Q. I’m stuck in a home that is literally falling apart. It’s not worth what I owe, not even close, and it’s not worth putting money into. I feel trapped. I’ve got good credit and have debated about buying a new home and letting this one go, but I’m afraid of what will happen, i.e. [...]
Entries from November 30th, 2010
My Home is Falling Apart and Underwater – Repair or Walk?
November 30th, 2010 · 4 Comments · Mortgages
Tags: bad credit·being sued·foreclosure·Good Credit·Mortgage·underwater·underwater mortgages
3 Things You Can Learn from Black Friday Shoppers
November 29th, 2010 · No Comments · Consumer Info, Credit Cards
Unless you’re one of the particularly savvy shoppers who found all your gifts this post-Thanksgiving weekend, make note of the three top tips to takeaway from Black Friday shopping this year.
Tags: Black Friday·budget·Credit Cards·holiday spending·layaway·spending
How Charity Navigator Can Help Maximize Your Holiday Giving
November 24th, 2010 · No Comments · Consumer Info
Charity Navigator ranks thousands of U.S.-based charities to help you choose non-profits that use your support responsibily and effectively.
Tags: budget·charitable giving·Charity·charity evaluator·Charity Navigator·holidays·non-profit·save
Top Three Causes of Budget Failure
November 23rd, 2010 · No Comments · Budgeting
If you’re like me, budgeting seems like a tedious chore. Even after careful planning, there are many variables which can trip up the most well-thought out financial strategy. Budget creation must be unique to your situation. It has to take your spending habits, temperament and the needs of those the budget will impact into account. [...]
Tags: attitude·Budgeting·financial freedom·financial strategy·goals·instant gratification·motivation·saving·Unrealistic Expectations
