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Honestly, each time we think bank fees can't get more outrageous, another big bank announces their latest money grab! But today we're going to help you fight back! Here are five steps you can take to avoid fees on your checking account.

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Rates Fall Below 4%: Time to Refinance?

With Morgage Rates below 4%, it may be the perfect time for you to consider refinancing. See if it's in your best interest here.

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Tax Extension for the Unemployed

As part of the IRS' "Fresh Start" initiative, a six month extension has been given for those unemployed for 30 consecutive days in 2011 and for those self-employed who experienced a 25% or greater reduction in business...

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No Inflation? Think again! Five Things That Will Cost More in 2012

Daria made a quick stop at the grocery store the other day and came home with a couple of bags - one in each hand. You know how much it came to, this quick stop? $56.31! And groceries are just one of the everyday items you'll pay more for this year. Here are six things that are going up in price in 2012...

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7 Ways to Save Money on Insurance

by Ken Dolan on April 8, 2011

We love helping our members find new ways to save money. One of the biggest areas you can cut costs in is insurance, and we're going to show you how to slim down without sacrificing any coverage. Learn how to save on everything from homeowner's to health care.

Investing with a Broker or Financial Adviser

by Ken & Daria Dolan on March 14, 2012

When a financial professional is advising you, doing well for you isn't necessarily their main goal. They have powerful incentives to sell you a lot of things that you might live very nicely without. Ask questions, check out their background, and follow these guidelines to finding a trustworthy source, whether it's a broker or financial adviser.

8 Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid

by Ken Dolan on October 7, 2009

We know that a subject that involves talking about death is absolutely no fun. In fact, it's a little depressing, but very necessary. You owe it to yourself and, most of all, to your heirs to suck it up and make some smart estate planning decisions that will pay huge dividends when you're gone.

10 Smart Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund

by Ken Dolan on March 17, 2011

Uncle Sam is sending out $330 BILLION in tax refunds this year and at an average of $3,036 per check, it can be tempting to spend the money unwisely. If you are one of the millions of taxpayers expecting a refund this year, we want to show you the best ways to put that money to use.

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