Buying a House or a Home?
A house is just that, a house, until someone lives in it. That's when it becomes a Home. There's a big difference. At our house, we always say our home is "well lived in." And, with a family of six, four of them being between the ages of 9 and 15, this house has no choice! Our house, being in ... more...

Reverse Mortgage: A Dignified Way for Retirees to Supplement Income and Take Care of Expenses
For many Americans reaching the retirement age, the equity build up in their home is their only real asset. Reverse mortgage is a way to tap into this asset and create a stream of income needed for retirement or take care of an unexpected financial need that is usually related to health care costs ... more...

Private Student Loans Dispelling The Myths
Private Student Loans dispelling the mythsIf savings, grants, scholarships, and federal loans dont cover the cost of your education, its time to turn to private loans. But young college students cant qualify for a private loan, can they? Wrong! This article addresses this and other myths about ... more...

VA Home Loan Information - Buying A House With A VA Loan
Buying a home with a VA guaranteed loan grants veterans and service persons better terms than that of a conventional mortgage loan. VA loans are handled through private mortgage lenders, so there is limited bureaucratic red tape.Understanding VA LoansVA mortgage loans are guaranteed by the ... more...

Student Loan 101: Get Money and Get a Degree
If you are like every other college student out there, you need to pay for college somehow. Many students look into getting government grants or taking out loans from friends and family. These can be extremely effective means of financing an education and these options should be looked at. ... more...

Student Loans: When Your Educational Dreams Can't Compete With The Cost
Do you know whats soaring and trying to touch the sky? The cost of education. Evidently there arises a need for student loans. There is no doubt there are scholarships and grants but they do not always make sure that the cost of education is paid for. 64% of students borrow loans for their ... more...

How Homeowner Can Save Their Home From Foreclosure
Drive around and see how many signs you see that says House for Sale. How many lease purchases do you see? How many abandon houses are on your street? Our country is up against the wall with delinquence mortgages. FHA mortgage lenders are filing claims in the millions from HUD. How do I know? ... more...

The Last Debt Solution Should Be Bankruptcy
A debt solution like bankruptcy should really only be used as a last possible solution. The problem with this solution of debt problems is that it includes a lot more than simply eliminating debt. When someone declares them self bankrupted, all debt collection actions against that person are ... more...

Tips For First-Time Home Buyers
As a first-time homebuyer, you are eligible for many programs offered by mortgage companies and the government. An often-overlooked resource for the first-time buyer is their local county government or municipality. Many counties in the United States offer incentives for first-time home buyers. ... more...