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#499 Best Ways to Prepare for Black Friday Deals in 2015

While it may seem like you just put the wreath and tree back in the attic, the holiday season once again looms around the corner. For most people, this means reconnecting with family, eating way too much and, of course, lots and lots of shopping. For hardcore shoppers, the entire month between Th... see more

#497 10 Questions You Forget to Ask When Buying a House

If you are thinking about buying a home, you are not alone. According to the New York Times, more Americans are getting home-buying fever.With all of this good news about the housing industry over the last few years, prices are inching up but mortgage interest rates remain low, making this... see more

#409 Best Freelancing Jobs For Retirees

With a life expectancy now past 80 years, today's retirees are more likely to die earlier of sheer boredom than of anything else if they don't stay active. This is, after all, the baby boom generation we're talking about. Is Mick Jagger playing shuffleboard? Is Bill Clinton going to bingo? No. Bu... see more

#385 3 Reasons to Invest in Multi-family Real Estate

Real estate can be an alternative for those who are not able to withstand the volatility of the stock market. It is also a better investment for those investors who wish to take an active role in growing their capital, rather than passively putting their money into a fund to be managed by someone... see more

#376 States That Allow Car Title Loans

A car title loan is a short-term loan for which the borrower's vehicle is used as collateral. The typical repayment term is 30 days and, unless restricted, the typical interest rate is 250% to 400%. Online lenders have quoted rates as high as 651% for car title loans.The amount of the loan... see more

#361 How to Choose the Best Medicare Advantage Plan

When it's time to sign up for Medicare, one choice you have is whether to stay with original Medicare or opt for one of the healthcare plans offered under Medicare Advantage (Part C of Medicare). Medicare Advantage plans provide a Medicare-approved private alternative to original Medicare (Parts ... see more

#301 The Most Expensive States To Retire In

More than half of all Americans – 58% – feel like they are not on track for retirement, according to a study from Ameriprise Financial. And a recent survey from Bankrate.com shows that 26% of Americans between the age of 50 and 64 have saved nothing at all for retirement. These and a host of ... see more

#288 The Most Expensive Neighborhoods in San Francisco

Domestic housing prices have been steadily increasing since the 2007-2009 U.S. housing crisis. While this is not a surprise, what is interesting is how quickly the cost of living in major cities has bounced back. In fact, most major cities have higher rents and mortgage payments than many people ... see more

#198 Variable Annuities: A Good Retirement Investment?

One of the biggest worries for older investors is the prospect of outliving their assets. With many people in the developed world now living 20 or more years past retirement, those fears are often justified.Annuities have long been a popular strategy for managing this so-called longevity r... see more

#154 How To Keep Costs Low When Refinancing Your Home

By Shayla MarsLooking to refinance your home? With interest rates still being relatively low, now is a great time to capitalize on refinancing your home. It is important to keep in mind that, like when you purchased your first mortgage, there will be closing costs associated with refinanci... see more

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