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  • How to Take Advantage of Low Rates

    Published November 02, 2012

    With mortgage rates continuing to linger around record lows, potential homebuyers and homeowners considering refinancing should act now before they miss the boat.

  • How First-Time Homebuyers Can Avoid Buyers’ Remorse

    Published October 31, 2012

    Buying a home is the most expensive purchase you’ll most likely ever make and as a first-time buyer, it’s easy to doubt your decision since it should stay with you for at least five to seven years. 

  • Financial Rules for Unmarried Couples Living Together

    Published October 29, 2012

    Here are four financial tips experts recommend for unmarried couples living together to protect their financial future—either together or apart.

  • Home-Buying Tips for Every Stage of Life

    Published October 23, 2012

    Whether you just landed your first job, expanding your family or ready to downsize, here’s what every homeowner should take into account when looking for their dream home.

  • What to Do If You Expect a Layoff

    Published October 16, 2012

    The labor market recovery is picking up steam, but many workers are still facing layoffs as businesses struggle to make ends meet and are forced to trim their payroll. Workers need to be on the offensive, experts advise, looking for subtle, and sometimes not so subtle, changes to the company and job.

  • How to Prep Your Home for Winter

    Published October 12, 2012

    With heating costs expected to rise this year, properly winterizing your home could save money on lower heating bills and eliminate costly damage to the house from the elements.

  • How to Find the Right Contractor for Home Renovations

    Published October 08, 2012

    Choosing the right contractor to work with is a critical decision and could turn your dream home into a living nightmare.

  • How to Fall Back in Love With Your Career

    Published October 01, 2012

    As you progress in your career, your job changes and you may not like all your different responsibilities. Consider renegotiating your job with your employer to go back to doing more of the work that you enjoyed.  

  • Managing Finances Through a Divorce

    Published September 28, 2012

    Divorce is a trying time for anyone—especially when children are involved. Here are expert tips to make the financially transition as smooth as possible. 

  • How to Play this Rental Market

    Published September 25, 2012

    The housing market may be still be struggling to gain its footing, but the rental market is hot, and renters need to know how to act face and efficiently if they want to land their dream apartment.