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Recent writings from "The Color of Money" column in the Wednesday and Sunday Business sections.
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If you still have money to give to any charity, make sure you give it wisely
...deduct your gift. If you can still afford to give, take the time to make sure your money goes to a good cause. Michelle Singletary is a columnist for The Washington Post. She can be reached at singletarym@washpost.com. (Page G5, 477 words)By: Michelle Singletary|Date: Nov 22, 2009
On my list: an improved gift card
...would have to be given clear and conspicuous disclosures about the fees. Additionally, issuers would be prohibited from offering cards that expire in less than five years. Michelle Singletary writes The Color of Money for The Washington Post. (Page B7, 547 words)By: Michelle Singletary|Date: Nov 19, 2009
Long overdue, new rules should help consumers avoid bite of overdraft fees
...Responsible Lending. The nonprofit said banks and credit unions collected nearly $24 billion in such fees in 2008. Michelle Singletary is a columnist for The Washington Post. She can be reached at singletarym@washpost.com. (Page G5, 427 words)By: Michelle Singletary|Date: Nov 15, 2009
Congress whiffs on tax credit
...the credit, I can’t fault you for claiming it. But too bad we can’t send members of Congress to bed without their supper for this financial mischief. Michelle Singletary writes The Color of Money for The Washington Post. (Page B7, 593 words)By: Michelle Singletary|Date: Nov 12, 2009
FTC settlement emphasizes the need to be careful when wiring money
...money transfer forms. The safest action: Don’t wire money to someone you don’t know. Michelle Singletary is a columnist for The Washington Post. She can be reached at singletarym@washpost.com. (Page G3, 468 words)By: Michelle Singletary|Date: Nov 8, 2009
Do parents get a say on finances?
...children should always be your business. I know I’ll be advising my children about financial issues even when it moves from my full-time to part-time job. Michelle Singletary writes The Color of Money for The Washington Post. (Page B5, 672 words)By: Michelle Singletary|Date: Nov 5, 2009
Don’t get fooled again: freecreditreport.com aims to make you spend money
...website without having to go through a gauntlet of sales pitches. If you’re with me, let the FTC know. Michelle Singletary is a columnist for The Washington Post. She can be reached at singletarym@washpost.com. (Page B11, 477 words)By: Michelle Singletary|Date: Nov 3, 2009
Translating the language of money for multigenerational Hispanic families
...You must speak the language of money to understand how to use it to your own advantage.’’ Michelle Singletary is a columnist for The Washington Post. She can be reached at singletarym@washpost.com. (Page G5, 465 words)By: Michelle Singletary|Date: Nov 1, 2009
Bill collectors need reining in
...constitutes proof. It’s time to rectify this gaping loophole that should have been fixed long ago. Michelle Singletary is a columnist for The Washington Post. She can be reached at singletarym@washpost.com. (Page B7, 633 words)By: Michelle Singletary|Date: Oct 29, 2009
Choosing federal over private loans can help keep student debt in check
...students are borrowing much too much,” said Sandy Baum, senior policy analyst at the College Board.. Michelle Singletary is a columnist for The Washington Post. She can be reached at singletarym@washpost.com. (Page G5, 446 words)By: Michelle Singletary|Date: Oct 25, 2009
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