Archive for the 'Debt' Category

Reverse Mortgages

A reverse mortgage can seem like a gift from the heavens to cash-strapped seniors who are struggling to pay the bills.  Reverse mortgages allow you to convert the equity you have in your home into cash.  And the money doesn’t have to be paid back until you sell the house, move out, or pass away.
But […]

Credit Card Reward Programs

Credit card reward programs that offer cash rebates,
gift cards, or free or discounted merchandise are
becoming increasingly popular. Competition among
credit card companies is fierce and each is continuously
looking to get an edge on their competitors.
Besides offering better interest rates and eliminating
annual fees, credit card companies make their cards more
enticing by offering a reward program. The details […]

Dealing With Debt

Most of us have debt.  The mortgage is usually the big one, but then you have your car payment, credit cards, student loans, and who knows what else. 
We’ve grown accustomed to living paycheck to paycheck and having little left over for ourselves each month.  But dealing with debt is a delicate balancing act and one […]