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Mortgage Escrow
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 07/15/2008
- Mortgages
Escrow accounts protect the interests of both homeowner and mortgage lender.
401(k) Loans
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 05/7/2008
- Your Retirement
Don't take a 401(k) loan until you've exhausted other options.
Recent Articles
The Debt Snowball
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published Yesterday
- Credit and Debt
Dave Ramsey's popular debt elimination technique has proven successful for many frustrated consumers.
The Emotional Relationship with Money
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 08/23/2008
- General Interest
Money management is more than mathematics; you must also understand yourself.
Your Credit Utilization Ratio
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 08/22/2008
- Credit and Debt
It's more important how it affects your bank account than your credit score.
Inflation Picks Up the Pace
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 08/21/2008
- Current Events
If you think everything is getting more and more expensive, it is.
Paying for Online Purchases
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 08/20/2008
- General Interest
Shopping online saves a lot of hassle, but choose a safe payment method.
Credit Unions
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 08/16/2008
- Banking
Your local credit union may offer a better deal than a commercial bank.
Certificates of Deposit (CDs)
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 08/9/2008
- Saving and Investing
CDs are a relatively safe investment, as long as you choose appropriately for your situation.
Paying Bills Online
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 08/6/2008
- Banking
It's quick and easy; much more practical than with checks, envelopes, and stamps.
Surviving an Economic Downturn
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 08/3/2008
- Economic Concerns
Responsible finacial management is key, no matter what is going on with the economy.
Unemployment Rate Hits Four-Year High
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 08/1/2008
- Current Events
The U.S. Department of Labor announced unemployment rates on Friday.