November 25, 2008
- Obama: Good or Bad for Real Estate?
Obama: Good or Bad for Real Estate?
Now that a new President has been elected, the question becomes what kind of changes are we likely to see and how will the policies of the new Administration shape the different economic markets.
Will Obama help or hurt the real estate market?
According to a recent article in the Daily [...]
November 24, 2008
- The Mortgage Meltdown: Can Anyone Stop It?
The Mortgage Meltdown: Can Anyone Stop It?
Fifteen months into the worst credit crisis in decades, major banks and the federal government are coming together on a solution for struggling mortgage borrowers.
The goal is to hasten the process for renegotiating hundreds of thousands of delinquent loans, either those held by major banks or held by Fannie [...]
November 23, 2008
- The Bailout Bill: Did It Do Anything?
The Bailout Bill: Did It Do Anything?
One thing it did was lower your taxes. Money Editor Stacy Johnson explains… (video runs 1:15)…What do you think? Other than the tax breaks mentioned in the video, is the bailout bill a good thing, or a bad thing? Give us your comments by clicking the "comment" link below. [...]
November 22, 2008
- Safer Online Shopping
Safer Online Shopping
Online shopping has become a staple for many Americans, and that's especially true when the holidays roll around. But with that extra convenience can come extra risk. Money reporter Stacy Johnson has some tips to keep your online shopping safe. The video runs 1:31…What about you? Where do you plan to do most [...]
November 21, 2008
- Improving Real Estate Sales: What Will It Take?
Improving Real Estate Sales: What Will It Take?
What will it take to get consumers off the sidelines to buy more houses and help stimulate the economy?
How about a mortgage at a 2.99 percent fixed rate for 30 years for anyone who purchases a home before July 1? Or how about a non-repayable federal tax [...]
November 20, 2008
- 5 Cheap Ways to Go Solar
5 Cheap Ways to Go Solar
Going solar doesn't have to send your costs through the roof. Money Editor Stacy Johnson explains. (Video runs 1:35)…Have any other energy and moeny saving ideas for going green that wasn't mentioned in the video? Use the comment link below and tell us about them. Your email address will never [...]
November 19, 2008
- How Should Obama Fix the Economy?
How Should Obama Fix the Economy?
How will Obama affect your wallet? And what do you think the new President and Congress needs to do to right the economy - both in the short run and the long term?
We'd love to hear YOUR opinion. Click the comment link below and tell us what you think the [...]
November 18, 2008
- Keeping Produce Longer
Keeping Produce Longer
Did you know that certain fruits and vegatable are best NOT kept in your refridgerator? Some are even bad for other foods if stored together.
In this day and age when everyone is trying everything they can to save money, these produce tips could help. This video runs 1:34, but you may want to [...]
November 17, 2008
- Making the Most of a Buyers Market
Making the Most of a Buyers Market
Here's what you need to know in order to make the most of this buyers' market:
Get a Great Real Estate Agent
A real estate agent can be an invaluable resource in helping you find and buy the perfect house. Agents work on your behalf to locate potential homes for you. [...]
November 16, 2008
- Homeowners Under Water
Homeowners Under Water
ationwide, almost one out of every five homeowners with a mortgage owes more to their lender than their properties are worth. But if you subtract the states where nearly 60% of all homeowners are "under water" (owing more on their mortgage than the home is worth), which includes California, Florida, Arizona, Georgia [...]
November 15, 2008
- Home Prices Expected to Fall Even More
Home Prices Expected to Fall Even More
Home prices are down 20% nationwide since their peak in July 2006, according to the S&P/Case-Shiller home price index. Economist Nouriel Roubini of New York University, who accurately predicted the housing slide and credit crisis, expects another 20% decline in home prices in the next year. Patrick Newport of [...]
November 14, 2008
- Pending Home Sales Fall in September
Pending Home Sales Fall in September
The Pending Home Sales Index for the month of September fell 4.6% to 89.2 after climbing 7.4% in August, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Still, the index was up 1.6% from a year ago.
The NAR report said the dip in sales was tempered by a sharp decline [...]
November 13, 2008
- Obama on Fighting Foreclosure
Obama on Fighting Foreclosure
During his campaign for the presidency, Barack Obama explained where he stands on many of the economic issues that matter most to Americans.
On foreclosures, Obama wants the government to step in to help homeowners facing foreclosure.
· Allow troubled homeowners to refinance to a loan insured by the Federal Housing Administration.
· Require any [...]
November 12, 2008
- Bad Insurance Buys
Bad Insurance Buys
Modern life isn't cheap… so it pays to make sure you're not wasting money on anything. And that includes insurance. Are you paying for unnecessary insurance? Money Editor Stacy Johnson helps you find out in this short (1:26) video…If you have questions or comments about this article, please use the "Comment" link below [...]
November 11, 2008
- Dollar Store Deals
Dollar Store Deals
A dollar certainly doesn't buy what it used to. But it can still fetch you a bargain or two, if you look in the right place. Money Editor Stacy Johnson explains… (video runs 1:33)…Know of any other ways to save a dollar during these tough times? Share them with our readers by using [...]
November 10, 2008
- Obama's Foreclosure Moratoriam Campaign Promise
Obama's Foreclosure Moratoriam Campaign Promise
Between rising foreclosures and falling home prices, housing issues became a huge concern in the months leading up to the election. As such, they're likely to continue to take priority during President-elect Barack Obama's first term.
"This is really an unprecedented crisis we're in," said Peter Tatian, senior research associate for the [...]
November 9, 2008
- Temporary Jobs: The Best 5
Temporary Jobs: The Best 5
With the holidays just around the corner, and the economy in bad shape, many people are looking for ways to find that extra shopping money this year. Our Money editor, Stacy Johnson, has a few ideas for finding the best temporary jobs, and even temporary jobs that could lead to [...]
November 8, 2008
- Debt - How to Get Out of It
Debt - How to Get Out of It
Have you ever thought that if you could just find a way to make more money it would solve all your financial problems? The problem is, those who are bad at managing money will always be in debt regardless of how much they make.
Here are a few tips [...]
November 7, 2008
- Going Green - Myths Busted
Going Green - Myths Busted
There are a lot of misconceptions about environmentally friendly ways to save money, and Money Editor Stacy Johnson busts some of those myths in this short video (runs 1:24)….
November 6, 2008
- Gas Prices Continue to Fall
Gas Prices Continue to Fall
When gasoline prices were climbing like a rocket, we touched on the topic several times on this site, wondering how the rising prices were affecting you and your driving and spending habits.
Now, prices for gas are dropping like a rock, tumbling to prices of a year ago. There are even some [...]
