November 21, 2008
- 5 Cheap Ways to Go Solar
5 Cheap Ways to Go Solar
Going solar doesn't have to send your costs through the roof. Money Editor Stacy Johnson explains. (Video runs 1:35)…Have any other energy and moeny saving ideas for going green that wasn't mentioned in the video? Use the comment link below and tell us about them. Your email address will never [...]
November 20, 2008
- Obama: Good or Bad for Real Estate?
Obama: Good or Bad for Real Estate?
Now that a new President has been elected, the question becomes what kind of changes are we likely to see and how will the policies of the new Administration shape the different economic markets.
Will Obama help or hurt the real estate market?
According to a recent article in the Daily [...]
November 19, 2008
- Obama's Foreclosure Moratoriam Campaign Promise
Obama's Foreclosure Moratoriam Campaign Promise
Between rising foreclosures and falling home prices, housing issues became a huge concern in the months leading up to the election. As such, they're likely to continue to take priority during President-elect Barack Obama's first term.
"This is really an unprecedented crisis we're in," said Peter Tatian, senior research associate for the [...]
November 18, 2008
- How Should Obama Fix the Economy?
How Should Obama Fix the Economy?
How will Obama affect your wallet? And what do you think the new President and Congress needs to do to right the economy - both in the short run and the long term?
We'd love to hear YOUR opinion. Click the comment link below and tell us what you think the [...]
November 17, 2008
- Keeping Produce Longer
Keeping Produce Longer
Did you know that certain fruits and vegatable are best NOT kept in your refridgerator? Some are even bad for other foods if stored together.
In this day and age when everyone is trying everything they can to save money, these produce tips could help. This video runs 1:34, but you may want to [...]
November 16, 2008
- Making the Most of a Buyers Market
Making the Most of a Buyers Market
Here's what you need to know in order to make the most of this buyers' market:
Get a Great Real Estate Agent
A real estate agent can be an invaluable resource in helping you find and buy the perfect house. Agents work on your behalf to locate potential homes for you. [...]
November 15, 2008
- Dollar Store Deals
Dollar Store Deals
A dollar certainly doesn't buy what it used to. But it can still fetch you a bargain or two, if you look in the right place. Money Editor Stacy Johnson explains… (video runs 1:33)…Know of any other ways to save a dollar during these tough times? Share them with our readers by using [...]
November 14, 2008
- Obama on Fighting Foreclosure
Obama on Fighting Foreclosure
During his campaign for the presidency, Barack Obama explained where he stands on many of the economic issues that matter most to Americans.
On foreclosures, Obama wants the government to step in to help homeowners facing foreclosure.
· Allow troubled homeowners to refinance to a loan insured by the Federal Housing Administration.
· Require any [...]
November 13, 2008
- Bad Insurance Buys
Bad Insurance Buys
Modern life isn't cheap… so it pays to make sure you're not wasting money on anything. And that includes insurance. Are you paying for unnecessary insurance? Money Editor Stacy Johnson helps you find out in this short (1:26) video…If you have questions or comments about this article, please use the "Comment" link below [...]
November 12, 2008
- Home Prices Expected to Fall Even More
Home Prices Expected to Fall Even More
Home prices are down 20% nationwide since their peak in July 2006, according to the S&P/Case-Shiller home price index. Economist Nouriel Roubini of New York University, who accurately predicted the housing slide and credit crisis, expects another 20% decline in home prices in the next year. Patrick Newport of [...]
November 11, 2008
- Homeowners Under Water
Homeowners Under Water
ationwide, almost one out of every five homeowners with a mortgage owes more to their lender than their properties are worth. But if you subtract the states where nearly 60% of all homeowners are "under water" (owing more on their mortgage than the home is worth), which includes California, Florida, Arizona, Georgia [...]
November 10, 2008
- Temporary Jobs: The Best 5
Temporary Jobs: The Best 5
With the holidays just around the corner, and the economy in bad shape, many people are looking for ways to find that extra shopping money this year. Our Money editor, Stacy Johnson, has a few ideas for finding the best temporary jobs, and even temporary jobs that could lead to [...]
November 9, 2008
- Pending Home Sales Fall in September
Pending Home Sales Fall in September
The Pending Home Sales Index for the month of September fell 4.6% to 89.2 after climbing 7.4% in August, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Still, the index was up 1.6% from a year ago.
The NAR report said the dip in sales was tempered by a sharp decline [...]
November 8, 2008
- Homeowner Insurance: Getting the Best Quote
Homeowner Insurance: Getting the Best Quote
Too many people will find the most obscure, no-name insurance companies in order to get the cheapest deal and find out later that the company doesn't pay on insurance claims!
Bottom Line: It's a great idea to apply for online quotes from different companies, but before you move forward make sure [...]
November 7, 2008
- Debt - How to Get Out of It
Debt - How to Get Out of It
Have you ever thought that if you could just find a way to make more money it would solve all your financial problems? The problem is, those who are bad at managing money will always be in debt regardless of how much they make.
Here are a few tips [...]
November 6, 2008
- Going Green - Myths Busted
Going Green - Myths Busted
There are a lot of misconceptions about environmentally friendly ways to save money, and Money Editor Stacy Johnson busts some of those myths in this short video (runs 1:24)….
November 5, 2008
- Gas Prices Continue to Fall
Gas Prices Continue to Fall
When gasoline prices were climbing like a rocket, we touched on the topic several times on this site, wondering how the rising prices were affecting you and your driving and spending habits.
Now, prices for gas are dropping like a rock, tumbling to prices of a year ago. There are even some [...]
November 4, 2008
- Great Jobs Without a Degree
Great Jobs Without a Degree
With the economy reeling and unemployment on the rise, how can you find a great job if you don't have that college degree? It may be easier (and cheaper) than you think, as Money Editor Stacy Johnson explains in this short (1:16) video….
November 3, 2008
- Need a Mortgage? There's Still Hope
Need a Mortgage? There's Still Hope
Credit standards have been getting tighter all year, reducing the number of people who qualify for loans. It's hard to quantify how many people have been disqualified because of stricter lending standards, but mortgages are still available despite all the hoopla about the credit crunch.
Qualified borrowers can find conforming and [...]
November 2, 2008
- True Costs of Home Improvements
True Costs of Home Improvements
How do you decide when hiring a contractor is the right way to go versus doing it yourself?
Money Editor Stacy Johnson looks at this question in this short video (runs 1:34)…Any comments about doing it yourself versus hiring a contractor? We'd love to hear your thoughts. Just click the comment [...]
