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What You Need to Know Before Deciding on a Condo or Coop Purchase
Choosing between a condo or coop is a major financial decision. Financial statements, repairs, but especially, your lifestyle are all important factors.
Jeff Yoncich
Wealth Building Home Loan to Help Low-Income and First-Time Home Buyers
An innovative new mortgage program is getting a lot of favorable media, as it is...
6 Extreme Ways to Get Out of Debt for Good
When you've got a big black cloud of bills hanging over you, it takes a toll on...
Ways to Tap Into Your Retirement Fund Early and What You'll Owe In Taxes
If you need extra money, does it make sense to use your retirement plan? Read on to learn about whether you'll owe retirement plan taxes on the withdrawal.
David Rodeck
What to Do After Your Credit Card Is Hacked
Having your credit card hacked is never a pleasant experience but taking action quickly can prevent it from turning into a financial nightmare.
Rebecca Lake
How to Determine If You Should Refinance Your FHA Loan
The good news about falling mortgage interest rates carries special significance...
How to Pay Off Over $5,000 Credit Card Debt
After using credit cards irresponsibly and faced with high amounts of debt, it can...
4 Ways to Earn More Chase Freedom Cash Back Rewards
Chase Freedom® is one of the popular credit cards that is often noted for its attractive cash back cash back program. In this post we explain why.
Simon Zhen
Christmas and New Year's Holiday Banks Hours
Here are the bank holiday hours for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, at the 10 largest banks in America.
Theresa Kim
4 Freelancing Tips Every Millennial Needs to Know
The Freelancer's Union estimates that 53 million people are freelancing and 38 percent...
3 Best Balance Transfer Credit Card Offers for Debt Consolidation
Stuck in a pile of debt? Do what many other people are doing to dig themselves...
12 Holiday Savings Tips for a Stress-Free Christmas
Enjoying the holidays doesn't always mean overspending. Check out our 12 days of holiday savings tips!
Peter Bennett
The Best Credit Cards to Save Money on Family Travel
Traveling with family can get pretty expensive. See the best family travel credit cards to help you save money.
Simon Zhen
YNAB vs. Mint: Which Is the Better Budgeting Tool?
For some people, sitting down and making a budget is about as pleasant as getting a...
What to do When Chase Cancels Your Credit Card
Credit cards, like other bank accounts, can change over time for many reasons.
Card...
5 Financial Steps to Take as a Stay at Home Parent
Being a stay at home parent is extremely rewarding, but Moms and Dads need to make sure they're prepared for the impact it can have on the family finances.
Rebecca Lake
4 Best Prepaid Debit Cards With Low Fees
What are the best prepaid debit cards worth looking at? We break down fees and features to help you decide.
Simon Zhen
When Picking a New Bank Based on Bank Reviews Consider These Helpful Tips
Before buying a pair of movie tickets, picking a pizza restaurant, choosing a TV or...
10 Reasons to Avoid Reverse Mortgage Loans
A reverse mortgage explained
You’ve probably heard a reverse mortgage explained...
What to Consider Before Buying a New Home and Renting Out Your Old Home
Renting your old home while still buying a new home is a risky decision. It can pay off, but you need meet a few conditions first. Here's how.
Peter Bennett
9 Annoying Bank Policies That Make No Sense
Dealing with an annoying bank policy can really get on your nerves and we've got the rundown on which ones create the most hassle for customers.
Rebecca Lake
How to Cope With Your Future Spouse's Overwhelming Student Loan Debt
One of the toughest transitions that many couples face after tying the knot is...
How Chase Checking Compares to Free Online Banks Accounts
Chase ATMs New York, NY
Needless to say, I reminded her that she might want to...
Bank Tellers Reveal the 10 Naughtiest Customer Habits
If you're trying to stay on your bank's good side this holiday season, these bank teller stories shed some light on what you don't want to do.
Rebecca Lake
The Benefits and Risks of Joint Checking Accounts
Opening a joint checking account with your partner is exciting, but it can also be risky. Here are some things to consider before opening the account.
David Rodeck
My Journey to Working Freelance Wasn't Easy, But It Was Worth It
Money can't buy you happiness, but it can buy you prozac and that's close enough....
Top 5 Money-Saving Tax Breaks for Grads
For recent grads who are filing on their own for the first time, that means getting...
How You Can Benefit from the Repayment Options for Your Student Loans
Wells Fargo and Discover are offering student loan options designed to help struggling private loan borrowers who are having trouble making payments.
Rebecca Lake
What to Do When a Certificate of Deposit (CD) Owner Dies
Wells Fargo refused to honor a widow's certificate of deposit (CD), so she had to bring the case to court. See what steps to take when a CD owner dies.
Simon Zhen