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How To Avoid Capital Gains Tax When Selling Real Estate
Paying taxes isn't fun, but there are strategies you can employ to cut your tax...
How Amortized Fixed Rate (ARM) Mortgage Loans Works
Learn why amortized fixed-rate loans aren't all that popular, but they've more than proven their worth considering.
Peter Bennett
3 Regrettable Banking Mistakes That You'll Make As a New Graduate
Graduation is a momentous occasion, but what you do afterwards can affect your financial future. Avoid these common banking mistakes new graduates make.
Katherine Muniz
Why You'll Make These Mistakes Before Retirement If You're Not Paying Attention
Retiring early is something that appeals to almost everyone. As you begin aging,...
6 Personal Finance Apps That Are Better Than Mint
UPDATE: Mint is shutting down and many of its functions will be incorporated into...
Which Home Repair Loan is the Best for Water Damage Repairs
Fortunately, there is a home repair loan -- the home equity line of credit -- that will allow you to fix your water-damaged house well ahead of winter.
Peter Bennett
Why Making Extra Student Loan Payments Won't Help Pay Down Faster
Learn how to use extra payments to pay down principal, not interest, on your student loans. This allows you to pay down your college debt faster.
Katherine Muniz
How SWAG Can Help Build Your Wealth
You can put your money in the bank. You can buy a chunk of real estate. You can...
What You Should Never Do With Your Bank Account If You Are Moving Abroad
Moving is stressful enough -- imagine having to pack up your belongings to settle...
Learning the Difference Between These 2 Types of Lenders Makes It Easier to Pull the Trigger on Buying a House
Choosing between a national or local lender can be one of the most difficult decisions you can make. Read on to learn why it's important to choose wisely.
Erik Neilson
5 Ways Create a Savings Budget in Your 20s
Only one in three Americans prepare a detailed household budget. Learning how to create your millennial budget plan is essential to financial stability.
Daryl Paranada
Why Winning Free Tuition from a Contest Costs You More Than You'd Think
Parents and children alike both know that in order to attend college, the first hurdle...
5 Crucial Steps Every Young Adult Must Take to Achieve Financial Independence
Achieving financial independence is an elusive goal for most people, but it can be an...
Stop Lying to Yourself About Early Retirement, It's Not About Saving Millions
Early retirement at the age of 30 seems like a dream, but some claim it's not as hard as you think.
Jeff Yoncich
How My Single Mother Saved for College to Keep Me Debt Free After Graduation
Raising kids in a two-parent household is tough enough, imagine how difficult it is with just one income. Advice for single parents saving for college.
Daryl Paranada
How to Save More Money by Spending More and Overcome Outdated Saving Habits
In the quest to save money, many people go to great lengths to find solutions that...
Renting an Upstairs Apartment or Downstairs: What is Better?
To life's many choices -- paper or plastic, Mac or PC, traditional dating or speed...
Alternatives to Mobile Check Deposit for PayPal Users
Consumers were left scrambling after the PayPal mobile check deposit feature was discontinued, but here are alternatives to the popular mobile deposit app.
Katherine Muniz
Why You Should Not Avoid Online Banks
Opening an online bank account isn't always as easy as many people make it out to be. Read on to learn more about why the hassles exist in the first place.
Erik Neilson
10 Home Buying Tips That Will Keep You from Overpaying for a Property
Am I offering too much or too little for a home that I absolutely adore?
I...
How You're Easily Duped by Debt Settlement Companies That Don't Seem So Bad At First
“Debt free in 24-48 months.”“Resolve debt with one low monthly payment.”“Credit card...
How to Deal With Added Costs of Higher Rent So It Doesn’t Stress You Out
Moving to a more expensive place can be difficult, especially considering the added costs. Here are a few personal tips to help keep you on track.
Erik Neilson
Master These 5 Steps So You Stop Throwing Away Airline Miles and Other Travel Rewards
Many folks have travel rewards points that go unused or miles that expire. Here are 5 bad habits to change if you want to use more travel rewards.
Daryl Paranada
Fees to Cash a Check for Non-Customers at the Top Banks
Every bank requires that you have two forms of government-issued ID (i.e.,...
Why Second Chance Checking Accounts Aren't as Complicated as You Think
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How Out-of-Network Deposits Work at Allpoint ATMs
Learn more about out-of-network ATM deposits (cash or check) for the Allpoint Network. This means that many online bank customers will have more convenience.
Simon Zhen
What to Know Before Opening a Joint Checking Account
Don't make opening a joint checking account too complicated. There's only thing you'll ever need to consider.
Katherine Muniz
Learn When Your Check Funds Will Be Available and Never Pay Overdraft Fees Again
Where you bank is a big factor when it comes to how long you must wait for a check...
5 Reasons Why You Should Avoid Cosigning for a Loan
Suppose a loved one or child approaches you and asks you to cosign on a loan....
Boost Your Savings By Never Paying Full Price for These 10 Everyday Services and Items
Many Americans struggle to save. Here are tips to help you save money on everyday items and services you should never pay full price for ever again.
Daryl Paranada