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The Basics of Retirement Planning For Young Professionals

Think you’re too young to start planning for retirement? Think again! Check out the many reasons why (and how) you should start saving now!

Credit Cards Versus Mortgage Payments: Which Would You Pay First?

Credit Cards Versus Mortgage Payments: Which Would You Pay First?

If financial hardship forced you to choose between your mortgage and your credit card, which would you choose? Our guest contributor, Peter Andrews, reveals the surprising differences between what we say and what we do – and why.

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How Do I Calculate My Credit Score?

Creditworthiness is important to getting the most out of life, and should be a priority for anyone interested in improving their personal finances. Keep these three things in mind when determining your own credit score.

Refinance Your Mortgage: 5 Really Good Reasons

There are times when it makes sense to refinance your mortgage. It’s important to have a clear financial objective in mind so that you’re more [...]

Save Money, Cut Your Spending

“Where did my money go?” That’s a big question that comes up more often than we’d like. We spend money on many small things that [...]

Credit Scores and Home Loans – How Your Credit Score Will Affect Your Mortgage

Credit Scores and Home Loans – How Your Credit Score Will Affect Your Mortgage

Ever wonder how your credit score affects your mortgage? We take a look at the top 5 cities with the highest & lowest credit scores and discuss the ways that a good credit score can positively impact your home loan rate.

3 Ways You Can Manage Your Debt

Managing your debt, expenses and available cash effectively will help you achieve your goal of being debt-free. Here are three methods of debt management to consider.

10 Ways You Can Avoid Bankruptcy

With unemployment at an all time high, and many families struggling through financial difficulties, it’s easy to view bankruptcy as a way out. But declaring bankruptcy may not only be damaging to your credit, it could also affect future purchases and opportunities. If you are considering filing for bankruptcy, here are ten ways to avoid bankruptcy.

5 Ways to Spend Your Home Buyer Tax Credit

How would you spend an extra $8,000? Would you put that towards your mortgage? Or maybe splurge and decorate your new home? Or would you use it to pay off other debt, like credit cards or a car loan?