Today's Interest Rates and Financial Advice:

Financial Advice

• Who's defaulting on student debt?...Apple wants to build cars...Where does your income stand?...Get the best deal on airline tickets...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.

  March 1st 2015

• How much house can you afford?

  You don't want to be house poor, saddled with mortgage payments that gobble up too much of your paycheck. Here's how to find the price range that's right for you.

  February 28th 2015

• 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.

  February 27th 2015

• Make your tough refinancing 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.

  February 26th 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.

  February 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.

  February 25th 2015