With interest rates as low as they are, bonds are not the retireeâs friend they used to be, so what can you do to replace them in your portfolio? Three possibilities include real estate, options and annuities.
Shopping for a home has evolved over the years. Here’s what you need to know about the new generation of buyers.
For the past five years, our oldest daughter has been enrolled in daycare. So, my husband and I have eagerly awaited the day when she would start public school and we could once again enjoy an extra $1,500 in our…
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If youâre a homeowner, or just became one during the pandemic, youâve likely heard of mortgage forbearance. Not to be confused with mortgage forgiveness, it allows borrowers to suspend mortgage payments for a period of time if experiencing a hardship related to COVID-19. Eventually those missed payments need to be repaid, likely via a payment [&hellip
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I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but summer is coming to an end. You know what that meansâback to school shopping! Whether you are shopping for yourself or for your growing little ones, all those expenses can…
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Yesterday, many declared âvictoryâ when the Fed decided not to taper its monthly purchases of mortgage-backed securities and longer-term Treasuries. Put simply, most assumed the Fed would announce some level of tapering, such as reducing their $40 billion in monthly MBS purchases by $10 billion, just to test the waters. Instead, they decided to keep [&hellip
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Why bank online? Check out some of the benefits of online bank accounts.
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Allstate is one of the biggest insurers in the United States and has a history that dates back to the 1930s. With a revenue of nearly $40 billion, it is one of the richest corporations in the country and insurers millions of individuals across all 50 states. About Allstate Car Insurance Coverage Allstate offers extensive car insurance and motorcycle insurance, with varied and affordable […]
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Congrats! You had a baby! And now itâs time for you to transition back to work. It’s hard enough to mentally and logistically prepare for a new job of being a parent, but add in fears plus emotions (hello hormones)…
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Find out how the recent Federal Reserve rate hike could affect your home-buying and refinancing plans.