There are a few reasons mortgage lenders are loosening regulations, one of which is a spike in late payments, but these roll backs won't be the cause of the next recession. I was asked on the radio last week if I thought mortgage lenders were loosening regulations too much. Steve Cochran, who hosts morning drive on [...]
With only 60 days to go before you retire, you might already be dreaming about that first morning waking up without a schedule. But while two months may seem like nothing, there are still some things to take care of before you can spend your days roaming around in an RV or golf cart. Here [...]
You might already have plans for your golden years, but finding the right size retirement for you is crucial to make them a reality. Unexpected health and other costs are bound to come up, so the sooner you know what you want retirement to look like, the faster you’ll be able to adjust your plans [...]
Many working Americans are tapping into their retirement funds for emergencies and unexpected expenses, and millions more have no savings for retirement at all, according to a 2015 survey by financial services website Bankrate.com. The survey also revealed that fewer than one-fourth of workers ages 50 to 64 have seen their retirement savings suffer over [...]
Figuring out how to pay for a home renovation is one of the first steps in any remodeling process. When they’re done wrestling with the cost of a home renovation, most homeowners have to decide how to fund a remodeling project. And in some cases, the options can be paying for it in cash or [...]
Why does landscaping matter in flood or drought conditions? What are the rights you have for collecting rent if you're a landlord? Get answers to these questions by listening to this week’s Ilyce Glink Show. You can click the audio link below to listen to the full show, or download the podcast via iTunes. More About This Show Why [...]
Are you confused by the new TILA/RESPA changes? Wondering where to find an apartment with cheap in-unit laundry? Get answers to these questions by listening to this week’s Ilyce Glink Show. You can click the audio link below to listen to the full show, or download the podcast via iTunes. On this week’s show I talk to Frank Nothaft, [...]
If you’re looking for the most cost-effective insurance plan, you might be drawn to a high-deductible health plan. Because the deductible for this type of plan can be as much as $1,000 or more, you typically pay lower monthly premiums, which can leave you with more money for other expenses. But if you get sick, [...]
As you work to build your retirement savings account, you might wonder whether you should fund other accounts as well. After all, if your end goal is to retire on a tropical island, shouldn’t you put every dime you can into your retirement savings? While saving for retirement is important—it’s one of my “big three” [...]
When you decide you’re ready to save more money, it’s natural to focus on certain items: refinancing your house, selling a car, or cutting back on going to restaurants. Those are often great ways to get ahead on your savings quite quickly. However, if you want to start slowly, building your savings without feeling the [...]
