New York Daily News: Home Buying
In this week’s New York Daily News column, I discuss why it’s a great time to buy a home and how you can minimize closing costs.
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Money 911: Debt & Taxes
On Today’s Money 911 we answered viewers questions on refinancing a home, self employment tax rates and the best way to increase your credit score when paying off credit cards. To learn more check out the video clip below.
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Today’s Money: Financial Secrets to Keep
This morning on Today I spoke with Natalie Morales and David Bach about what financial secrets you should keep close to the vest. To learn more check out the video clip below.
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Money 911: Real Estate & Retirement
On Today’s Money 911 we talked about ways to save above and beyond a 401(k) and if closing a credit card will hurt your credit score. To learn more watch the video clip below.
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Daily Finance: Housing Market
In my latest Daily Finance article, I discuss three key rules to follow during an unpredictable housing market.
Money 911: Divorce & Beneficiaries
On Today’s Money 911 we talked about changing beneficiaries after a divorce or marriage and how to build credit so you can purchase a future home. To learn more watch the video clip below.
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Daily Finance: Housing Market
In my latest Daily Finance article, I explain what the housing market is signaling now for the average consumer.
Money 911: Debt While on Disability
On Today’s Money 911 we talked about tips to help clean up your credit score, and how to juggle paying student loans when you’re on disability. To learn more watch the video clip below.
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Ask Jean: Mortgage In Bankruptcy Dragging Us Down
Hi Jean, I am really frustrated today. My husband and I claimed bankruptcy and it was discharged 2 years ago. We are trying to work out a modification on our mortgage (the mortgage was included in the bankruptcy). I just tried to get into a newer used car — the minivan we have is falling apart by the day. We are still in need of a co-signer. We have gotten a few small credit cards to help build our scores back up. We were at 740/745 when we filed and it brought our scores down to 640. We have built them up a bit to 700. When will we be able to get a car loan on our own? Is there anything else we can do? I got the feeling from the dealership that even if we had good scores, the house is what is dragging us down. Thank you for your time. – Robyn
Hi Robyn,
I’m sorry you’re frustrated. I wish that I could flip a switch and make this all better for you but the unfortunate fact about credit score improvement is that it takes months and, particularly after a bankruptcy, years — not days, not even weeks. Making sure that you pay every one of your bills on time and stay out of credit card debt is exactly what you need to do to get yourself back on your feet. More…
Money 911: Student Loans & Mortgages
On Today’s Money 911 we talked about how to juggle paying for school, while saving for retirement. Plus, what to do when paying for a mortgage is part of your divorce decree. Check out the clip below to learn more.
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