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There is a lot of debate around the issue of unsecured vs. secured loans. Students face even more complex issues – due to age, a lack of income, and a lack of a credit history.
Secured Loans are Riskier for the Students but More Accessible

For the average person, the choice is already complex. On the [...]

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Investing in Municipal Bonds

by Miranda

in Money

One of the hot topics of discussion lately is that of municipal bonds (also called munis). Recently, superstar investor Warren Buffett warned that they could be facing trouble in five to 10 years if the federal government doesn’t step in to help. On the other side, though, are those who see municipal bonds as a [...]

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Age Based Investing for Retirement

Money

There are a number of strategies that you can follow as you attempt to reach your retirement goal. One of these strategies is investing based on your age. This is especially popular for those planning retirement. By creating an investment plan based on age, it is possible for many to shift their asset allocation in [...]

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Investing Money in the Stock Market – What You Need to Know

Money

The stock market can be tricky. It is very easy to lose a great deal of your money in the stocks if you are not careful. And yet, we see examples of successful investors everyday who have consistently done well investing money in the markets.
What is it they know that you may not?
We asked [...]

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Is Investing in Bonds Really Safe?

Money

With the recent volatility in the stock market, it is no surprise that some have been looking for investments that offer safer returns. Bonds appear to be one of these ’safe’ investments that offer nice returns with not much risk. Considering the fact that over the past 10 years corporate bonds and Treasuries have gained [...]

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March is the Deep-Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Awareness Month

News

You know the importance of healthy life choices and passing them along to those you care for. But sometimes those you love don’t have the time to think about silent risks they could be facing on a regular basis. In fact, people may be putting themselves at risk by [...]

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Drinking Sugary Soft Drinks Increases Risk of Pancreatic Cancer

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Another reason to stay away from the sodas.

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A new study conducted over 60,000 subjects in Singapore finds that regular consumption of sweetened soft drinks dramatically increases the risk of pancreatic cancer. The risk is 87% higher among people who drink two or more soft drinks a week.
Pancreas makes insulin that helps [...]

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Low Cost Auto Insurance – Vehicle Insurance Rating

Money

More people today are finding out the benefits of shopping online for low cost auto insurance. By shopping online you can easily compare rates from several companies quickly and easily from on the Web. Although comparison shopping will save you several hundreds on your auto policy, you should not forget about the vehicle [...]

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Choosing a Financial Planner That is Right for You

Money

While it’s possible to be successfully manage your finances without a plan, those who create an actual financial plan are more likely to prosper in their personal finance lives. And, while it is certainly possible to create your own financial plan, the fact of the matter is that it can help to have fresh eyes [...]

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TIPS to Fight Inflation

Money

Ever since the Federal Reserve lowered their key interest rate to 0%-.25%, there has been talk of rampant inflation becoming an issue. Many economists even consider the possibility of hyper-inflation, a period of rapidly rising prices along with a declining value in the dollar. All signs seem to point to at least a period of [...]

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