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Financial Advice

• How to land a job despite bad credit

  Employers in most states have the right to check credit reports and and reject job candidates with a record of unpaid bills and debts. That's why job seekers should know their rights and be ready to deal with unflattering information that could sink an application.

  June 28th 2017

• 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

• Make tough refinancings work with an FHA loan

  Low credit scores? Too much debt? With the government standing behind you, banks and mortgage companies can make loans they wouldn't normally offer at competitive interest rates that could cut your monthly payments by hundreds of dollars.

  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