Liz Weston
Liz Weston, Certified Financial Planner, is a personal finance columnist for the Los Angeles Times and NerdWallet. Questions may be sent to her at 3940 Laurel Canyon, No. 238, Studio City, CA 91604, or by using the “Contact” form at asklizweston.com.
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Money saved in a 529 plan can be used for many expenses associated with studying outside the U.S. But not all of them.
March 17, 2024
Failing to take required minimum distributions from retirement accounts can bring a hefty penalty from the IRS. But it can be reduced.
March 10, 2024
If you pay bills on time and use a small portion of available credit, you can have lots of cards and great scores. Here’s what to consider when closing cards.
March 3, 2024
Custodial accounts can hurt need-based financial aid but won’t affect the merit aid that many colleges use to attract wealthier students.
Feb. 25, 2024
Although the idea of giving property while you’re still alive might seem attractive, you also might be passing along some tax problems.
Feb. 18, 2024
Mom is still alive but there’s a husband and an ex to contend with. This heir is advised to get involved in advance with her mother’s estate planning.
Feb. 11, 2024
Here is a primer on the confusing world of tax-advantaged retirement accounts.
Feb. 4, 2024
A 529 college savings plan with money unspent now has a new potential purpose: to fund a Roth IRA for the original beneficiary. There are restrictions.
Jan. 28, 2024
Income tax returns can be prepared by either a CPA or an enrolled agent. But an enrolled agent specializes in taxes.
Jan. 21, 2024
There are a number of variables involved, including whether you live in a community property state such as California.
Jan. 14, 2024