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How to Save on Homeowners Insurance: Boost Your Deductible
insurance Boost your home-insurance deductible and you’ll not only reduce your premiums but also avoid filing small claims that could cause a rate hike.
By Kimberly Lankford Last updated
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Four Tax-Friendly Ways to Pay for Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance Use these four tax-friendly ways to pay for your long-term care premiums.
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Say No to Co-Signing
credit & debt Helping someone get a loan or lease by being a co-signer can affect your credit score and your ability to borrow money.
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Credit Report Error? They All Matter
credit & debt Don't dismiss a minor error. It could be the sign of something more serious.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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Insurance for a Learning Driver
insurance Adding a teen driver to your plan will raise premiums, but there are things you can do to help reduce them.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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Getting Out of an RMD Penalty
retirement When your brokerage firm miscalculates your required minimum distributions, you have recourse.
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529 Plans Aren’t Just for Kids
529 Plans You don’t have to be college-age to use the money tax-free, but there are stipulations.
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When to Transfer Ownership of a Custodial Account
savings Before your child turns 18, you should check with your broker about the account's age of majority and termination.
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Borrowers Get More Time to Repay 401(k) Loans
retirement If you leave your job while you have an outstanding 401(k) loan, Uncle Sam now gives you extra time to repay it -- thanks to the new tax law.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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