Tag: Ask Stacy
Ask Stacy: Should I Invest in ‘Freedom Checks’?
Stacy Johnson on April 13, 2018
Whenever you’re confronted with an investment opportunity, use this simple rule of thumb to separate truth from fiction.
Ask Stacy: How Do I Switch Brokerage Accounts?
Stacy Johnson on April 9, 2018
Moving from one investment company to another is simple — but prepare for an unpleasant surprise.
Ask Stacy: Which Stocks Should I Buy?
Stacy Johnson on April 2, 2018
Wondering which stock would be the best investment? The answer is all around you.
Ask Stacy: Should I Buy Rental Car Insurance?
Stacy Johnson on March 26, 2018
Rental car insurance — also known as “collision damage waiver” and “loss damage waiver” — can often cost as much the car rental. Is it an outrageous upsell or necessary protection?
Ask Stacy: What’s the Best Investment for Kids?
Stacy Johnson on March 16, 2018
When it comes to saving, starting young is the best way to finish rich. Here are the best investments and accounts for kids.
Ask Stacy: Should I Invest in Marijuana Companies?
Stacy Johnson on March 12, 2018
Talk about your smokin’ investments. You can now own a part of companies growing, distributing and selling marijuana. Good idea, or just for dopes?
Ask Stacy: Can I Work While Getting Social Security?
Stacy Johnson on March 9, 2018
There’s nothing wrong with earning a little extra income to supplement those Social Security payments. Or is there?
Ask Stacy: Should I Buy a Used or New Home?
Stacy Johnson on March 7, 2018
A new home usually has relatively few maintenance issues, but it can be costly. A used home might have better landscaping and location. Here’s how to decide which is best is for you.
Ask Stacy: How Can I Find a Better Cellphone Plan?
Stacy Johnson on March 5, 2018
Confused on how to find the right cellphone plan? Following these three simple steps makes it a breeze.
Ask Stacy: How Can I Cut the Cost of Cable?
Stacy Johnson on March 2, 2018
Millions of people find their entertainment elsewhere these days. Should you join them?
Ask Stacy: My Online Purchase Was a Rip-Off — Now What?
Stacy Johnson on February 23, 2018
You order something online and it either doesn’t measure up, or you don’t get it at all. Here’s how to prevent it and what to do when it happens.
Ask Stacy: Interest Rates are Low — What’s a Saver to Do?
Stacy Johnson on February 21, 2018
Interest rates have recently started rising, but they’re still low. Here are some ideas to radically increase your returns without increasing your risk.
Ask Stacy: Should I Buy Stocks or Contribute to a Retirement Plan?
Stacy Johnson on February 14, 2018
Investing in the stock market can be a good idea. So is putting money in your company’s retirement plan. But what if you don’t have enough to do both?
Ask Stacy: Which Is Best — Individual Stocks or Stock Mutual Funds?
Stacy Johnson on February 12, 2018
When it comes to buying stocks, you’ve got choices. Is it better to buy individual company stocks, or to use a mutual fund? The answer: yes.
Ask Stacy: Which Are Best — Banks or Credit Unions?
Stacy Johnson on February 9, 2018
Bank or credit union? There’s a simple answer as to which is best, and there’s a simple reason why.
Ask Stacy: Did the New Tax Law Affect Reverse Mortgages?
Stacy Johnson on February 5, 2018
Reverse mortgages can provide needed financial options for seniors. But will the new tax law change that?
Stock Market Plunges: What Should You Do Now?
Stacy Johnson on February 3, 2018
The stock market just completed the worst week it has suffered in years. Is it time to panic? Money Talks News founder Stacy Johnson offers his take.
Ask Stacy: Are Online Retirement Calculators Reliable?
Stacy Johnson on February 2, 2018
If you want to see whether you’re on track for a comfortable retirement, online calculators can give you the answer. But all too often, the answer’s wrong.
Ask Stacy: Am I Too Old to Buy Stocks?
Stacy Johnson on January 30, 2018
It’s common knowledge that stocks are too risky for seniors. But are they really?
Ask Stacy: Where Can I Earn More on My Savings?
Stacy Johnson on January 29, 2018
Banks are basically paying nothing on savings accounts. What’s a saver to do?
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