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Ask Stacy: Why Can’t I Get My Free Credit Report?

on January 31, 2018

A certain number of people will believe whatever you say on TV, providing you say it often enough. Example? “FreeCreditReport.com”

Ask Stacy: Should I Refinance My Mortgage?

on January 31, 2018

While deciding whether to refinance your mortgage may seem mysterious, when you boil it down, it’s just simple math.

Ask Stacy: Do I Have Too Many Credit Cards?

on January 31, 2018

Reader question: I’ve got 10 credit cards, most with zero balances. I’d like to close some – but won’t that hurt my credit score?

Ask Stacy: Should I Shun Stocks and Buy Bonds?

on January 31, 2018

Having no money in these volatile economic times is stressful – but so is having some money and not knowing where to invest it.

Ask Stacy: Why Do Good Borrowers Get Punished?

on January 31, 2018

Sheila makes all her mortgage payments, but nobody will allow her to refinance her underwater mortgage. How come there’s no help for people who do the right thing?

Ask Stacy: Should I Apply for a Credit Card to Get a Store Discount?

on January 31, 2018

This reader wants to know if applying for a credit card to get a store discount is a good idea. The answer? That depends. There are 3 reasons you shouldn’t apply for store credit cards – and 3 you should.

Ask Stacy: My Wife Ran Up My Credit Cards Without Telling Me

on January 31, 2018

My wife ran up my credit cards behind my back – now we’ve got debts we can’t pay. What should I do?

Ask Stacy: Is All That Glitters Golden?

on January 31, 2018

This week we have some questions about whether to invest in gold, grills or dishwashers.

Are We About to Pay a 1% National Sales Tax?

on January 31, 2018

Is there a law pending in Congress that would require paying a 1% sales tax on all transactions? Technically, yes.

Ask Stacy: Last Lessons for My College Kid?

on January 31, 2018

This week we look at a question regarding a soon-to-be graduating student and the potential expiration of the so-called Bush tax cuts.

Ask Stacy: What To Do With a Windfall?

on January 31, 2018

Question: I just inherited from a relative. What should I do with the money?

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