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20 plain-English guides on mortgages, property, debt, insurance and the money decisions around a household.

Rates, quotes, approvals and what lenders actually look at.

Refinancing

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When a refinance pays for itself — and when it does not.

Home Buying

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First homes, mobile homes, inspections and moving day.

Getting balances, credit and repayment plans under control.

Protecting the household income behind the mortgage.

Family Finance

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Marriage, divorce, children and the money in between.

Planning for Your Financial Future

Planning for Your Financial Future

Two heads are better than one, so sit down with your spouse and plan out your financial future together.

Nathan Dawson · 2 min read

Financial Back-to-School Basic for Mom and Dad

Financial Back-to-School Basic for Mom and Dad

(ARA) - Each fall, millions of moms and dads spend countless hours purchasing back-to-school necessities for their children. While some parents equip their child with the latest…

ARA · 3 min read

Prenuptial Agreements: Protecting Your Financial Security

Prenuptial Agreements: Protecting Your Financial Security

The decision to get married is a big one in anyone's life. Nowadays, it is common for people, men and women alike, to secure themselves a career and a stable financial background.…

Hannibal Whitestone · 3 min read

Women and Divorce: How Women Should Protect Themselves Financially Regarding Divorce

Women and Divorce: How Women Should Protect Themselves Financially Regarding Divorce

Women who believe a divorce is a possibility or who think that their husband will be asking about getting a divorce at some point should put their emotions aside and plan "just in…

Karl Augustine · 4 min read

Papers for Divorce

Papers for Divorce

Paoers for your divorce are very important as they deal with legal matters. You should always have the right paoers for divorce to prevent any legal complications in the future.…

Sara Jenkins · 2 min read

The Honeymoon's Over Now What?

The Honeymoon's Over Now What?

After your honeymoon, that’s it for luxurious vacations right? You’ve now got your mortgage to think about, car payments, utilities, saving for children if you plan to have them,…

Nathan Dawson · 2 min read

Top 10+ Ways to Jumpstart your New Year’s Finances!

Top 10+ Ways to Jumpstart your New Year’s Finances!

Of course, these don't have to be done in any particular order!

Cindy Morus · 3 min read