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Today’s top story: 6 ways you’re sabotaging your mortgage preapproval. Also in the news: the top 10 car buying apps, how to keep from going broke when you get divorced, and your financial to-do list for September.
Stop! 6 Ways You’re Sabotaging Your Mortgage Preapproval
Stop it!
10 Top Car-Buying Apps
Savings at your fingertips.
6 ways to keep from going broke when you get divorced
Protecting your finances during a difficult time.
Your September Financial To-Do List
New season, new tasks.
Today’s top story: Mortgage application forms will look different next year. Also in the news: 5 times you shouldn’t use a credit card, why you should say no to 72-84 month auto loans, and why you need to stop being delusional about debt.
It’s Coming: The First Change to Mortgage Application Forms in 20 Years
An easier to understand application is on the way.
5 Times You Shouldn’t Use a Credit Card
High interest rates could leave you in a debt spiral.
5 Reasons to Say No to 72- and 84-Month Auto Loans
Long term loans set you up for years of negative equity.
Don’t be debt delusional: Quit buying stuff you can’t afford!
Time for a reality check.
Today’s top story: Amazon launches a car comparison site. Also in the news: HARP loans get extended through September of 2017, 4 finance apps every college student needs, and what to do if you can’t afford your kids’ school supplies.
Amazon Launches Car Comparison Site
The online giant gets in the car game.
HARP Loan Extended Through September 2017
Struggling homeowners have more time to refinance.
4 Finance Apps Every College Student Needs
Sticking to a budget while on campus.
What if You Can’t Afford Your Kids’ School Supplies?
Don’t be afraid to reach out for help.
Today’s top story: What happens to your mortgage when you die? Also in the news: 3 things more important than a bank’s savings rate, 5 times when you shouldn’t use a credit card, and how to curb your impulse spending.
What Happens to Your Mortgage When You Die?
Who will continue the payments?
3 Things That Matter More Than a Bank’s Savings Rate
Properly managing your savings is more important.
5 times you shouldn’t use a credit card
There are cheaper methods of financing.
Curb Impulse Spending by Focusing on the Space Between a Stimulus and Your Response
Today’s top story: Mortgage refinance options for people with bad credit. Also in the news: The best cell phone deals for July, steps to financial independence, and 10 personal finance headscratchers.
Mortgage Refinance Options for People With Bad Credit
Hope is not lost.
Best Cell Phone Deals in July
Time for an upgrade?
Five Essential Steps to Financial Independence
Step by step.
10 personal-finance headscratchers that show we’re irrational
Not thinking clearly.
Today’s top story: Why you shouldn’t wait for a 401(k) to start saving for retirement. Also in the news: Cell phone options for when you’re traveling overseas, credit problems that can destroy your home-buying dreams, and five crucial retirement years for your money.
Don’t Wait for a 401(k) to Start Saving for Retirement
Don’t wait to start saving period.
Cell Phone Options When You’re Traveling Overseas
Keeping your bill as low as possible.
5 credit problems that can destroy your home dreams
Tackling issues before you buy a home.
5 crucial retirement years for your money
Years to pay attention to.