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FILE - This undated file photo provided by NerdWallet shows Liz Weston, a columnist for the personal finance website. (NerdWallet via AP, File)
Liz Weston: Financial vital signs to monitor right now

By Liz Weston Of Nerdwallet Jun. 28, 2021 07:06 AM EDT

Editorial Roundup: Illinois

By The Associated Press Apr. 27, 2021 10:32 AM EDT
Chicago Tribune. April 26, 2021. Editorial: The Illinois Exodus continues. We’re losing a congressional seat. Illinois...

How the Joe Biden presidency could impact your money

By Hal M. Bundrick Of Nerdwallet Jan. 20, 2021 06:26 AM EST
As you take a closer look at your financial footing amid the headwinds of a pandemic, it’s an excellent time to examine the possible impact of a Joe Biden...

Passers-by walk past an empty restaurant, left, Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2020, in Boston. The spread of COVID-19 has forced people out of their normal routines and into quarantine. And while the majority of people are struggling rather than saving, some people have been able to stash more money away due to widespread closures. Avoiding restaurants, travel and other out-of-the-house expenses may have helped you accumulate some cash over the last few months. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
If doing less means saving more, try these 5 money moves

By Alana Benson Of Nerdwallet Sep. 07, 2020 10:15 AM EDT

FILE - This undated file photo provided by NerdWallet shows Liz Weston, a columnist for personal finance website NerdWallet.com. When stock markets are rattled by news events, it’s unsettling for any investor — but especially so for those who are retired (or nearly there). The first thing anyone with an investment portfolio should do is make sure it’s properly balanced, taking both income needs and risk tolerance into account. (NerdWallet via AP, File)
Liz Weston: Start thinking bankruptcy now, not later

By Liz Weston Of Nerdwallet May. 04, 2020 06:53 AM EDT

FILE - This undated file photo provided by NerdWallet shows Liz Weston, a columnist for personal finance website NerdWallet.com. When stock markets are rattled by news events, it’s unsettling for any investor — but especially so for those who are retired (or nearly there). The first thing anyone with an investment portfolio should do is make sure it’s properly balanced, taking both income needs and risk tolerance into account. (NerdWallet via AP, File)
Liz Weston: How to raid your retirement funds in a crisis

By Liz Weston Of Nerdwallet Apr. 13, 2020 06:54 AM EDT