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Secured Credit Cards- Consumer Tips

Whether you have no credit or damaged credit, secured credit cards are a good tool for building a good credit history.

Several months ago Tom, a member of CreditBoards.com, filed for a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Now he is in …

Your Dry Cleaner?s Double Standard

Women are charged more for dry cleaning services. Don’t fume, find a better way. While it is true that the practice is unfair it is also true that we have options for keeping our clothes clean and holding onto more …

Bridging the Gap ? through Bridging Loans

You were on your regular walk with your wife, and you passed by this house. Then the idea struck - you want this home. A chat with the property dealer and the price was fixed. But there was a problem …

Why a Mortgage Professional Beats a Banker Every Time — The Story Tells It All

The best way to explain why a mortgage professional is always better than a banker is to use an anecdote. My parents lived in the house I grew up in for 35 years, so it was finally time to move. …

Stop Credit Card Offers

You can stop receiving credit card offers in the mail! It’s really easy to do - just phone 1-888-567-8688 and follow the prompts and provide the requested information including Social Security number, date of birth, etc.

Do this for every adult …

Is the Inverse Mortgage a Scam? New Program Promises Mortgage Payoff inside of 5 Years

If a mortgage could be paid off in five years or less, without it costing homeowners an extra cent, why wouldn’t every homeowner in America be doing it? Because they don’t know, or because they’re too wise? Although the former …

Do You Need A Financial Planner?

No matter how much money you make, it pays to keep on top of money coming in and going out. Even if you do a good job of that, there are important times in your life when talking with a …

Holiday Loans Can Expand The Horizon Of What You See

Why do kids get all the breaks? Winter-weary adults, fed up with gray, uninspired landscapes need spring vacation too. This year consider a get away to a room with an inspiring view. You have been cash-strapped and indeed desperate to …

Hide That Car! Fighting the Repo Man

Vehicle repossession may appear justified in circumstances where a person is generally being irresponsible and otherwise able to meet this financial obligation. However, what about that hardworking guy or gal who paid their automobile note dutifully for three years, and …

Financial Aid - When Should I Apply For?

Many different types of financial aid are available to you in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans. With billions of dollars at stake, it is important to begin the search process early and to apply on time. Follow these …