Hurricane Recovery: Financial Institutions Step It Up
We have all heard the stories of financial institutions exploiting consumers with shady practices such as exorbitant interest rates, hidden fees, and the like. These accounts anger us and, rightfully, those that practice these deeds should be exposed. Fortunately, not all reports are bad as ... more...

Are Interest Rates Up, Up and Away?
Interest rates have been at their lowest levels in over 40 years. U.S. consumers have been able to purchase previously unaffordable homes, cars and other toys. Many have used cheap home equity loans to remodel, take vacations and pay off credit cards. Students have taken advantage of the ... more...

Property Investment Strategies
If stocks and shares have been too much of a roller coaster ride over recent years or you are simply looking to diversify your investment capital, you may want to consider the following property investment strategies.Buy-to-letThe term 'buy-to-let' first came about during the mid-1990s and ... more...

When is a Commercial Lender not a Commercial Lender?
A Commercial Lender is Not a Commercial Lender When it is a BankA commercial lender offers loans backed by hard collateral, usually real estate. Usually a commercial lenders lending criteria will be less stringent than at the local bank. This is because most banks focus on providing private ... more...

Debt Reduction Program - Finding The Right Program For You
Find the right debt reduction program begins by asking yourself some key questions. Once you have identified your situation and goals, you can pick the program with the best results.Ask Yourself Some QuestionsWhat kind of debt are you dealing with mortgage or credit cards? How manageable are your ... more...

Plan Your Budget Before Investing on a Property
Owing a property gives a person financial security but before buying any type of property be it home, land, or some commercial property its very important to estimate your budget.Pre-qualification is a very essential step in going for a property deal. There are various ways of pre-qualifying but ... more...

Save Yourself from Homebuying Disasters
Whether you are a first time home buyer or a happy home owner who wants to refinance an existing home loan, there are some cardinal dos and donts to follow. For many, home ownership is the biggest investment in their lives and that could be the reason why some people act irrationally, as if they ... more...

Finances for the Freelancer
Budgeting and financial planning are great ideas, but how in the world do you budget or plan when you don't know from one month to the next how much money you're going to earn? You have months at a time when you earn very little money, and then during the prosperous months you're busy playing ... more...

Credit And Debt Relief--A One Stop Solution
Amy Wright, 34, was extatic when her realtor showed her the three bedroom townhome overlooking the lushious golf course. It was exactly the home she was looking for. The interior was sunny and bright, with a newly remodeled kitchen, spacious bedrooms, and the perfect little study area to set up her ... more...

Consumer Debt Solution - Analyzing Your Options
You have several options to reduce your consumer debt. You can take the do-it-yourself approach by consolidating debts into a low rate loan. You can also find help through companies that management payments or negotiate debt elimination. Each option has pros and cons, and should be analyzed ... more...

Home Equity Loans Company 7 Key Questions to Help You Choose One
Choosing the right home equity loan can be tricky; you have to consider interest rates and repayment schedules, among others. Choosing the right lender, however, does not have to be a difficult task. If you ask the right questions, you can pick the best lender for your needs. The following is a ... more...