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Jobs Reports Show Mixed Message - Which Is Right?

The Labor Department reported today that the unemployment rate dropped to 9.7% today. At the same time, nonfarm payroll showed a decline of 20,000 jobs versus an anticipated gain of 25,000. What's going on? Which report is right? The... Read →

Earnings versus Market Movements

Over the long-term, there are usually only two factors that determine how successful your investments are.

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Five Tips for Using Your Credit Cards Wisely

Credit cards do not have to be evil. However, it is vital to use them responsibly so you do not get into financial troubles.

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What You Need to Get a House Loan from a Bank

When getting a mortgage loan from a bank, you need to to prove several things to show that you are credit worthy. But what sort of documentation do you need?

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'Housing Recovery'? Strategic Defaults Tell a Different Story

Let us all get one thing straight, this is an investment-led recovery. Asset prices have rallied strongly from their March 09 lows and corporations have done a phenomenal job of quickly cutting costs and returning to profitability. The... Read →

Pennsylvania Capital Harrisburg Considers Bankruptcy

Harrisburg, the capital of Pennsylvania is considering bankruptcy protection as it faces debt payments it can't meet. This comes as many believe that municipal bond defaults will grow as cities and states face rising debt costs and... Read →

Bank of America Museums On Us - Free Entry to Museums

Bank of America has a nice program called Museums On Us. It provides BofA debit card holders free entry to participating museums the first full weekend of every month.

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Nassim Nicholas Taleb Says Every Human Should Short US Treasuries

Nassim Nicholas Taleb, the author of Black Swan said today at a conference that "every single human" should bet that US Treasuries will decline. He believes it's a no-brainer based on the policies of the current... Read →

Credit Cards or Mortgages: What Do YOU Pay First?

When it comes down to paying your credit card bills or your mortgage, which one is a priority in your life?

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Is Now the Best Time to Refinance?

Mortgage rates are really low right now, but does that mean you should refinance your home?

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Why Treasury Rates are Going to Raise

Interest rates are very likely to enter an uptrend as we move through 2010. Increased government spending which has sharply increased in the last 18 months as the rescission started and the financial crisis impacted the US economy and set... Read →

iGoBanking Offering 3.55% APY 5-Year CD

iGOBanking.com is offering a 5-Year CD that pays 3.55% APY. That's currently the best 5-year cd rate according to the BestCashCow rate tables.

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The Case for Emerging Markets

Emerging Markets present a very viable and sustainable alternative to the United States for creating wealth in the long-term through investing. Here are some of my thoughts as to why this is the case and why every investor should consider investments abroad.

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Look Out for the New Credit Card Regulations

The new credit card regulations go into effect on February 22, 2010. What new guidelines should you expect?

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Five Things to Know about Buying Your First Home

Buying your first home can be an exciting and overwhelming experience. However, you can reduce the stress and make the right decisions if you know what to expect during the buying process.

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