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Are Interest Only Mortgages Right For You? You Might Be Surprised..

Are interest only mortgages the way to go? Here's a clear explanation to help you decide for yourself. read more »
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Mortgage Refinancing Mistakes

You don't want to make these mistakes when you refinance your home. read more »
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What a $168 Cheese Sandwich Can Teach Us About Hype & Value

Last week, Britain’s Daily Mail reported that chef Martin Blunos created a very unique sandwich with a menu price of $168. Perhaps the biggest lesson[...] read more »
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Working from Home: Paying for Childcare

It may seem counter-intuitive to pay for childcare when you work from home. But in some cases, a few hours a week may be just what you need to help y[...] read more »
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Credit Score: Hard Inquiry vs. Soft Inquiry

Do understand the effect a hard inquiry can have on your credit score? The good news is that soft inquiries do not affect your credit score. read more »
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Mortgage Unemployment Insurance – What’s the Catch?

Mortgage unemployment insurance might be a very important tool for you if you think your job is rocky. Here's what to look out for. read more »
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Buying on Credit Can Get Expensive Fast!

Buying on credit is a useful when you pay off the balance every month. But if you carry a balance, a credit card can get expensive! read more »
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Why Paying Down Your Mortgage is More Important Than Ever

If you recognize and accept that home prices can go down as well as up, your whole attitude toward carrying debt on it should change. Increasingly, p[...] read more »
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7 Surprising Facts About Millionaires

Culturally, we are plagued by images of "bling this" and "bedazzle that." How many "artifacts of wealth" are truly held by real millionaires?"[...] read more »
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What Is An Economic Bubble Anyway?

It seems nearly every financial publication released today has the term “bubble” in it somewhere. Many of us know it’s a bad thing, but what does it [...] read more »
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How To Save Money When Buying A Car

tips for saving the most money possible when shopping for a new or used car. read more »
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What Is A Good FICO Credit Score Range?

The inside scoop on what's behind those FICO credit score ranges. What they mean and what you can do to improve your score. read more »
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Choosing Between 30 Year Mortgage Rate Vs. 15 Year Mortgage Rates

What is the true cost of home ownership? A closer look at which is best between a 30 year fixed mortgage rate or a 15 year fixed mortgage rate…. read more »
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Learn Grocery Pricing Secrets and Save

Knowing how grocers deal out savings through four pricing strategies can help you reach the next level of savings. read more »
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7 Types of Car Insurance: Which Ones Do You Really Need?

Do you really need all the options on your car insurance? Which ones are really useful? read more »
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