Compounding Your Way to Retirement
Mellody Hobson talks about the power of compounding on today’s “Money Mondays” segment. I’m sure TJMS listeners know about the power of compounding. It’s how…
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Color of Money: Procrastination Has Its Price
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service has good news for some taxpayers. First, if you didn’t file your tax return in 2009, you still have…
Lagging Wealth For the Younger Generation
Mellody Hobson talks about young people and wealth on today’s “Money Mondays” segment. I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but the Urban…
Color of Money: Retirement is a Numbers Game
WASHINGTON — Do you know your number? That would be the amount of money you need — including your Social Security and a pension (if…
Don’t Make These Common Mistakes When Filing Your Taxes
The clock is ticking! People have only a few weeks left to get those returns in. But don’t sacrifice accuracy for speed…Many mistakes people make…
Getting a Tax Refund? Here Are Some Smart Ways to Spend It
We’re back to taxes again? Yes, but this is the happy part of taxes: the long-awaited refund check! According to the IRS, the average tax…
When to Claim Social Security
Today Mellody Hobson talks about the right time to claim social security. You can start collecting Social Security anytime from age 62 to 70, but…
Financial Freedom: Will Social Security Be Available For You?
Have you ever read your Social Security statement? Most of my clients say, “No”. Many people simply get it in the mail and stash it in…
Electric Benefits
Mellody Hobson talks about the news that the government is making the switch to electronic payments for Social Security and disability checks. The government is…
How To Stretch Your Grocery Budget
When you go to the grocery store to do some major food shopping, how long is it before you find yourself having to go back…
