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AskMen.com Ryan Ortega |
Good Debt vs. Bad Debt Figuring out which debt to carry -- good vs. bad -- can help you maneuver your personal finances into positive territory. |
The Motley Fool April 15, 2004 |
Invest What You Can Afford Borrowing money to invest in the stock market might not be a good idea. |
The Motley Fool September 25, 2007 Dan Caplinger |
Cut Your Borrowing Costs When you're looking to borrow money, always look into how much you can save by financing a little bit less. The savings from making even a small down payment will often pay dividends for years to come. |
The Motley Fool June 15, 2007 Dan Caplinger |
Much Ado About 0.25% Interest rates have gone through the roof in the past six months. The average consumer, however, probably won't notice. |
The Motley Fool February 27, 2007 Mary Dalrymple |
Is Your Credit Habit Risking House and Home? What to know when considering using home equity to pay off credit card debt. |
The Motley Fool December 15, 2003 Dayana Yochim |
It Pays to Cheat Lenders use the lure of single-digit interest rates as a tool to get you to sign up for their credit cards. Used correctly, these deals can help you get out of debt. |
The Motley Fool April 1, 2005 Selena Maranjian |
Credit Cards Aren't Evil Credit cards are what we make of them. If we spend irresponsibly, they can do us in. If we use them sensibly, charging only what we can afford and paying off the bills on time, they can actually make us some money. |
The Motley Fool February 12, 2009 Dan Caplinger |
The Easiest Money You'll Ever Get If you want a loan without having to jump through a bunch of hoops, where should you turn? The answer is simple: Talk to your broker. |
The Motley Fool February 9, 2007 Mary Dalrymple |
Get Good Credit Habits Use your credit card's powers for good, not evil. |
This Old House Sid Davis |
Here's How to Finance Your Remodel Financing a remodeling project doesn't have to be a crap shoot. Here's a game plan for choosing the best deal. |
The Motley Fool May 18, 2004 Dayana Yochim |
Dump Your Duds Life is messy enough without having to manage a wallet full of plastic. With the average American household hauling around nearly 17 cards, it's no wonder that we suffer from bill-paying anxiety. |
The Motley Fool August 10, 2005 Dayana Yochim |
The Eight Commandments of Credit Follow these rules to win at the borrowing game. |
AskMen.com Michael Estrin |
How to Take Advantage of Home Equity Nearly 47% of household assets are tied up in the primary residence. Here are two ways to get at that cash and some tips on what you should use it for. |
The Motley Fool January 12, 2005 Dayana Yochim |
How To Cheat on Your Lender Having credit card commitment issues? Go ahead, play the field. But also consider the affect new credit (and canceling old cards) will have on your overall credit score. |
The Motley Fool January 10, 2005 Dayana Yochim |
Got Debt? Go Ahead, Invest You read that right. Even if you owe, put some dough in the market. |
AskMen.com Nate Steere |
Saving For Small Purchases The smartest people practice another kind of saving: saving for small, predictable purchases. These kinds of purchases cost more than we typically have in ready money. |
The Motley Fool October 20, 2007 Elizabeth Brokamp |
Gussy Up Your Credit Card Get more out of your credit cards before the holidays hit. |
The Motley Fool March 19, 2009 |
3 Ways You Must Protect Your Credit Now Your credit is under assault. Do what you can to keep it. |
The Motley Fool February 12, 2007 Matt Koppenheffer |
I Love Good Debt The richest people in America are taking on more debt than the middle and lower classes. But debt used wisely can be an ally in your quest to financial freedom. |
The Motley Fool January 20, 2005 Selena Maranjian |
Home Equity Loans Gaining Ground Grab lower interest rates, but keep that borrowing in check. |
The Motley Fool March 20, 2007 Mary Dalrymple |
5 Reasons to Scrimp for a Down Payment Of the million or so hurdles you can encounter between you and your first home, the down-payment hurdle can sometimes loom the largest. It's not easy, but it can save you more money down the road. |
The Motley Fool July 27, 2007 Rich Duprey |
Risky Mortgages Still Plentiful Learn a lesson from the current mortgage mess. Mortgage money is still some of the cheapest money available, and can provide a smart financial move, but be careful about creative financing tactics that seem too good to be true. |
The Motley Fool October 12, 2007 Dan Caplinger |
Where's the Consumer Credit Crunch? Housing may be slowing, but borrowing is moving full speed ahead. Last month, figures for both revolving credit, such as credit card debt, and non-revolving debt, like car and student loans, rose. |
The Motley Fool October 12, 2010 June Walbert |
Tackling Debt Credit card debt is the most expensive and least rewarding kind of debt. |
The Motley Fool December 23, 2005 Selena Maranjian |
My Credit Card Pays Me Cash Some cards will pay you for using them -- a good deal, eh? |
The Motley Fool November 3, 2006 Selena Maranjian |
Good Debt, Bad Debt Make sure you've got some of the good and little of the bad, but think twice before taking on any debt. |
The Motley Fool July 31, 2007 John Rosevear |
Getting a Grip on Debt Debt can quickly overwhelm your finances. Take steps today to bring your revolving debt under control. |
The Motley Fool October 9, 2008 Dan Caplinger |
The Real Threat to the U.S. Economy While big companies grab the headlines, small businesses need credit they can't get. |
The Motley Fool October 11, 2005 Seth Jayson |
Take the Free Money What if you could make that student loan pay you? With a little digging, it might. Here's where to start. |
The Motley Fool August 6, 2004 Dayana Yochim |
Cash, Miles, Points, or Perks? Find the right rewards credit card for your wallet. |
The Motley Fool August 9, 2007 Selena Maranjian |
Get the Point on "Points" If you're shopping for a new home and mortgage, you're going to hear a lot about origination and discount points. There's a time you should pay points, and a time you should skip them. |
The Motley Fool May 30, 2007 Dan Caplinger |
Get Paid to Save and Invest Credit cards aren't the only way to get cash back. Banks and brokers want your money, and they're willing to pay you for it. |
The Motley Fool June 11, 2007 Selena Maranjian |
Will That Be Credit or Debit? Think twice before assuming you're using the right card. |
The Motley Fool June 30, 2004 |
What's Your Down Payment? Learn to determine how much you should put down when buying a home. |
The Motley Fool September 24, 2004 |
Some Debt Is OK Pay attention to the interest rates you're paying on your debt. |
The Motley Fool November 16, 2007 Rich Duprey |
Battling for Payday Loans A ban on military payday loans keeps underpaid soldiers even more short of cash. |
The Motley Fool November 20, 2006 Mary Dalrymple |
Check Your Financial Health A little math can tell you lots about your financial situation. The most important feedback you can get from your net worth comes from tracking it over time, such as once a year. |
The Motley Fool February 23, 2007 Selena Maranjian |
$100,000 of Debt Paid Off If you're struggling with credit card debt, know that there can be a bright light at the end of your tunnel. |
AskMen.com Michael Estrin |
Financial Timeline So you finally have the chance to do something positive with your money, like paying off your debts and building a successful future. But to do so you'll need to follow a financial timeline. |
The Motley Fool March 5, 2008 Mary Dalrymple |
Are Credit Card Rewards Worth the Hassle? Credit cards carry some inherent dangers, but they also offer plenty of perks to the savvy user. |
The Motley Fool February 7, 2008 Selena Maranjian |
The Worst Idea Ever Some plastic cards in your wallet are worse than others. |
Entrepreneur May 2006 David Worrell |
Sound Structure There are plenty of strategies you can use to fund your business's growth. The trick is picking the one that suits your company best. |
The Motley Fool December 4, 2006 Dan Caplinger |
Avoid the Loan Sharks For those with less-than-perfect credit histories, there's a scary trend in personal finance these days. In the name of convenience, some borrowers are digging themselves into a hole from which they may never emerge. |
The Motley Fool November 17, 2006 Elizabeth Brokamp |
Ask Mrs. Riches: Two Steps Forward, Three Back When you have financial emergencies, how can you get ahead? |
AskMen.com February 4, 2001 Luis Rodrigues |
Make Your Money Last Most people have a hard time hanging on to their hard-earned money. But there are a lot of things you can do to make your money last without having to stand in line at the local food bank... |
The Motley Fool October 4, 2005 Dayana Yochim |
Before You Buy Real Estate... Six important financial steps to take before you make an offer. |
The Motley Fool May 17, 2005 Dayana Yochim |
Invest While in Debt? Sure! Putting off investing for your future because of some blanket rule about being debt-free is nearly as dangerous to your future financial health as putting everything on plastic and praying for a carefree retirement. |
AskMen.com Michael Estrin |
10 Common Savings Mistakes Here are the 10 most common mistakes people make about saving money. |
The Motley Fool March 26, 2009 Dayana Yochim |
5 Things to Know About Balance Transfer Deals Before you move your money, read the fine print. |
Financial Planning January 1, 2009 Deborah Fox |
Coming Up Short The current economic environment is putting considerable pressure on families. But if parents and their financial advisors take a proactive approach to college planning, parents and students can avoid reliance on credit markets. |