Let’s kick off the week with some fresh listener questions we have lined up for you! And don’t just stand on the sidelines- if you have a question you’d like us to answer, toss your voice memo our way. It only takes about 90 seconds to record and you can find a step by step guide over at HowToMoney.com/ask . Regardless of how random or bizarre you might think it is, we want to hear it!
- How do I calculate whether it’s worth it to jump back into the work force?
- Should I take out a HELOC on my home in order to pay off other debts?
- Doesn’t it make sense to take Social Security early, even if the payout is smaller?
- Is the free life insurance offered to me through my local credit union legit?
- Can I utilize a “goodwill letter” in order to ask my student loan service to remove a late payment?
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