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• You, not the lender, should set size of mortgage

  You, not the lender, should decide how much mortgage you can really afford.

  2 min read Aug 30, 2001

  

• Repairing credit destroyed in a divorce

  If you’re not the primary account holder, you need to protect yourself against your ex continuing to use the account.

  3 min read Aug 27, 2001

  

• 4 secrets to successful mortgage negotiations

  To become a savvy mortgage shopper, clean up your credit report, understand points, negotiate closing costs and search for the best mortgage rate.

  3 min read Aug 20, 2001

  

• Financial Literacy Guide: Are you a cheapskate?

  Some let money flow like water. Others pinch pennies until Honest Abe cries. Which are you?

  3 min read Jul 31, 2001

  

• Frequently asked questions about identity theft

  Take this quiz to find out if you have your financial priorties straight.

  4 min read Jul 31, 2001

  

• Should you borrow from your builder?

  Now you can get your mortgage from the same people who are building your home. It’s more convenient, but it could be costly.

  4 min read Jul 19, 2001

  

• Dawn Wells: Mary Ann’s financial ship never ran aground

  Dawn Wells — best known as Mary Ann on the long-lasting sitcom Gilligan’s Island — has gone from an uncharted desert isle to charging a shrewd financial course.

  4 min read Jul 18, 2001

  

• What’s your spending style?

  Does cash burn a hole in your pocket or are you so tight with money it hurts?

  3 min read Jun 12, 2001

  

• Eight tips to effective radio advertising

  8 tips on making effective radio ads

  1 min read Jun 01, 2001

  

• Credit card penalty fees keep climbing

  Credit card companies have strapped on the brass knuckles and they have no intention of taking them off.

  5 min read May 14, 2001