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Ilyce Glink is an award-winning, nationally-syndicated columnist, best-selling author, and radio and television personality. She is the best-known consumer advocate for home buyers, sellers, and owners, and her content touches millions of readers, viewers, and listeners each week. She was the Founder of an employee benefit that companies provide that helps employees measure financial stress, then dials it down with a unique content mapping system. She is also the Founder/CEO of Think Glink Media, a digital content agency, and the Publisher of ThinkGlink.com. Listen to Ilyce on WGN Radio each week, follow her on Twitter, and sign up for the ThinkGlink free weekly newsletter, in the blue box at the bottom of this page.
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Flipping Real Estate: Legitimate Buying And Selling Of Property?

By | April 8th, 2005|

The term "flipping" real estate has gotten a bad name in the press, as a suspect way of buying and selling property. Buying property at a low price and selling it higher is legitimate, but the practice of "flipping" real estate can be suspect. Some people who flip real estate falsify documents to make the property seem worth more than it really is after making modest improvement, which is why the term "flipping" is better left out of the equation.

Where To Get Lowdown on Mortgages

By | April 8th, 2005|

The best way to find the right home loan or refinance deal for you is to start searching for information on various mortgage lenders, interest rates and products. Then comes the hard part: sorting out which loan is right for you. Consider checking out these sources to find the best information on mortgage programs and interest rates.

Personal Finance and Declining Dollar

By | April 7th, 2005|

As the U.S. dollar declines in value it makes American assets such as the Chicago Skyway more desirable to foreign investors. How does a declining dollar value affect your pocketbook? When you travel you may get less currency in exchange for U.S. dollars. In addition to a declining dollar, Americans have been able to borrow money to buy items such as cars at low interest rates.

Don’t Get Caught In Investment Scams

By | April 5th, 2005|

Be wary of investment scams. If you know about Ponzi schemes, unlicensed securities dealers, and other investing scams, you are less likely to join the ranks of the many unfortunate investment fraud victims out there, some of whom have lost their entire life's savings to these scams.

Estate Planning: Power Of Attorney And Living Wills

By | April 3rd, 2005|

Estate planning such as designating power of attorney is a smart move. A living will, has nothing to do with the financial aspect of estate planning, but allows you to describe the kind of medical treatment you want in certain situations. A durable power of attorney is a good move as far as estate planning, because it lets you select someone to make tough decisions and pay bills for you after you are no longer able to choose.

ARMs vs. Fixed Mortgages

By | April 1st, 2005|

"Shopping around" means calling a bunch of different kinds of lenders and going online to check out rates, programs, fees and other charges and is the best way to get started when searching for a home loan. If you pull a copy of your own credit and ask the lender for rates based off of your score, you can get accurate quotes and not worry about inquiries on your credit history. Shopping around for the best rate, terms and lender is one of the more important things you can do as a consumer.

Choose Cash Instead Of Real Estate In Contest

By | April 1st, 2005|

When you win a home in a contest you're still responsible for taxes on your winnings including property taxes. When you have a choice between cash and real estate it may be better to choose cash. If you choose the home and keep it then you'll have to pay property taxes and maintain the home. If you choose the home and sell it you'll have to spend money on a real estate commission and other expenses.

Closed By Consumer Stated On Credit Report

By | April 1st, 2005|

A reader found "closed by consumer" several times on her credit report. Ilyce states that it is impossible to remove these closed accounts and that it is best to hold a credit card for a long time.

Housewares Show Features Design Tools and Color

By | April 1st, 2005|

At the 2005 International Housewares Show in Chicago, Kitchen Aid displayed mixers in every color of the rainbow. Other products you could find at the show included cleaners that would not streak and a book to help you with redecorating or home design. Learn about the 2005 International Housewares Show here.

Selling Rental And Primary Residences

By | April 1st, 2005|

A reader comments on Ilyce's initial article about selling primary and rental properties.

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