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Tie the Knot for $10,000 or Less
Krystal Steinmetz on October 7, 2015
You can do far better than the sky high “average” cost on your wedding. Skip the Vera Wang gown, shop the warehouse stores, and other money saving tips.
What You Need to Know About the New Mortgage Rules
Marilyn Lewis on October 2, 2015
Changes that kick in Saturday are intended to make the process of getting a mortgage more transparent for most of us. Here’s the skinny.
New Rules Put Mortgages Within Reach for More Families
Marilyn Lewis on September 28, 2015
Minority and low-income households in particular should benefit from more relaxed home-buying standards.
Can You Get a Good Deal on a Car — Sight Unseen, No Hassle?
Maryalene LaPonsie on September 15, 2015
These emerging businesses are betting you want to avoid haggling and kicking tires to get a good vehicle at a fair price.
New Rules Will Boost Ailing Credit Scores for Millions
Jim Gold on September 10, 2015
If you’re an American with unresolved debt related to medical bills, this could be very good news for you.
Ask Stacy: Is a Credit Union the Best Place for Loans?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
This reader is wondering if a credit union is a good place to look for a car loan. The answer? When it comes to both saving and borrowing, credit unions are typically much better than banks.
The Death of the Starter Home
Bob Sullivan on August 7, 2015
Why there are fewer and fewer homes within reach of young families and people with average incomes.
Discover Slapped for Cheating 100,000+ Student Borrowers
Krystal Steinmetz on July 23, 2015
The bank is ordered to pay a fine and refund money to thousands of borrowers for committing an array of debt collection violations.
5 Factors That Put You at Risk for Divorce (and What to Do About Them)
Maryalene LaPonsie on July 22, 2015
You might be surprised at some of the red flags that could mean a couple is headed for divorce court.
Having a Baby? Congratulations! It Will Cost You
Krystal Steinmetz on July 21, 2015
What you are charged for delivery varies widely, mostly depending on the hospital you choose, according to a new report. Read on.
Crazy Home Loans Making a Comeback
Marilyn Lewis on November 2, 2020
Some of the products and features last seen during the risky boom years are making a reappearance. Here’s the scoop.
The Mortgage Companies That Prompt the Most Complaints
Karla Bowsher on July 16, 2015
Two of the nation’s biggest banks are among the lenders that give homeowners the biggest headaches.
5 Ways to Dramatically Reduce the Cost of College
B.T. Ballenger on May 28, 2020
Don’t let the sticker price of college scare you away from getting your degree. Few students pay the asking price. Here’s how to reduce your net cost.
Done With Roommates? 48 Ways to Afford Living Solo
Donna Freedman on July 30, 2020
You’ll pay an awful lot to have the bathroom all to yourself. Use these tactics to make the solo life more affordable.
That Plan to Shrink Carry-On Bags? Not So Fast!
Krystal Steinmetz on June 19, 2015
Airline industry group initiative hits a wall of opposition from consumers, and some lawmakers.
6 Essential Steps to Buying the Right New Home
Ari Cetron on June 17, 2015
How to get the house that best meets your needs and your budget. Hint: Don’t start by house shopping.
17 Proven Ways to Save on Travel
Marilyn Lewis on May 20, 2021
Summer is coming. A tight budget doesn’t mean you can’t have a fabulous vacation, just substitute imagination and planning for money.
Where Can I Go for Help With Debt?
Stacy Johnson CPA on September 2, 2020
If you’re having trouble paying off credit card debt, you’re not alone. There are plenty of companies out there promising to help, but can they be trusted?
What Starbucks Hacks Can Teach all of Us
Bob Sullivan on May 29, 2015
Two incidents recently involving gift cards and mobile payments show why it’s so important that consumers keep a careful eye on their money — in all its forms.
FCC Proposes Subsidized Broadband for the Poor
Krystal Steinmetz on May 28, 2015
The proposal would expand a program that provides subsidized phone service for low-income individuals to include Internet.
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