Lou Carlozo
Lou Carlozo
Freelance writerLou Carlozo is a freelance contributor to Moneywise.
Lou Carlozo is the editor and publisher of the business journalism website Talking Biz News. The creator-host of the financial services podcast “Bankadelic,” Lou spent 16 years at the Chicago Tribune as a weekly syndicated columnist, editor and writing coach. He is also a Pulitzer Prize finalist and Polk Award winner (team reporting) for his work on the Tribune’s “Killing Our Children” series. His work has appeared in media outlets worldwide. A music producer and studio musician, he recently released an album of songs with lyrics by William Shakespeare. A resident of Chicago, Lou is married, has two children and a corgi who can’t resist pizza.
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Managing Money • Dec 08
This simple 'cash flow' formula can help kick your wealth into high gear. Here's how to use it to build riches in 2026
This could be your chance to make a splash with your finances in the new year.
Managing Money • Dec 08
This simple 'cash flow' formula can help kick your wealth into high gear. Here's how to use it to build riches in 2026
This could be your chance to make a splash with your finances in the new year.
Life • Jul 09
Americans' wealth and status can be measured by these 4 factors — where do you fit on the ladder in 2025?
We all secretly want to know where we fit on the ladder of success.
Life • Jul 09
Americans' wealth and status can be measured by these 4 factors — where do you fit on the ladder in 2025?
We all secretly want to know where we fit on the ladder of success.
Retirement • Jun 30
These 4 common retirement hardships could sneak up and smack you in the first 6 months after you quit work
And they all have little to nothing to do with finances.
Retirement • Jun 30
These 4 common retirement hardships could sneak up and smack you in the first 6 months after you quit work
And they all have little to nothing to do with finances.
Real Estate • Jan 29
What to know about selling 'stigmatized property'
It can lead to a sticky situation in some areas if you don't disclose it.
Real Estate • Jan 29
What to know about selling 'stigmatized property'
It can lead to a sticky situation in some areas if you don't disclose it.
Life • Jan 16
4 key things that determine your wealth
See how your wealth and status stacks up against Codie Sanchez's checklist.
Life • Jan 16
4 key things that determine your wealth
See how your wealth and status stacks up against Codie Sanchez's checklist.
Insurance • Jan 06
Pro cyclist’s $250K health insurance nightmare
A new YouTube video details one athlete’s head-on crash with inflated hospital prices and cunning insurance company tactics.
Insurance • Jan 06
Pro cyclist’s $250K health insurance nightmare
A new YouTube video details one athlete’s head-on crash with inflated hospital prices and cunning insurance company tactics.
Managing Money • Jan 04
Follow this formula to build wealth in 2025
Want to build wealth in 2025? Here’s a formula you can follow, and it’s easy to calculate.
Managing Money • Jan 04
Follow this formula to build wealth in 2025
Want to build wealth in 2025? Here’s a formula you can follow, and it’s easy to calculate.
Retirement • Jan 03
DC senior tricked into draining her 401(k)
She's living through every senior's worst financial nightmare.
Retirement • Jan 03
DC senior tricked into draining her 401(k)
She's living through every senior's worst financial nightmare.
Retirement • Dec 30
Overpaid by Social Security? Don’t panic
The thought of engaging with the Social Security bureaucracy can be frightening.
Retirement • Dec 30
Overpaid by Social Security? Don’t panic
The thought of engaging with the Social Security bureaucracy can be frightening.
Real Estate • Dec 29
5 Sun Belt housing markets to watch in 2025
Opportunities shine in Texas, Florida and Tennessee, according to a new report.
Real Estate • Dec 29
5 Sun Belt housing markets to watch in 2025
Opportunities shine in Texas, Florida and Tennessee, according to a new report.
Real Estate • Dec 28
How Michael Bloomberg mastered real estate
The former New York City mayor has three important lessons to teach real estate hopefuls.
Real Estate • Dec 28
How Michael Bloomberg mastered real estate
The former New York City mayor has three important lessons to teach real estate hopefuls.
Retirement • Dec 12
Struggling seniors react to 'tiny' COLA bump
Though it stands for ‘cost-of-living adjustment,’ COLA has its ups and downs relative to inflation.
Retirement • Dec 12
Struggling seniors react to 'tiny' COLA bump
Though it stands for ‘cost-of-living adjustment,’ COLA has its ups and downs relative to inflation.
Managing Money • Dec 12
4 possible money moves for retirees in their 50s
Find yourself in this retirement limbo period? Here's what you can do.
Managing Money • Dec 12
4 possible money moves for retirees in their 50s
Find yourself in this retirement limbo period? Here's what you can do.
Taxes • Dec 10
Tax implications of a 401(k) withdrawal
The financial consequences can be temporary — depending on your subsequent withdrawals.
Taxes • Dec 10
Tax implications of a 401(k) withdrawal
The financial consequences can be temporary — depending on your subsequent withdrawals.
Retirement • Dec 09
Retirement ‘euphoria’ waning? 5 ways to stay happy
Spending your way to joy usually doesn't work.
Retirement • Dec 09
Retirement ‘euphoria’ waning? 5 ways to stay happy
Spending your way to joy usually doesn't work.
Taxes • Dec 06
Bill Gates says he'd 'take away' 62% of his worth
Would other ultra-wealthy Americans be willing to give up as much?
Taxes • Dec 06
Bill Gates says he'd 'take away' 62% of his worth
Would other ultra-wealthy Americans be willing to give up as much?
Taxes • Nov 28
Illinois woman won $1M: How would you spend it?
The odds are 1 in 1.22 million, but the scenario deserves thought.
Taxes • Nov 28
Illinois woman won $1M: How would you spend it?
The odds are 1 in 1.22 million, but the scenario deserves thought.
Managing Money • Nov 25
Credit card debt is rising among retirees
Many in their golden years are finding themselves in a tough spot.
Managing Money • Nov 25
Credit card debt is rising among retirees
Many in their golden years are finding themselves in a tough spot.
Real Estate • Nov 25
Why buying a home is harder than ever in the US
Though the numbers may discourage hopeful homeowners, affordability is still possible if you know how to strategize.
Real Estate • Nov 25
Why buying a home is harder than ever in the US
Though the numbers may discourage hopeful homeowners, affordability is still possible if you know how to strategize.
Employment • Nov 25
How to bounce back after a job loss in your 50s
Get your finances straight and win the employment game.
Employment • Nov 25
How to bounce back after a job loss in your 50s
Get your finances straight and win the employment game.
Investing • Nov 22
5 lifestyle habits that can make you rich
One man's path to becoming wealthy in his 30s.
Investing • Nov 22
5 lifestyle habits that can make you rich
One man's path to becoming wealthy in his 30s.
Life • Nov 21
5 habits that helped this YouTuber get rich
One man's path to becoming wealthy in his 30s.
Life • Nov 21
5 habits that helped this YouTuber get rich
One man's path to becoming wealthy in his 30s.
Retirement • Nov 20
Should I push my dad to spend in retirement?
It's either a case of "bah humbug" or "boomer habits."
Retirement • Nov 20
Should I push my dad to spend in retirement?
It's either a case of "bah humbug" or "boomer habits."
Retirement • Nov 18
How to settle your Social Security overpayment
The SSA makes an estimated $9 billion in improper payments annually.
Retirement • Nov 18
How to settle your Social Security overpayment
The SSA makes an estimated $9 billion in improper payments annually.
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