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Financial Advice

• Be a smarter investor in your retirement plan

  If you really want a fighting chance at a secure retirement, you're going to have to become a smart investor. That means mastering a few key concepts that ensure you make the most of your 401(k) plan at work.

  June 26th 2017

• Reverse mortgage disadvantages and advantages

  Can a reverse mortgage help you? Before utilizing it as a tool, take time to thoroughly understand reverse mortgage disadvantages and advantages.

  June 23rd 2017

• 7 smart moves for buying a foreclosure

  Deals on foreclosures are still out there. But they're not as easy to find as they were a few years ago, and you still need to avoid all of the costly pitfalls that can turn any repossessed home into a burden, not a bargain.

  June 23rd 2017

• 6 costs to expect when caring for aging parents

  Having an elderly parent live with you in your home can be much cheaper than moving mom or dad into an independent or assisted-living facility. But having another person in your home will still bring extra expenses.

  June 21st 2017

• Get your paperwork ready before applying for a mortgage

  Here's a checklist of what you'll need and it's extensive — W-2s, pay stubs, bank statements, tax returns, brokerage statements and more. It's never too early to start a file and fill it up.

  June 21st 2017

• 7 smart things to do with $1,000

  Here's how to reap lots of lasting benefits, and a fair amount of immediate satisfaction, from that money. Check out all of the ideas, and pick the best one for you.

  June 19th 2017