May 2007 - Posts

Monday, May 07, 2007 1:30 PM

Improving credit?

Are there ways to improve my credit even if I already have good credit? Definitely. Pay bills on time and keep balances at or below 40 percent of your


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Monday, May 07, 2007 1:26 PM

Applying for more credit?

Will applying for more credit cards improve my score? In general, a safe rule is not to apply for more credit cards than you actually need. In fact, every


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Monday, May 07, 2007 1:15 PM

Credit score?

How do I get my credit score? Three nationwide credit agencies (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) are required by law to provide free credit histories


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Monday, May 07, 2007 12:57 PM

Hiring a lawyer?

What should I look for in a lawyer? Before you start panicking about this process, keep in mind that real estate transactions happen all the time -- if


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Monday, May 07, 2007 12:46 PM

Hiring an agent?

What should I look for in a real estate agent? Not that you need to bring a spotlight and 200-watt bulb, but this is your chance to find someone who you

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Monday, May 07, 2007 12:42 PM

Spend all our savings?

Should we spend all our savings on the house of our dreams? No way, it’s too risky. You can stretch your savings a bit, and promise to cut down on the

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Monday, May 07, 2007 12:38 PM

Finding a compromise?

We want different things in a house -- how do we compromise? Considering almost half of all homeowners move within eight years of buying a home, you both


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Monday, May 07, 2007 12:32 PM

We can't afford our neighborhood?

We can?t afford where we want to live -- what do we do? Just because you can't afford a pad in the best section of town doesn?t mean you have to put your


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Monday, May 07, 2007 12:15 PM

How much do I need?

How much do I need for a house? The exact amount varies, but here are the major costs you should anticipate: ? A 5% to 20% down payment (anything less

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