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New lending requirements have made it much tougher to get approved, and some common situations that may not have presented a problem for approval in the past, do now.
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What is an emergency fund, and why is it often the first component of sound financial planning?
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Student loans can be a huge financial burden, but bankruptcy won't necessarily save you from paying.
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People often have a love/hate relationship with the Greenback. We provide five reasons for this ambivalence.
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You can buy anything at a click, but paying for it is a little more complicated.
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You think your updated house looks great, but potential buyers may not feel the same way.
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Throwing out the mail your credit card company sends you may be the same as throwing away money.
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Credit cards can be a useful tool if you know what you are getting into. Learn the risks, rules, history of credit cards.
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We all want the best for our kids, and that includes a college education. But should you be footing the bill?
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Before you sign your loan documents, make sure you know what you are getting into.
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Find out the real cost of buying on a delayed interest plan.
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An emergency fund can mean the difference between tough times and a total financial disaster. Find out how an emergency fund works and why you need one now.
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Interest rates keep dipping lower and lower. Find out what it takes to tip the scales toward a refinance.
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Get to know the basic, time-tested strategies that any investor or trader can use to profit in a rising interest rate environment.
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This checklist will help you get all the money for school you can.
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It seems that everyone has their hand in your pocket these days. Learn how to protect yourself against these financial scams.
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If you can't qualify for or don't want a traditional mortgage, one of these options might be right for you.
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These errors could wind up costing you more than the coveted key to your first home.
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Debt consolidation is one of the most powerful tools for debt elimination. Find out how this process works and what it can do for your personal finances.
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S&P/Case-Shiller's most recent home price index bears more bad news for some cities.
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Debt affects your finances and your life. We show you how to free yourself from this financial ball and chain.
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If you are looking for a good deal and have time to wait, a short-sale house may be for you.
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You can change your bank's answer to a loan request from 'No' to 'Yes'. Find out how.
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What do you do if you find yourself close to retirement, but far from your savings goals?
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Convince lenders that you're a good bet despite your lack of a steady income.
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Setting goals is the first step in determining which investment vehicles are right for you.
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Learn how to save money by saying "no" to unnecessary coverage.
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Small purchases may not appear to be a big deal initially, but over time these little items will end up costing you a whole lot more than you bargained for.
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If you're scrambling for tuition, check out these last-ditch options to come up with the cash.
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These three cities have seen home prices increase every month for almost a year now, but still offer potential bargains in the foreclosure market.
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Bubbles are deceptive and unpredictable, but by studying their history we can prepare to our best ability.
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Most people know about this coverage perk, but few have any idea about how to cash in. Find out here.
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Sometimes your banker isn't completely honest. Find out what your bank has been hiding from you.
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Worried about how you’re going to afford your next plane ticket? We’ll show you the best credit cards for racking up frequent flyer miles.
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There are many challenges to financing a home. Find out which ones are especially problematic right now.
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Before tapping your home equity, find out what can go wrong.
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If your friend or relative has proved to be irresponsible, getting out of the cosigned loan can improve your financial security and options for borrowing.
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Buying rental property with personal, cash-collateralized loans is a smart move.
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Find out how being a veteran can save you money on your mortgage.
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Warren Buffett claims that understanding these instruments would mean reading 750,000 pages of text. Read on to learn the basics.
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For many, foreclosure is still a real possibility. Make sure you're prepared and know the steps.
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Don't be a victim of this disturbing crime. Get insight into how perpetrators commit this form of fraud.
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Investors tend to buy either stocks or bonds, but rarely choose between the two. Find out when you'll benefit from one over the other.
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Investing in this kind of real estate takes capital, time and careful planning.
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A long list of things needs to happen before a home becomes yours. Find out what to expect.
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There are many different ways to be victimized through home ownership - learn how to identify and avoid these crimes.
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Learn how rate changes can affect home prices and how you can keep up.
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Understanding these benchmarks can help you select the most competitive adjustable-rate loan.
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Fed's focus on unemployment blinding it to price pressures.
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No matter how much money you have, there are six components that you must have in your budget to weather any financial storm.
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