01 Apr When family won’t repay a loan
The options are few, and they're ugly. ...
27 Mar Should I take a mortgage with the home’s seller?
The pros and cons of taking a seller's mortgage. ...
23 Mar What you should know about student loans
College borrowing can have long-term consequences. ...
20 Mar Choosing between debt consolidation and bankruptcy
Weighing bankruptcy and working with a credit counselor. ...
06 Mar Are my retirement accounts safe from creditors?
Retirement accounts are treated differently from other assets....
26 Feb Helping your child build good credit
You can help your kids build good credit by adding them as authorized users on your card. ...
23 Feb Can I hurt my credit by checking my credit report and credit score?
Your credit score can get dinged if a lender checks it, but what happens if you want to check it?...
16 Feb What does my fiancée’s bankruptcy mean to my money?
Before you get married, both partners should share everything about their finances. ...
03 Feb New Jersey property taxes rise… again
Property taxes in New Jersey rose again in 2014. ...
03 Feb What’s the right balance to keep on your credit cards?
If you're watching your credit score, here's important info on your credit card balances. ...