Nancy Sarnoff
Nancy Sarnoff
ContributorNancy Sarnoff is a freelance contributor with Moneywise. Previously, she covered commercial and residential real estate for the Houston Chronicle where she also hosted Looped In, a podcast about the region’s growth, development and economy. Her work has been recognized by the National Association of Real Estate Editors and the Society of American Business Editors and Writers.
Nancy Sarnoff was formerly a senior reporter and editor at Moneywise — now she is a freelance contributor. Previously, she covered commercial and residential real estate for the Houston Chronicle where she also hosted Looped In, a podcast about the region’s growth, development and economy. Her work has been recognized by the National Association of Real Estate Editors and the Society of American Business Editors and Writers.
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News • May 23
IRS paid out 2.8 million surprise tax refunds
And even more are on the way, thanks to President Biden's COVID rescue package.
News • May 23
IRS paid out 2.8 million surprise tax refunds
And even more are on the way, thanks to President Biden's COVID rescue package.
Taxes • Jul 12
Where is my amended tax return?
If you filed Form 1040-X to amend your income tax return, here's how to check on its status.
Taxes • Jul 12
Where is my amended tax return?
If you filed Form 1040-X to amend your income tax return, here's how to check on its status.
News • Feb 28
What you can learn from the Zillow pricing fiasco
Don't make the same mistake as Zillow when you try to price a home.
News • Feb 28
What you can learn from the Zillow pricing fiasco
Don't make the same mistake as Zillow when you try to price a home.
Investing • Dec 02
7 safer investments you may have overlooked
For most investors, 2022 has not been for the faint of heart. In 2023, a little safety and stability might be just what your portfolio needs.
Investing • Dec 02
7 safer investments you may have overlooked
For most investors, 2022 has not been for the faint of heart. In 2023, a little safety and stability might be just what your portfolio needs.
News • Sep 22
How the Fed's fight on inflation is going
American borrowers will soon feel a sharp pinch. But will it be a productive pain?
News • Sep 22
How the Fed's fight on inflation is going
American borrowers will soon feel a sharp pinch. But will it be a productive pain?
Retirement • Sep 19
Millennials can't count on Social Security
Long story short: the sooner you act, the easier it'll be.
Retirement • Sep 19
Millennials can't count on Social Security
Long story short: the sooner you act, the easier it'll be.
Real Estate • Sep 15
Should sellers go it alone in a tough market?
But do the time and financial commitments outweigh the savings on agent fees?
Real Estate • Sep 15
Should sellers go it alone in a tough market?
But do the time and financial commitments outweigh the savings on agent fees?
Managing Money • Sep 13
6 key questions a wealth manager will ask before taking you on as a client
You may not yet have billions but money managers still need information to meet your needs.
Managing Money • Sep 13
6 key questions a wealth manager will ask before taking you on as a client
You may not yet have billions but money managers still need information to meet your needs.
Managing Money • Sep 02
Gas prices fall ahead of Labor Day weekend
While gas is forecasted to get even cheaper, the issues that caused the summer's high prices "aren’t completely put to bed".
Managing Money • Sep 02
Gas prices fall ahead of Labor Day weekend
While gas is forecasted to get even cheaper, the issues that caused the summer's high prices "aren’t completely put to bed".
Retirement • Aug 09
Should you prepay your funeral expenses?
The way consumer prices have been rising lately, you might consider planning your funeral so your survivors don’t have to.
Retirement • Aug 09
Should you prepay your funeral expenses?
The way consumer prices have been rising lately, you might consider planning your funeral so your survivors don’t have to.
News • Jul 27
Powell keeps the pressure on with another 'unusually large' rate hike, as US economy 'performing too well' to be in recession
While borrowers will feel the pain, a recent report shows Americans are also starting to feel optimistic that prices will finally come down.
News • Jul 27
Powell keeps the pressure on with another 'unusually large' rate hike, as US economy 'performing too well' to be in recession
While borrowers will feel the pain, a recent report shows Americans are also starting to feel optimistic that prices will finally come down.
Loans • Jul 25
Student loan refinance rates keep on rising
While the days of 3-percent-ish rates are in the past, some borrowers can get close.
Loans • Jul 25
Student loan refinance rates keep on rising
While the days of 3-percent-ish rates are in the past, some borrowers can get close.
News • Jun 15
Fed pulls the biggest rate hike in 30 years
The news may be alarming, but keeping rates low indefinitely would cause a much more costly disaster.
News • Jun 15
Fed pulls the biggest rate hike in 30 years
The news may be alarming, but keeping rates low indefinitely would cause a much more costly disaster.
News • Jun 14
Measuring inflation: CPI vs. PCE
The Consumer Price Index isn’t the only way to measure the rising cost of living.
News • Jun 14
Measuring inflation: CPI vs. PCE
The Consumer Price Index isn’t the only way to measure the rising cost of living.
Investing • Jun 10
How to shield your portfolio from volatility
Here’s what experts say about the future of diversification.
Investing • Jun 10
How to shield your portfolio from volatility
Here’s what experts say about the future of diversification.
Auto • May 23
Why gasoline prices have soared to record highs
The cost of crude oil has been rising ever since it tanked at the start of the pandemic.
Auto • May 23
Why gasoline prices have soared to record highs
The cost of crude oil has been rising ever since it tanked at the start of the pandemic.
News • May 12
What will Biden decide about student loan debt?
Professor: “A large student loan forgiveness program would drive up inflation even faster."
News • May 12
What will Biden decide about student loan debt?
Professor: “A large student loan forgiveness program would drive up inflation even faster."
News • May 04
New interest rate hike more painful than the last
Some economists fear a recession is inevitable and the Fed's response will be too slow.
News • May 04
New interest rate hike more painful than the last
Some economists fear a recession is inevitable and the Fed's response will be too slow.
News • Apr 28
To win in this year’s hot US real estate market, buyers skip inspections and pay over asking
Higher mortgage rates and inflation haven’t slowed competition much. Here's how far bidders are going.
News • Apr 28
To win in this year’s hot US real estate market, buyers skip inspections and pay over asking
Higher mortgage rates and inflation haven’t slowed competition much. Here's how far bidders are going.
News • Mar 16
How the Fed’s first interest rate hike affects you
The move has far-reaching implications for your bills and bank account.
News • Mar 16
How the Fed’s first interest rate hike affects you
The move has far-reaching implications for your bills and bank account.
Managing Money • Feb 11
5 states that just cut taxes in 2022
New income tax legislation will help some workers keep more of their cash.
Managing Money • Feb 11
5 states that just cut taxes in 2022
New income tax legislation will help some workers keep more of their cash.
Taxes • Feb 04
How cryptocurrency gets taxed
Not reporting your crypto income, gains or losses will land you in trouble with the IRS.
Taxes • Feb 04
How cryptocurrency gets taxed
Not reporting your crypto income, gains or losses will land you in trouble with the IRS.
Insurance • Jan 28
Fight for First-Ever Medicare Refund Escalates Over ‘Outrageous’ Drug Prices
Part B premiums have never been rolled back, but the pressure is intensifying.
Insurance • Jan 28
Fight for First-Ever Medicare Refund Escalates Over ‘Outrageous’ Drug Prices
Part B premiums have never been rolled back, but the pressure is intensifying.
Taxes • Jan 21
Prepare for a smaller tax refund in 2022
The amount you get back on your 2021 taxes could surprise you — and not in a good way.
Taxes • Jan 21
Prepare for a smaller tax refund in 2022
The amount you get back on your 2021 taxes could surprise you — and not in a good way.
Insurance • Jan 18
Unhappy With Your Medicare Advantage Plan? Now's Your Chance to Escape
If your coverage or costs are no good anymore, you have a limited window to make a change.
Insurance • Jan 18
Unhappy With Your Medicare Advantage Plan? Now's Your Chance to Escape
If your coverage or costs are no good anymore, you have a limited window to make a change.
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