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How to Manage Your Mortgage If Your Lender Closes or Files for Bankruptcy

bshort writes, "With over 200 lenders closing since 2006, many of you may be wondering what to do if your lender closes or files bankruptcy. Here are several situation-based tips for consumers who need to know what to expect in today’s mortgage market:"

Posted on Jan 30, 2008 08:18am. (Read More... | 4188 bytes more)

Investing For Kids? Keep These Dates in Mind

keithavery writes, " If you have young children or grandchildren, you may want to start investing for them - and you should. As you invest, however, you'll need to keep a couple of key dates in mind - because they can make a difference in your family's tax situation and your control of your child's or grandchild's assets. "

Posted on May 24, 2007 09:49am. (Read More... | 3183 bytes more)

Talk to Your Adult Children about Estate Plans

keithavery writes, "What type of legacy would you like to leave to your adult children? Whatever you have in mind, share it with them. By making sure they understand what elements are in your estate plan, you can avoid a lot of confusion, hard feelings and family squabbles when it's time to settle your affairs."

Posted on Nov 16, 2006 13:56pm. (Read More... | 3049 bytes more)

Opening a Small Business? Don't Give Up Financial Security

keithavery writes, "st year, more than 670,000 businesses opened their doors, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration. In fact, hundreds of thousands of people set up their own shops every single year. "

Posted on Nov 16, 2006 13:54pm. (Read More... | 3265 bytes more)

Consider These

keithavery writes, "Many of us are inspired by great quotations. And you can find plenty of them related to investing. Let's take a look at some of these quotes to determine what they may have to offer us."

Posted on Aug 25, 2006 10:27am. (Read More... | 3341 bytes more)

Planning for Retirement? Avoid Unrealistic Expectations

keithavery writes, "The chances are pretty good that, at one time or another, you've thought about the "ideal" retirement. But have you really considered what it takes to get there? "

Posted on Aug 25, 2006 10:26am. (Read More... | 3370 bytes more)

Diversify Holdings Before and After Retirement

keithavery writes, "By spreading your investment dollars among a range of securities, you can help defend yourself against downturns that may largely affect one type of asset"

Posted on Aug 25, 2006 10:25am. (Read More... | 3423 bytes more)