Financial Literacy

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12 steps for victims of identity fraud

Article: If you're a victim of ID theft, follow this program to reclaim your identity and restore your good name.

5 people with great jobs that pay well

Article: Find out how these real people overcame the odds and networked their way into great jobs.

Building blocks for successful investing

Article: Successful investing starts with knowledge. Here are the basics to get your portfolio on the right path.

Lucky 13 emergency savings strategies

Article: You can control your finances and build up savings with these 13 easy-to-follow tips.

Money management 101

Article: This mini-course gives you seven steps to help get your financial life in order.

How to bounce back from adversity

Article: Rather than wallow in misery, learn from mistakes and move on from bankruptcy, foreclosure, divorce.

Understanding mortgages

Article: Buying a home is fun, getting the right mortgage isn't. This Financial Literacy series sheds light on mortgages.

Why buy a home?

Article: The best use for your credit is a mortgage. Owning your own home is a great asset, just choose a wisely.

Finding the best mortgage lender

Article: Scoring the best deal means finding the lender who understands your situation and works for you.

How to deal with the coming economic crisis

Article: Think we've experienced a crisis? Expect things to get worse, says author Stephen Leeb, Ph.D.

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Overnight Averages

Product	Rate	+/-	Last week
30 yr fixed mtg	3.82%		3.73%
15 yr fixed mtg	3.11%		3.03%
5/1 ARM	2.67%		2.68%

View rates in your area:

Product	Rate	+/-	Last week
$30K HELOC	4.59%		4.59%
$30K home equity loan	5.74%		5.75%
$50K HELOC	4.24%		4.24%

View rates in your area:

Product	Rate	+/-	Last week
48 month used car loan	4.35%		4.35%
48 month new car loan	3.24%		3.24%
36 month used car loan	4.34%		4.35%

View rates in your area:

Product	Yield	+/-	Last week
6 month CD	0.46%		0.47%
1 yr CD	0.70%		0.75%
5 yr CD	1.47%		1.47%

Compare rates:

Product	Rate
Balance Transfer Cards	16.10%
Cash Back Cards	16.36%
Low Interest Cards	10.69%

Compare rates:

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