Google “ways to boost home value” and you’ll quickly find millions of articles about remodeling projects that should increase your home’s value. But what if you don’t need—or simply don’t want—to do any remodeling, but still want to boost your home’s value? There are plenty of ways to give your home a little extra oomph [...]
Spring has sprung and, after a holiday lull, wedding season is in full swing. Planning your big day is exciting, but it can quickly get overwhelming—and expensive. To avoid headaches and unpleasant financial surprises, it’s important to assess your wedding budget before doing anything else. Here are five things to keep in mind when planning [...]
This article was written by guest blogger Loretta Worters. There are a lot of homeowner’s insurance myths floating around, and it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. Whether you’re shopping for homeowner’s insurance for the first time or updating your existing policy, here are a few misconceptions to keep in mind about what [...]
One of the most important things you can do for your finances is to prepare for the future. If you want to be able to live your desired lifestyle after you leave the workforce, saving for retirement is a must. While you may not feel as though you have much extra money to save for [...]
Foreclosed homes present an interesting opportunity for those struggling to buy. The selling season should be in full swing but our economic issues have caused a housing slowdown. There are not enough homes available and many are way above what people can afford. Buying a foreclosed home may help you take advantage of the historically [...]
Saving money should be easy, right? So easy you can be lazy about putting it into action. So, what are some lazy ways to save money? To start, you just take some of the money you earn and put it away in a savings account so you won’t spend it. Then you repeat. Yet most [...]
If you are a veteran, you may qualify for benefits in some unexpected places. You’ll need to do some research and get some documentation in order to take advantage of these benefits, but in the end the financial rewards could be substantial. Here are just a few areas where your veteran status could benefit you [...]
This article was written by guest blogger Eva Rosenberg. Last week, one of my clients forwarded me a letter he received from the IRS. It said that the agency was holding his refund and reviewing his account. As it turns out, the IRS found an extra $40,000 payment he had not included, and his refund [...]
You’ve saved for a down payment and worked hard to get approved for a mortgage. After months of looking, you find a great house that meets your needs and fits your budget. Your offer has been accepted. Then you receive a letter from your lender. Your dream home has appraised 10 percent lower than you [...]
If you’re trying to sell your home, you should be thinking about ways to protect your identity. Identity theft can be a very real threat if you’re not careful. Strangers can easily rifle through your personal financial data if you leave it lying around. You have to be just as diligent about protecting your personal [...]
