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Financial Advice

• Tapping home equity is relatively cheap if you can qualify for a loan

  Home equity lines of credit can be a cheap way to borrow money for home renovations, college bills or credit card debt. But is your home worth enough to support a second mortgage?

  May 24th 2019

• 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.

  May 22nd 2019

• The 7 biggest mortgage mistakes to avoid

  Dodging these pitfalls will make you a happier homebuyer now and more satisfied homeowner down the road. You'll know that you got the best possible mortgage and won't be overwhelmed by unexpected costs.

  May 22nd 2019

• 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.

  May 21st 2019

• VA loans: The best mortgages

  Here's a home loan that doesn't require a down payment and offers lenient qualification standards. Yet it never requires mortgage insurance, charges a lower interest rate than conventional loans and is widely available to millions of veterans.

  May 21st 2019

• 5 simple steps to the best deal on a new car or truck

  You need the right information and a savvy negotiating strategy to drive away with the lowest price and cheapest loan. Let us show you how to be a smart, confident buyer.

  May 20th 2019