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Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005
The Senate couldn't pass a complete repeal of the estate tax. While there are enough votes to pass something, but isn't going to be a complete wipe-ou...
Medicare Uses Social Security Number
Medicare may use your social security number to identify you. This Medicare patient is frustrated that Medicare is using her Social Security number on mailings that are out in the open. It's important to take action so Medicare understands the potential problems of using Social Security numbers so openly.
Retirement Investments And Estate Planning: Finding A Financial Advisor
There are several places to go to find a qualified financial advisor to help you decide on retirement investments and estate planning. Flat fee financial advisors who can assist you on decisions dealing with retirement investments and estate planning is through the Garret Planning Network. The National Association of Personal Financial Advisors can give you a list of fee-only financial advisors who can help you make decisions on retirement investments and estate planning.
Paying Off Mortgage Brings Peace Of Mind
Should a homeowner take the proceeds from selling a business and pay off her mortgage? Paying off a mortgage is a good way to reduce your out-of-pocket cash expenditures each month. However, you have to make sure that you make enough by saving on interest, than you would if you invested the money. You also need to look at how much you will have to pay in taxes on the money.
Student Loan Websites
If you're looking to consolidate before July 1st, you might find these websites to be helpful: National Student Loan Data System www.nslds.ed.gov Si...
Ilyce Glink on WSB Radio – June 4, 2006
In her June 4 show, Ilyce Glink offers her WSB listeners useful real estate advice, personal finance advice, and tips on making life just a little bit easier.
Refinancing Mortgage On Inheritance Property
How do you refinance the mortgage you receive as part of an inheritance? There are several options available you as the inheritor of real estate. You can refinance the mortgage or leave the loan as is, depending on the current interest rate.
Try These Sites For A Financial Advisor
I'm often asked how an investor can find a great financial advisor. I've interviewed hundreds of financial advisors over the years, and in a media int...
Ilyce Glink on WSB Radio – May 28, 2006
In her May 28 show, Ilyce Glink offers her WSB listeners useful real estate advice, personal finance advice, and tips on making life just a little bit easier.
Debt Increases With Payday Loans
When you're paycheck isn't enough to live on or you find you need money you don't have you may decide to get a payday loan. But are payday loans a good idea? When you take out a payday loan you're usually getting an advance on your paycheck and you'll increase your debt. Payday loans often end in exorbitant interest payments and bankruptcy court because debtors cannot repay the debt.