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Borrowers Rush to Refinance as Rates Drop

posted: 18 DAYS 3 HOURS AGOcomments: 0

filed under: Loans, Mortgages, Refinancing

The Federal Reserve's unexpectedly steep rate cut this week spurs struggling homeowners to refinance their mortgages at some of the lowest rates in nearly half a century.

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How Can You Afford College Now?

posted: 59 DAYS 4 HOURS AGOcomments: 0

filed under: College Finance, Credit, Loans, Personal Loans

Credit is tight and lenders are making it tough for borrowers to take out new loans. That could spell doom for those who are trying to finance a college eduction. Good luck then that Ken and Daria Dolan are on the case! They got ways to find funding for cash-strapped parents.

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10 Things Going Right in America Today

posted: 69 DAYS 9 HOURS AGOcomments: 0

The markets may be in turmoil. The economic outlook is grim. But not all the news is bad. Click through our gallery as Kiplinger's editors share ten things going right in America these days. See if you agree.

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posted: 166 DAYS 5 HOURS AGOcomments: 0

filed under: IRA, Life Insurance, Loans, Mortgages, Online Taxes, Personal Finance, Personal Loans, Recession

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Buyer Beware: Subprime Loans

posted: 160 DAYS 4 HOURS AGOcomments: 0

filed under: Loans, Personal Loans

Remember when you're shopping for a subprime loan, it doesn't mean lenders don't want your business. Just the opposite, actually, but it does mean you'll pay more for the money you borrow -- all the more reason to shop carefully.

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10 Reasons Not To Loan Money to Friends

posted: 150 DAYS 8 HOURS AGOcomments: 0

filed under: Loans, Personal Loans

When you have a friend in financial need, is it wise to fund a loan? Before you put your friendship and bank account at risk, consider this list of ten reasons why you shouldn't.

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Bad Move: Withdrawing From 401(k)

posted: 150 DAYS 8 HOURS AGOcomments: 0

filed under: Loans, Personal Loans

With the cost of living increasing almost across the board, more and more people are taking "hardship withdrawls" from their retirement accounts. However, using retirement funds before you reach retirement age comes with a big price.

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The Hidden Tricks of Credit Reporting

posted: 159 DAYS 3 HOURS AGOcomments: 0

filed under: Credit Cards, Credit Reports, Identity Theft, Loans, Specials

You may know the basics about your credit score, but there's more to it than just paying your bills on time. Ken and Daria Dolan take you behind the hidden tricks of credit reporting so you can keep you score high.