women and Money
B.T. Ballenger on March 11, 2011
When it comes to money, our society fosters a lot of silly stereotypes. One successful businesswoman helps us dismantle some of them.
Money in a Minute: Headlines for Feb. 24, 2011
Michael Koretzky on February 24, 2011
In today’s headlines: The government may be heading for a shutdown and gas may be heading to $5 a gallon, but consumer confidence is high and retirement savings are growing.
Vacation Home Rentals: 17 Tips to Save on Your Next Trip
Karla Bowsher on February 15, 2011
At a hotel, you pay for every amenity. At a vacation home rental, they’re included in the package, which is just one reason they’re a cheaper way to get away.
5 Money Lessons from Hosni Mubarak
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 6, 2012
Nobody likes a dictator – but when it comes to managing money, maybe they can teach us a thing or two.
13 Tax Changes for 2010 That Can Save You Money
Stacy Johnson CPA on February 19, 2011
Filing taxes isn’t a lot of fun, but maybe if you find out that you’ve got some cool deductions coming, it will make it easier to start. Here’s a fun look at some of the changes in store for tax year 2010.
Ask Stacy: I’d Like to Invest… Should I?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
The stock market might be a great way to make more than the measly interest paid by bank savings accounts – but it’s definitely not the right place for everyone.
5 Reasons Online Calculators Don’t Add up
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 6, 2012
I’m a CPA, so I understand the attraction of using a calculator to arrive at a correct conclusion. But the plethora of online calculators these days is doing more to cause confusion than clear it up.
Money in a Minute: Today’s Top Headlines From the World of Money
Michael Koretzky on May 7, 2020
More jobs are disappearing, Social Security is evaporating, and minivans are being recalled. But there’s also good news today – about car loans, smart phones, and football.
3 Places to Put Money Now
Stacy Johnson CPA on February 19, 2011
If you think the economy is on the mend, put some money where your mind is: This time next year, you might be happy you did.
Resolutions 2011 – 5 Steps to Saving More This Year
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 17, 2011
You begin every year by resolving to save more, but it never seems to happen. Why? Because you’re skipping at least one of these steps.
Take Five – A Roundup of Reads from Around the Web
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 13, 2011
A new feature here at Money Talks: a look at five interesting personal finance posts from other bloggers around the web.
30 Things Babies Born in 2011 Will Never Know
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 29, 2010
If you think the world hasn’t changed in the last 10 years, then you’ve been living in a cave. Technology has changed the way we work, relax and communicate. Here are some things that are part of your life that won’t be recognized by the next generation.
New Year’s Resolutions 2011: Richer or Skinnier?
Michael Koretzky on November 7, 2012
Next month, nearly half of all Americans say they’ll make resolutions to get both financially and physically fit – but most expect to fail at one of them.
The 10 Worst Places You Can Retire
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 11, 2010
Lists of “10 Best” or “10 Worst” places to live are often nothing more than thinly veiled attempts at media attention. That being said, like a car wreck, it’s kind of hard not to look.
10 Tips to Find Long-Term Care Insurance
Michael Koretzky on November 13, 2010
With the economy in the tank, most us are too focused on our short-term goals to think about long-term care. But the sooner you do, the more you’ll save.
5 REAL Tips for Working from Home
Michael Koretzky on April 29, 2011
During this stubborn recession, more and more folks are being forced to work at home, and more and more websites are doling out ridiculous advice about how to do it. I’ve been working from home for 13 years – here are 5 important things I’ve never seen online.
Question: How Do I Invest My Kid’s 529 College Savings Plan?
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 7, 2012
Whether you’re investing for retirement, college, or just for fun, the way to succeed is not to over-reach. You’ve heard the expression: bulls make money, bears make money and pigs get slaughtered.
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