What's This about a Housing Bubble?
In his recent testimony, Alan Greenspan warned against the possiblity that we have seen home prices plateau. The bursting of the "bubble" could cause a big hit to the U.S. economy. But, why should we worry?Well, as we all know, house prices are up across the country...over 10% in the last year, ... more...

How To Build Financial Independence
Your most important responsibility as an adult is to achieve financial independence for yourself and for your family. Aside from the practical tangible benefits of having all the money you need, there are even more important reasons for obtaining financial freedom.To achieve financial freedom you ... more...

Life After Bankruptcy: 7 Tips To Get Your Life On Track After Bankruptcy
A life in bankruptcy is not an unbearable phase if you look at it from a positive angle. If you found it unbearable, I'm sure you won't want to go through it again. While the court 'reorganizes' you by selling your personal assets to pay off your debts, so too you must reorganize your thoughts and ... more...

How to Choose the Right Bank Account for Your Needs
Opening a new bank account is a major step in your life, and as such it should not be taken lightly. Depending upon the use that you have intended for the account, certain options might be very beneficial to you while others might not be beneficial at all.By taking a little time to consider exactly ... more...

Should You Ever Take a Payday Loan?
Payday loans have many names -- cash advances, signature loans and paycheck loans, etc. Payday lenders provide quick and easy short-term cash to those who need money immediately. That's the big reason why they're so popular. However, payday loans come at exorbitant costs. This can -- and often ... more...

Setting Financial Goals - Part 1
Setting goals is difficult enough without adding the word finance in the mix. Many people are reluctant to tackle the task of determining financial goals. Unfortunately failing to do so can have an adverse effect on achieving a comfortable lifestyle later on in life. This article helps to guide ... more...

Prices: Where Are They Headed?
Money is the source of all evils - so goes the popular saying. Money is also what makes real estate spin around. So the critical question of the year becomes: where are real estate prices headed? Short of using a crystal ball, there are indeed a few considerations that can be made to have a general ... more...

Whatever You Do....Don't Save Money!
No, that's not a misprint. Even though falling interest rates are good when you want to get a loan, they are bad for people with savings accounts.In this economy your best investment, the best place to put your money is into paying off debts. Think of it as investing in your debt because that is ... more...

Long Term Financial Vehicles
Investing in long-term financial vehicles give you the most gains but it also puts your funds at greater risk. There is much truth to the saying, there is no gain if there is no risk. Still you can reduce your chances of losing your hard earned money, by researching and taking time to understand ... more...