Archives for June, 2011
**Updated: MMI is no longer accepting applications for the Emergency Homeowners' Loan Program (EHLP)**
The Emergency Homeowners' Loan Program (EHLP) is a 1 billion dollar initiative that is expected to help up to 30 thousand homeowners in 27 states an...
Before you begin the home buying process, it’s important determine exactly how much money you can afford to spend on your new home. Knowing this information upfront can save you a lot of time and effort and is one of the keys to long-term succes...
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Jun
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According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, 90% of senior citizens and 58% of nonelderly adults rely on a prescription medicine on a regular basis. Unfortunately, the cost of prescription drugs increased an average of almost 7% annually betwee...
Ah, summertime. Who doesn’t love the idea of spending the long, hot days lounging by the pool, sipping on homemade lemonade?
While adopting this lackadaisical approach to tackling long summer days may be tempting, there’s one area you sho...
Spending a week at summer camp can be a great experience for kids. In addition to having a lot of fun, campers can learn new skills, make friends, and gain independence. However, parents know that sending their kids to camp can be expensive...
Websites such as Facebook and Twitter can add a lot to your social life, but their use also comes with the inevitable myriad of consequences. Some are more obvious, such as the loss of time management skills. (Did I really just spend two hours on Faceb...
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Jun
Do I need renters insurance
I’ve been living in my current apartment for about two years and I’ve managed to make it without renter’s insurance while avoiding any major disasters (knock on wood). Lately, I have been shopping around for renter’s insurance. ...
Raising a son or daughter is the most important and longest job a father will ever have. This Father’s Day we recognize the 70 million dads around the country for their contribution to raising the next generation. In addition to being a driver, c...
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Jun
Does Father Know Best
As Father’s Day approaches, many dads begin reflecting on the life skills they’re teaching their children. Nice manners, discipline and a good work ethic top many lists. Not to be overlooked, however, are financial skills, becau...
With a little common sense, saving money on things like home repairs and electricity is easy. Remember, small lifestyle changes can make a big financial difference.
We asked some savvy consumers to share their tips for saving money around ...