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Financial Advice

• 10 smart moves for buying a used car

  We can help you avoid all of the nasty surprises in the preowned market and find an affordable, reliable ride.

  January 27th 2015

• Most valuable remodeling projects...Will you quit if you don't get a raise?...How to save like a 1 percenter...Retirement pay gap...And more

  Here's the column that gives savvy savers lots of provocative news and information to use and discuss on the road to financial security.

  January 27th 2015

• Become 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.

  January 26th 2015

• 4 smart moves to challenge a home appraisal

  A low home appraisal causes a home sale to fall through about 9% of the time. Be smart about challenging an appraisal you think misses the mark.

  January 25th 2015

• 5 things you should know about target date funds

  Put your retirement plan on auto pilot with a target date fund, which automatically rebalances your portfolio over time.

  January 24th 2015

• 4 smart moves for buying a short sale

  Although the number of short sales has fallen, they remain plentiful in some states and you can still find some serious bargains -- the major reason any buyer messes with the arduous short-sale process.

  January 24th 2015