As 40% of Americans reveal credit card fears, here’s how to find the right card for you By Tim Leonard published 27 October 20 News Money worries are consuming 22 million more people than last year too, but debt concerns can be overcome.
How appraisal waivers could save homeowners with a mortgage $2,000 a year By Tim Leonard published 21 October 20 News With almost two-thirds of refinance mortgages now approved using an appraisal waiver, the path to lower monthly payments has gotten easier.
Over 6 million renters and homeowners miss payments - here’s what to do if you can’t meet your housing costs By Tim Leonard published 19 October 20 News US households miss $29 billion of mortgage and rent payments in three months, as pressure to make payments grows.
The tax filing deadline for those with an extension looms - here’s how to file your taxes ahead of October 15 By Tim Leonard published 8 October 20 NEWS How tax filers can beat the October 15 deadline and what might happen if you file late.
The 10 US cities where negotiating on home price pays off - here’s how to haggle a house price down By Tim Leonard published 6 October 20 NEWS With 15.70% of home listings in the US having their prices cut in the past year, opportunities abound for the confident home buyer happy to ask for a lower price.
The 10 best US cities for remote working, and how you could relocate there By Tim Leonard published 29 September 20 News As 63% of remote workers reveal they want to carry on avoiding the office, could a house move make doing your job at home easier still?
E*Trade review By Tamsin Oxford, Tim Leonard last updated 21 September 20 Review E*Trade is a long-standing player in the stock trading platform industry that grows with the investor over time.
Interactive Brokers review By Tamsin Oxford, Tim Leonard published 21 September 20 Review Interactive Brokers has advanced stock trading tools best-suited to expert traders.
TradeStation review By Tamsin Oxford published 17 September 20 Review TradeStation is the established online stock trading broker with lots of tools and portfolio depth.
Merrill Edge review By Tamsin Oxford, Tim Leonard published 17 September 20 Review Merrill Edge is a trusted and reliable online stock trading solution.
Fidelity Investments review By Tamsin Oxford, Tim Leonard published 17 September 20 Review Fidelity Investments is a well-rounded stock trading option for investors of all levels and aptitudes.
YNAB review By Lori Fairbanks last updated 15 September 20 Review You Need a Budget (YNAB) is a browser-based budgeting program that handles the basics well, but lacks some advanced features.
The 10 best states to live in the US and how to buy there By Tim Leonard published 14 September 20 News Rising property values, cheap home owners insurance and low burglary rates make the West and Northeast most desirable, but which state comes out on top?
Americans paying down credit card debt at record rate - here’s how to take control of your debt By Tim Leonard published 10 September 20 News Credit card debt in the US is on course to drop for the first time in a decade, but dangers remain.
Record numbers of US homeowners refinance their mortgage - here’s why you should too By Tim Leonard published 9 September 20 News Ultra low rates motivate borrowers to switch mortgage deals, but 18 million more are still missing out.
Forex trading vs. stock trading: which should investment beginners choose? By Tim Leonard published 9 September 20 Investing is a profitable way to make the most of your money, but which path should you take.
How free stock screeners can help narrow down your investing options By Tim Leonard published 7 September 20 How to Deciding which stocks will make a good addition to your portfolio is challenging, but with the help of a free stock screener, your options can quickly become much clearer.
Record rise in mortgage delinquency - here’s what to do if you’re struggling to pay your mortgage By Tim Leonard published 18 August 20 News Over 8% of American households are behind on their mortgage payments, more than doubling in three months, as financial problems take their toll.
Mortgage rates rise sharply due to new fee, but attractive refinance deals remain By Tim Leonard published 15 August 20 Double blow for borrowers as surprise 0.5% levy on refinance mortgages sees lenders increase rates to cover the cost.
Save $289 a month by refinancing your mortgage - make sure you don’t miss out By Tim Leonard published 5 August 20 15 million US homeowners could switch to a lower mortgage rate and save money, as home affordability improves too.
