Real Estate

Money 911: Finding a renter for your second home

This morning on Money 911, we heard from a woman who is trying to decide what to do with her second property — should she sell it, or try to find a reliable renter? To see what we told her, plus tips on how to find a good C.D, check out the video clip below.

 

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Today’s Money: Is it time to refinance?

The interest rates we are seeing on mortgages now are extremely low — historically low, even. While refinancing might seem like a no-brainer, there are certain factors you need to consider before heading to the bank to refinance. To see the litmus test you should use before refinancing (hint: your credit score is a factor!), check out my segment from this morning’s TODAY Show:

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New York Daily News: Reevaluating reverse mortgages

In the face of a down economy, several banks have decided to leave the business of reverse mortgages.  Wells Fargo and Bank of America — the two biggest providers of this type of loan — have left the market, citing profit as a reason. In my latest New York Daily News column, I tell you what this change means for you.

Money 911: Paying for college and elderly parents

More and more Americans are a part of what is known as the “sandwich generation” — adults who are responsible for raising children and caring for elderly parents. According to research from the Pew Center, one out of every eight Americans ages 40 to 60 are in this category. As we discussed on Money 911 this morning, paying for your children’s college and your parents’ assisted living can be quite a financial strain. For tips on how to better deal with that situation — plus some advice on selling versus renting — check out the video clip below.

 

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Money 911: Protecting your finances after divorce

This morning on Today‘s Money 911, I spoke with a woman whose name is attached to her ex-husband’s mortgage — 2 full years after the divorce was finalized! To see what I told her — as well as other tips on investing and state pensions — check out the video clip below.

 

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New York Daily News: Mortgages

In this week’s New York Daily News column, I give you a true or false quiz to help you learn some mortgage basics.

Money 911: Looking for Work Over 60

On Today’s Money 911 we talked about what employers that check credit scores are looking for and gave tips for finding a job over 60. To hear about these topics and more check out the video clip below.

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Money 911: Real Estate

On Today’s Money 911 we talked about how to invest equity in your home and choosing a short sale over foreclosure. To learn more check out the video clip below.

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wowOwow: The Housing Market

Check out my new wowOwow post here – in it, I tell you why women are driving the real estate market and what you need to know if you’re thinking about jumping in the game this spring.

Money 911: Gifts, Loans & Retirement

On Today’s Money 911 we talked about how to invest a monetary gift when the payout date is years away and where you can look for funding when you’re about to start a residency program. To learn about these topics and more check out the video clip below.

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