Category Archives: Consumer Education Resources

Bankruptcy – The Final Option or a New Beginning?

Posted on March 16, 2011 by admin

Personal or business bankruptcy can be a bitter pill to swallow. Bankruptcy can be the best solution when the amount we owe our creditors exceeds our ability to repay our financial obligations by too great an amount. Bankruptcies have soared … Continue reading →

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Know the Score – Your Credit Score, That Is

Posted on March 1, 2011 by admin

What is a credit score? A credit score is a mathematical model that evaluates the information in your credit file to come up with a score. A lender will use your credit score to determine whether you qualify for a … Continue reading →

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Save on Your Prescription Medications – a Consumer Education Tip

Posted on February 24, 2011 by admin

We all need prescription medications from time to time. What we don’t need are the high prices that brand name medications carry. If you want to save money on your next visit to the pharmacy then check out “Save on Your Prescription Medications – a Consumer Education Tip.” Continue reading →

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Everything You Need to Know About Personal Finance on One Page

Posted on February 22, 2011 by admin

Great advice from personal finance guru Trent Hamm of thesimpledollar.com blog. Continue reading →

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Are Reverse Mortgages Right for You?

Posted on February 18, 2011 by admin

Are reverse mortgages an option for you? Learn about HUD’s Reverse Mortgage program and watch an informative video. Continue reading →

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Your Home

Posted on February 18, 2011 by admin

A home is the single biggest financial investment most of us make in our lives. There are many resources available to help us make the right home investment. How to Buy Your First Home – Forbes.com provides great advice for … Continue reading →

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Personal Finance Tools, Software & Calculators

Posted on February 18, 2011 by admin

There are any number of tools to make your personal financial calculations a breeze. Here’s a selection that will help you buy a home or plan your retirement. Continue reading →

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Read All About It – Books for Managing Your Money and Your Finances

Posted on February 16, 2011 by admin

There’s nothing like a good book – print or digital – to lead you in the right direction with respect to managing your money, learning how to budget and understanding investments. From online superstores to your local library or corner … Continue reading →

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There’s An App for That – Managing Your Finances

Posted on February 16, 2011 by admin

Check out the resources available for the new generation of smart phones that help you track, budget and manage your money, investments and every other aspect of your personal finances. Personal Financial Apps for Phones featuring the Android Operating System from … Continue reading →

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Manage Your Money Better with Your Own Mint

Posted on February 15, 2011 by admin

There’s a saying in business that you can’t improve what you don’t measure. The same applies to developing a strong personal financial foundation. The key to any sound personal financial strategy is knowing what you’re spending compared to what you’re … Continue reading →

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