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Forbes.com: Mutual Funds News

Know Who You Own
Shirley Ng Mon, 06 Oct 2008 14:00:00 -0000
Most advisers make their asset allocation choices based on style boxes and popular fund ratings. Here's a better approach.
Bear Market Stars
John Chamberlain Thu, 18 Sep 2008 22:00:00 -0000
These funds beat the market over the long term and stand out from their peers in today's turmoil.
What's In Your Growth Fund?
Jim Lowell, Fidelity Investor Tue, 09 Sep 2008 19:40:00 -0000
You can invest better if you know where and how your growth fund manager puts money to work.

Forbes.com: Investor Education

Don't Lose Sleep Over Forex
David Hunt, Investopedia Wed, 24 Sep 2008 17:25:00 -0000
The foreign exchange market truly never sleeps, but you can if your timing is right.
Bankruptcy Dilemma
Glenn Curtis, Investopedia Mon, 22 Sep 2008 16:55:00 -0000
Filing bankruptcy seems like an easy fix to get yourself out of debt, but is it worth it?
Golden Debate: ETFs Vs. Futures
Noble DraKoln, Investopedia Wed, 10 Sep 2008 17:00:00 -0000
ETFs might seem an easy way to get gold exposure, but don't rule out gold futures if expense is an issue.

 

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AARP Reverse Mortgages - The American Association of Retired Persons explains all about reverse mortgages.
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About Reverse Mortgages - Describes HUD program which enables seniors to benefit from the equity in their homes without selling and without making mortgage payments.
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All Regs - Provides an extensive and up-to-date database of mortgage lending guidelines.

Articles by David Reed - A collection of home financing articles by a well-known author and speaker on technology and mortgage lending issues.
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Ask Mortgage Master - Provides answers to questions consumers may have regarding mortgages.

Borrower's Guide to Home Loans - A borrower's guide that can help get the best possible loan and avoid bad, or predatory loans.

Cancellation of Private Mortgage Insurance - July 2000 discussion about a pending federal law that would save consumers money on Private Mortgage Insurance.

Decision Aide - Complete set of tools and analysis to determine the optimal way to structure a home loan.
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Dept. of Housing and Urban Development - Government agency oversees home mortgage lending practices.

Epinions: Mortgage Brokerages - Consumer-generated reviews, buying tips and advice, ratings, price information, and searchable in a variety of ways from price to product type.
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404 Freddie Mac: Buying and Owning a Home - Comprehensive guide to mortgages, financing, credit, moving and remodeling.

Ginniemae-Finding a Lender - A step-by-step guide through the home loan process.

Home Buyer's Information Center - Presents a consumer guide to choosing a mortgage.
Meta Description: [ A complete guide to mortgage types, selection and comparisons. ]

404 Home Equity Credit Lines - Still current information about home equity loans from a 1992 FTC article.

404 Home Equity Scams: Borrowers Beware! - What the practices are and how to protect yourself.

Home Loan Guaranty Services, Veterans Benefits and Services - Information on the home loan program of the Veterans Administration.
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HUD Loans - Information about loans from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development any buying homes with a low down payment.

404 HUD On Your Side: Buying A Home - Various topics are covered from settlement costs to buying land and new construction. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Jill Hill's Real Estate Guide - Practical tips to help you qualify for the loan you want.
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Loanlibrary.com - Free source for mortgage terminology, information, and guidelines.
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404 Looking for the Best Mortgage - Steps to take and pitfalls to watch out for when getting a home loan.

404 Mortgage Discrimination - What the laws say they can't do.

Mortgage for Beginners - Information on fixed and adjustable rate mortgages, home equity loans, refinancing, and reverse mortgages. With a glossary and mortgage calculators.
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Mortgage Forum - Post questions and receive answers from mortgage professionals.
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Mortgage Orbit - Overview of the process of obtaining a mortgage along with lender options and a glossary.
Meta Description: [ General home loan information, current interest rates on loans, and home loan rate quotes from lenders in your home state. ]

Mortgage Professor - Mortgage articles and resources by Wharton Professor and nationally syndicated mortgage columnist Jack M. Guttentag.

Mortgage Refinancing Company - Provides information and a mortgage quote search service for consumers.
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Mortgage Talk - Offers a mortgage book plus advice on moving.
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Mortgage-Helper.com - Information on purchasing homes with little or no money down.
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Mortgage-X - Calculators, mortgage market trends, detailed information on various loan programs, articles and publications, a large vocabulary of mortgage terms.

National Center for Home Equity Conversion - Independent nonprofit organization established in 1981 to educate consumers about reverse mortgages.

404 Need a Loan? Think Twice About Using Your Home as Collateral - Unscrupulous lenders and home equity loan scams.

Real Estate Radio - Real Estate Radio guides listeners through a complicated world of Real Estate.
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404 Reverse Mortgages - What they are and how they work.
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The Loan Advisor - Objective advice on various types of loans ranging from home loans, refinancing, student loans, and first time mortgages.

The Mortgage Journal - Mortgage rates for the northeast United States and home owner news.
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Understanding the Home Mortgage Process - US Federal Reserve Board provides information to help consumers understand the mortgage lending process.

When Your Home Is on the Line - What one should know about home equity lines of credit. From the US Federal Reserve Board.