2 Minute Money Manager

Which Is Better: A Home Equity Loan or Life or Credit?

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 09:00:00 +0000

So you need some money. Which is better a home equity loan or a home equity line of credit?

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Is Cheap Sunscreen Good Enough?

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 09:00:00 +0000

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Sunscreen - How cheap can you go for sun protection?

Consumer Report on Sunscreen

MoneyTalksNews Sunscreen Report

How Can I Lower My Medical Costs?

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 09:00:00 +0000

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Rapid fire list of 18 ways to lower your medical costs.

Should I Take Social Security Now and Invest It, or Wait Until I'm 70?

Fri, 29 May 2020 09:00:00 +0000

Social security is one of our number one asked topics. Here's another helpful tidbit.

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Am I Eligible for a Health Savings Account?

Fri, 22 May 2020 09:00:00 +0000

What you should know about getting a Health Savings Account.

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Will I Have to Pay Income Tax on an Inherited House?

Sun, 10 May 2020 09:00:00 +0000

A loved one passes away and you're given a property. Do you now owe uncle sam and big fat check?

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How Can We Know We Have Enough to Retire?

Sun, 03 May 2020 09:00:00 +0000

If you're approaching retirement, here are two simple steps to figure out if you'll have enough.

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How Will a Car Repossession Affect My Credit?

Sun, 19 Apr 2020 09:00:00 +0000

How car repossession affects your credit score and what to do about it.

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What's the Difference Between FICO and VantageScore Credit Scores?

Sun, 05 Apr 2020 09:00:00 +0000

Stacy Johnson answers today's question about credit scores; specifically, the difference between two popular scores, FICO and VantageScore.

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How Does an Umbrella Insurance Policy Work?

Sun, 29 Mar 2020 09:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about umbrella insurance; specifically, what it is and who needs it.

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I'm a Retiree. Should I Rent or Own My Home?

Sun, 22 Mar 2020 09:00:00 +0000

Today's viewer question is about whether you should rent or own your home after you retire.

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How Do You Know When It's Time to Buy Stocks?

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 16:29:14 +0000

Today's question is about investing; specifically, after a market downturn, how to know when it's time to buy stocks.

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Inheriting an IRA? Here's What You Need to Know

Sun, 15 Mar 2020 09:00:00 +0000

Today's question: "What happens to my parents' IRA after they pass if I was to inherit it?"

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Should We Get a 0% Credit Card to Pay Down Debt?

Sun, 08 Mar 2020 09:00:00 +0000

Stacy johnson answers today's question: Should we pay down debt by using zero-interest credit cards; plastic that offers a 0% introductory rate for six to 18 months?

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Should I Buy a Home in a 55 Plus Community?

Sun, 01 Mar 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Stacy Johnson answers today's question; Should I buy a home in a 55 plus community?

What's the Best Way to Borrow From Friends and Family?

Sun, 23 Feb 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Stacy Johnson answers today's question; specifically, how to properly borrow from friends and family.

Will My Social Security Get Taxed?

Sun, 16 Feb 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Stacy Johnson answers today's question about Social Security; specifically, how to know if you can expect to pay taxes on your Social Security and, if so, how much?

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Which is Better: Term Life Insurance or Whole Life Insurance?

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about insurance; specifically, whether it's better to buy term insurance or whole life.

Are Credit Unions a Good Place to Get a Mortgage?

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about borrowing to buy a house; specifically, whether a credit union is a good source for mortgage money.

Should I Pay Off All My Debts Before Investing?

Sun, 05 Jan 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about debt; specifically, whether it's better to pay off all your debt before you begin investing.

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Where Can I Find Lost Money?

Sun, 15 Dec 2019 10:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about finding lost money; specifically, how to find a retirement account from 17 years ago.

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How Hard Is It to Sell Your Own Home?

Sun, 08 Dec 2019 10:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about real estate; specifically, whether it's possible for an average person to sell their own home.

Why Did My Credit Score Drop After Paying Off Debt?

Sun, 01 Dec 2019 10:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about credit scores; specifically, why instead of rising, your score sometimes can actually drop after paying down debt.

What Are Negative Interest Rates?

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about interest rates; specifically, an explanation of negative rates and how they affect savers.

No One Will Give Me a Credit Card. Suggestions?

Sun, 17 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about credit cards; specifically, what to do when you can't get one because of bad credit.

I'm 55 and Have No Retirement Savings. What Should I Do?

Sun, 10 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about building up retirement savings; specifically, what to do when retirement is near and you've got nearly nothing saved.

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Should I Pay an Old, Charged Off Loan?

Sun, 03 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0000

Your loan has been forgiven or written off by the lender, should you still pay it off?

How Do I Choose an Executor for My Will?

Sun, 27 Oct 2019 09:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about wills; specifically, how to pick an executor for your estate.

Should I Pay Off My Mortgage Before Retirement?

Sun, 20 Oct 2019 09:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about mortgages; specifically, whether you should pay off your mortgage before you retire.

Will Signing Up for Lots of Credit Cards Hurt My Credit?

Sun, 29 Sep 2019 09:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about credit cards and credit scores; specifically, whether having lots of credit cards will damage your score.

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Should I Save for Retirement or My Kid’s Education?

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 09:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about saving; specifically, whether it's better to save for your kid's education or your own retirement.

Should We Take Social Security at 62, 66 or 70?

Sun, 15 Sep 2019 09:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about Social Security; specifically, whether you should take Social Security as early as possible (62,) as late as possible (70,) or somewhere in between?

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Should I Prepay My Funeral?

Sun, 08 Sep 2019 09:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about funerals; specifically, whether you should prepay your funeral expenses. It's a topic I've covered many times over the years and has both pros and cons.

Do I Really Need a Will

Sun, 01 Sep 2019 09:00:00 +0000

While most experts insist that everyone needs a will, that's not necessarily true. Here's how to determine whether you need to do a little estate planning.

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Will Social Security Be There When I Need It?

Sun, 25 Aug 2019 09:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about Social Security; specifically, whether America's retirement plan will still be around when those now in their 30s and 40s reach retirement age.

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How Can I Find Money to Save for Retirement?

Sun, 18 Aug 2019 09:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about retirement; specifically, how to put aside money for retirement if you're barely making ends meet as it is.

What Is Good Debt?

Sun, 11 Aug 2019 04:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about debt; specifically, whether there's any such thing as "good" debt, as in debt that doesn't hurt your ability to achieve your financial goals.

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5 Reasons I'm (Partially) Dumping Stocks Now

Sun, 04 Aug 2019 09:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about stocks; specifically, whether it's a good idea to take profits when you think the market might drop.

The FIRE Movement Is a Dumb Idea

Sun, 28 Jul 2019 09:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about early retirement; specifically, whether the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement is worth joining.

Are ETFs Good Investments?

Sun, 21 Jul 2019 09:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about investing in exchange-traded funds, also known as ETFs. ETFs have become one of the most popular ways to invest in stocks, bonds, and other securities, attracting many billions of investor dollars. And there's a good reason why: They allow small investors to put money in the markets easily and inexpensively.

How Can I Get Tax Free Income?

Sun, 14 Jul 2019 09:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about income; specifically, how to get income without having to pay those pesky income taxes that so often come with it.

How To Start Your Very Own Investment Scam

Sun, 30 Jun 2019 10:00:00 +0000

Instead of telling you about investment scams. Stacy tells you how to create your own. Rip-off your fellow citizens, no experience, knowledge or common decency required.

Does Carrying a Credit Card Balance Help Your Credit Score?

Sun, 30 Jun 2019 10:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about credit; specifically, whether we need to carry a balance on our credit cards to maintain a healthy credit score.

Do I Need an RFID Blocking Sleeve?

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 16:09:35 +0000

Today's question is about protecting your credit cards; specifically, whether you should use a special sleeve or wallet to keep your plastic from being electronically stolen.

Should I Get a Debt Consolidation Loan?

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 15:58:01 +0000

One way to get ahead of debt is to borrow in the form of a debt consolidation loan. But before you go down this road, there's something you need to do first.

Should I Pay a Fee to Win a Prize?

Sun, 16 Jun 2019 09:00:00 +0000

Are there any legitimate contests or prizes that require money upfront?

Can I Freeze My Property Taxes?

Sun, 09 Jun 2019 09:00:00 +0000

Today's question is about property taxes; specifically, if there's a way to freeze your taxes to keep them from going up, especially if you're a senior.

Should I Sell My House While Prices Are High?

Wed, 15 May 2019 18:42:47 +0000

A reader wants to know if they should sell their house after it increased significantly in value.

My House is a Money Pit. What Should I Do?

Thu, 09 May 2019 18:41:13 +0000

A reader wants to know what to do after their new house turned into a money pit.

How Do I Get Rid of My Chip Credit Cards?

Wed, 24 Apr 2019 18:39:49 +0000

A reader wants to know how to safely dispose of chipped credit cards without compromising their personal information.

Is "Federal Rent Checks" a Legit Program?

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 18:38:08 +0000

A reader wants to know if the ads they've been seeing for "federal rent checks" are legitimate.

Can I Save on Taxes by Gifting?

Mon, 22 Apr 2019 18:35:06 +0000

A reader wants to know if gifting money to others will reduce their federal income taxes.