by Selvin Gootar A plunge of 531 points in the Dow is a scary number, and for those even … Continue reading Can You Afford To Retire?
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Grandfather’s 529 Plan-Helping Kids Pay for College
by Gerry Chambers I decided to invest in my grandchildren’s future. My wife Mary and I believe in higher education. … Continue reading Grandfather’s 529 Plan-Helping Kids Pay for College
Caught in College Loan Servicer Hell
by Christine Alexis College graduation is three months behind me and the glow is almost gone. My student debt looms … Continue reading Caught in College Loan Servicer Hell
Broken Promises At For-Profit Schools
By Christine Alexis Derek looked up at an ad on the subway for a for-profit trade school and shook his … Continue reading Broken Promises At For-Profit Schools
GE Capital to Pay $225 Million
When a credit card company or bank wants to sell you things like “Credit Card Security” or “Debt Security,” be … Continue reading GE Capital to Pay $225 Million
Just Graduated and I’m Facing My Student Debt
By Christine Alexis My photo is funny, but my situation is not. After listening to President Obama talk about student … Continue reading Just Graduated and I’m Facing My Student Debt
How To Work Out After 50
by Kevin May I grew up in a family of thirteen children and we didn’t always have enough to … Continue reading How To Work Out After 50
How Safe Is Your Mobile Banking Service?
by Christine Alexis, Today, it seems like everyone has a smart phone. Well, maybe not everyone. But consider that 90 … Continue reading How Safe Is Your Mobile Banking Service?
Obama Takes Executive Action on Student Loan Debt
By Christine Alexis Recent college grads, like me, got a gift from President Obama. He signed an executive order to make it … Continue reading Obama Takes Executive Action on Student Loan Debt
When Will the DREAM Act Become a Reality?
by Christine Alexis When will the DREAM Act become a reality? The New York State Senate has Dreamers crossing … Continue reading When Will the DREAM Act Become a Reality?
Warning About Deceptive Auto Ads
by Barbara Nevins Taylor How comfortable did you feel the last time you visited a car dealer and how long … Continue reading Warning About Deceptive Auto Ads
Peru Tourist Warning Eased
by Nick Taylor A year or so ago the State Department warned Americans to avoid areas of Peru including the popular tourist … Continue reading Peru Tourist Warning Eased
Spring Cleaning and Product Claims
Despite the crazy weather in New York, the spring cleaning bug bit me and I began to root around in … Continue reading Spring Cleaning and Product Claims
Refinancing Possible For Some Facing Foreclosure
If you’re a homeowner struggling to make your mortgage payments, rising real estate prices may help you avoid foreclosure. It’s possible … Continue reading Refinancing Possible For Some Facing Foreclosure
When To Choose Assisted Living
by Barbara Nevins Taylor Our mom was 89 years old, living alone, forgetful and driving to restaurants for dinner at … Continue reading When To Choose Assisted Living
Aging Parents And Events That Change Everything
Sometimes events make choices for us. Superstorm Sandy devastated thousands of homes and caused many on Long Island and New … Continue reading Aging Parents And Events That Change Everything