personal finance
Joe Biden’s Student Loan Plan: What’s in It for You?
Joe Biden’s Student Loan Plan: What’s in It for You?
The future of student loan debt could look quite a bit different, if President-elect Joe Biden gets his way (and Congress cooperates). From loan forgi…
December 2, 2020
My Student Loan Relief Is Set to Expire, What Now?
My Student Loan Relief Is Set to Expire, What Now?
Millions of student loan borrowers are in for a rude awakening after Dec. 31. The ability to suspend loan payments is coming to an end, so you need to…
December 1, 2020
Where to Invest in 2021
Where to Invest in 2021
Kiplinger Executive Editor Anne Kates joins us to talk about her 2021 outlook for stocks, market sectors, and even some specific stocks. Also, hosts …
December 1, 2020
New Venmo Card Personalizes Rewards
New Venmo Card Personalizes Rewards
The Venmo Visa Credit Card pays you 3% cash back in the category in which you spend the most.
November 30, 2020
Is Your Cash Value Life Insurance Policy Still a Good Fit for You?
Is Your Cash Value Life Insurance Policy Still a Good Fit for You?
Over the years, you could have grown out of it. Or maybe your life insurance policy’s performance didn’t live up to your expectations. In any case, yo…
November 30, 2020
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Bad News for Super Savers
Bad News for Super Savers
Low inflation keeps thresholds on retirement savings plans in check.
November 25, 2020
Tune Up Your Finances for a Better 2021
Tune Up Your Finances for a Better 2021
Resolve to start the New Year prepared for whatever life delivers.
November 25, 2020
How to Safely Socialize (and Work) at Home During the Pandemic
How to Safely Socialize (and Work) at Home During the Pandemic
Tips for transforming your backyard area into a social distancing hang out, as well as creating a work-from-home haven.
November 25, 2020
Which Debt Is ‘Good Debt’ and Which Is ‘Bad Debt’?
Which Debt Is ‘Good Debt’ and Which Is ‘Bad Debt’?
Not all debts are created equal. Some help you get ahead. Others should be avoided at all costs. Here’s how to tell the difference and how to handle y…
November 25, 2020
19 Best Costco Kirkland Signature Products to Buy for the Holidays
19 Best Costco Kirkland Signature Products to Buy for the Holidays
From Costco Kirkland Signature Nuts and other holiday snacks to Costco Kirkland Signature fruitcakes and gift sets, there are a ton of holiday bargain…
November 24, 2020
How Holiday Shopping Happens in a Pandemic
How Holiday Shopping Happens in a Pandemic
Black Friday and Cyber Monday this year will be like never before. DealNews analyst Julie Ramhold joins us to talk about how to navigate sale season. …
November 24, 2020
Growing the Family Business
Growing the Family Business
This Alabama farmer navigates the uncertainties of tariffs, COVID and unpredictable weather.
November 24, 2020
Strategies to Tackle Debt
Strategies to Tackle Debt
Millions of Americans facing furloughs and layoffs turned to credit cards to stay afloat. Here’s how to get out from under burgeoning balances.
November 24, 2020
Find Higher Yields for Your Cash
Find Higher Yields for Your Cash
Interest rates are scraping bottom, but here’s a road map to accounts that will help your money grow.
November 24, 2020
Build a Bond Ladder
Build a Bond Ladder
Exchange-traded funds give a new twist to an old technique to navigate a tricky market and manage cash flow.
November 23, 2020
30 Great Black Friday Deals and Doorbusters for the 2020 Holiday Season
30 Great Black Friday Deals and Doorbusters for the 2020 Holiday Season
We’ve rounded up dozens of bargains from top retailers including Amazon, Costco and Walmart, but you’ll need to act fast.
November 23, 2020
Retirees, Declutter for a Profit
Retirees, Declutter for a Profit
There are a surprising number of online sites to sell your unwanted or little-used items to make some serious side money and downsize your stash.
November 23, 2020
I’m Not a Millionaire, But I Just Gave $250,000 to Morehouse College: Here’s How (and Why)
I’m Not a Millionaire, But I Just Gave $250,000 to Morehouse College: Here’s How (and Why)
You don’t have to be a millionaire to make a generous charitable donation to a cause that means the world to you, just like I did. Here’s the strategy…
November 23, 2020
10 Things to Be Thankful for in 2020
10 Things to Be Thankful for in 2020
The pandemic may have kept us inside and apart, but that doesn't mean there isn't any good to be found in 2020.
November 21, 2020
Louisiana's Sales Tax Holiday for Hurricane and Pandemic Recovery is Underway
Louisiana's Sales Tax Holiday for Hurricane and Pandemic Recovery is Underway
Holiday shoppers can avoid Louisiana sales tax on purchases of most items during the state's newest tax-free period.
November 20, 2020
Holiday Return Policies at 32 Leading Retailers
Holiday Return Policies at 32 Leading Retailers
Many retailers -- including Amazon, Macy's and Target -- have altered their return policies to reflect the extended 2020 holiday shopping season.
November 19, 2020
47 Stores That Won’t Be Open on Thanksgiving Day, 2020
47 Stores That Won’t Be Open on Thanksgiving Day, 2020
Is Target open on Thanksgiving? Is Walmart open on Thanksgiving? What about Best Buy, Costco and others? We’re tracking dozens of major retailers that…
November 19, 2020
How to Automate Your Savings in 6 Easy Steps
How to Automate Your Savings in 6 Easy Steps
Take advantage of technology to make building your savings and investing it a seamless – and pain-free – process.
November 19, 2020
Be a Budgeting Expert: How to Track Spending with a Detailed Budget
Be a Budgeting Expert: How to Track Spending with a Detailed Budget
Want to go beyond the Envelope Budget? Try this free budgeting spreadsheet to draw up your own plan and get a firm grip on where your money is going. …
November 19, 2020
The Envelope Budget: How to Make It Work for You
The Envelope Budget: How to Make It Work for You
An oldie but goodie, the envelope budget is a great place to start for beginning budgeters. Here’s how it works.
November 18, 2020