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When pension plans fail, people suffer
Hundreds of workers were left without their retirement safety net. Here’s why you should care about their plight.
Michelle Singletary
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Should you speak up when you see bad money decisions?
When family and friends in your social network lack good financial judgment, do you butt in or stay…
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Diners should tip servers 20%, no matter what
When you don’t tip, it affects the wages of servers.
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When your debt drops — and so does your credit score
It has to do with how your FICO score is calculated. It also isn’t worth stressing over.
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No, you do not have to be in debt to have a good credit score
There is a lot of misinformation about credit scores, but when it’s coming from someone who should know…
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A victory for consumers in the age of Trump
The fight over shutting down the CFPB consumer complaint database is over. It’s staying.
Business
Experience should count as much as a college degree
If we’re being honest, we’ll admit “degree inflation” is contributing to the student-loan crisis.
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Average FICO credit score hits new high
I’ve had a perfect 850 credit score for more than a year.
Business
Here’s how to retire to a rich life as an entrepreneur
Start with your passion, but make sure it’s bankable.
Business
Remember, nothing’s ever free in the credit card business
I’m not impressed with the Apple Card cash-back reward. Here’s why.
Business
Here is Bad Thing No. 358 about student loan debt
What to do when a loan forgiveness program keeps you handcuffed to a job you hate.
Business
Time for a refresher course on restaurant bill etiquette
No, splitting a check is not being cheap. And yes, it’s wrong to shame someone for leaving a…
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The number of 401(k) millionaires reaches record highs
The millionaire next door could very well be a co-worker sitting in the next cubicle.
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What does it mean to ‘max out’ your retirement plan?
Fear can be a powerful motivator to figureout what you don’t know.
Business
Live — and party — within your means
Hey millennials: If you’re hosting a party, your guests don’t pay — even if you’re broke.
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Preventing unwelcome tax surprises
Were you blindsided by your taxes? The IRS has a new withholding tool that will help for next…
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Fraudsters already trying to make a buck off big data breach
The Equifax settlement has already spawned deceptive websites. Be careful, because the scammers are coming for you.
Business
Companies fail to protect their databases from criminals
The Equifax hack: Here’s what’s been offered and what I think consumers should have received.
Business
The nation’s community colleges deserve respect
Let’s stop treating them like the ugly stepsisters of four-year universities.
Business
Slap alerts on all your accounts
I was in church recently taking notes on the sermon with my smartphone when the first alert popped…