Blog Archive: December 2008

Welcome to Ilyce Glink's blog! Here you'll find Ilyce's latest insights on personal finance advice, real estate advice and consumer issues. Come back often for timely and interesting posts on a wide variety of topics.

Georgia Dental Practice Act

Added December 24, 2008 by Ilyce Glink

Bob is a dentist and he called into the show to say that each state has a Dental Practice Act that determines what is the standard of care for dental patients. Here's some information from the Georgia Dental Association's Website (http://gadental.org).

GDA Role in Dental Law Enforcement

The Georgia…

Topics: consumer advice

Is There A Law That Says You Have To See The Dentist And Have X-Rays If You Just Want To Have Your Teeth Cleaned?

Added December 24, 2008 by Ilyce Glink

Sherri called the show to say she wanted to get her teeth cleaned (the $60-70 is all she can afford) and was told that she had to see the dentist and she had to get x-rays if she was going to get a cleaning.

She thinks that's lousy. I agree (having paid a $400 bill for Sam and one of our kids to get…

Topics: insurance

If You're Behind On Your Mortgage Call These Numbers

Added December 24, 2008 by Ilyce Glink

Although there is some concern about why the Hope Now hotline hasn't helped more people, if you're in trouble with your loan, or about to be in trouble, you should call (888) 995 HOPE, which is the federal mortgage loan mitigation program.

You might also want to try going to www.hud.gov. Whether you…

Topics: mortgage loan

Small Business Resources

Added December 23, 2008 by Ilyce Glink

Edwin called the show today. He's setting up a small business and his local bank turned him down. He wanted to know about some other resources.

I recommended he turn to the Small Business Administration (www.sba.gov) for their free or very low-cost classes, mentoring, advice, and help with applying…

Topics: self-employed