In Tough Lending Times, Private Mortgages are on the Rise

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  Banks, mortgages lenders and other traditional lenders may have stricter lending criteria, but private mortgage lenders may be reaping the benefits. Private mortgage lending has become a more popular option for various types of borrowers and … [Read more...]

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Don’t Save Money. Make More!

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Earlier this year I read a great blog post from Ramit Sethi about how people often focus on the wrong side of the personal finance equation: we’re often told to save money, be more frugal, stop drinking so many lattes, etc. but few people ever try … [Read more...]

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Join Quizzle as a Guest on WiseBread.com’s Weekly TweetChat

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Quizzle is making a guest appearance on Wise Bread’s weekly TweetChat. Please join us Thursday at 12:00 pm Pacific/3:00 pm Eastern for lively conversation and a chance to win prizes! Use the hashtag #WBChat to participate. For an easy way to … [Read more...]

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Struggling with Debt? Consider this Advice from Suze Orman

Financial (and Life) Advice from Suze Orman

A few weeks ago I was watching Suze Orman’s show on a Saturday night (I live a fast-paced, exciting life), which featured an interview with a young woman whose personal finances had brought her (literally) to tears. This woman (I can’t … [Read more...]

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Is Debt the Secret to Better Self-Esteem?

Does Debt Boost Self-Esteem?

Americans love credit cards. We have nearly 609 million credit cards - two for every man, woman and child in the United States - and owe a total of nearly $790 billion in credit card debt, with an average credit card debt per household of over … [Read more...]

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6 Steps to Prepare for Debt Ceiling Fallout

How to Survive Debt Ceiling Fallout

While politicians dance on the edge of the cliff, get your personal finances ready for anything. The economics and politics of the most recent financial crisis - hitting the financial debt ceiling - will make your head hurt. However, following a … [Read more...]

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The Truth about the “D” Word: DEBT

The Truth about Debt

By: John D. Buerger, CFP® DEBT is the four-letter-word of personal finance. Most people have some debt with which to deal. Once the debt level gets to a certain point, it is nearly impossible to rid yourself of it. Interest payments crowd out all … [Read more...]

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What’s the Best Way to Pay off Student Loans?

How to Pay off Student Loans Faster

By: Jeremy Fordham It seems like getting a college degree these days is a prerequisite for working in most professions. In today’s economy especially, employers are frequently inundated with waves of resumes that force them to resort to mass … [Read more...]

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Do You Still Have Holiday Debt?

How to Pay off Holiday Debt Once and for All!

It’s six months after the holiday season and many people are still carrying credit card balances from holiday shopping sprees.  Did you overspend buying Christmas gifts for friends and family?  Have you been sending just the minimum payments to … [Read more...]

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3 Ways to Break Free from Debt

Break Free from Debt!

While it is typically not the American dream to get into debt, it can be a dream come true to finally dig yourself out of debt. Learn three ways that Americans may be able to beat the debt monster once and for all. The three areas include a mortgage … [Read more...]

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Personal Finance for Beginners

Get Started with Personal Finance

When you take that first leap toward financial independence, it can be rather overwhelming. People start throwing abbreviations at you like FICO and IRA, and you may often be left scratching your head. Don’t worry! With these five easy steps, … [Read more...]

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