Insurance – Buying A Homeowner’s Policy

When it comes to homeowners insurance, most people immediately think of protection in case a fire destroys their home, but there is so much more to today’s homeowners insurance policies. Let’s take a quick look at what homeowners insurance covers and what it all means to you. What’s Included In A Homeowners Policy? Think of [...]

Alternative Private Student Loans

When a student runs out of federal funding for college education, they can turn to alternative sources for their educational needs. Banks and Financial Institutions offer private student loans to help cover unexpected, or extra costs associated with attending college. When considering alternative private student loans to federal loans, remember to shop around. You want [...]

Never Lose Money in the Stock Market

If you are under 50 years of age and have not lost money in the stock market I don’t think you will find this article interesting. Why? Because you still think you can make a killing in the market. Until you have lost a lot more this method of investment will not interest you. Dad [...]

Investing in Money Market Cash Funds – Are They a Wise Option?

When it comes to investing your money, you’ll probably know by now that you have numerous options to choose from. In fact, it can feel like a bit of a minefield and sometimes you may not know if you’ve made the right choice. Should you choose a bond fund, equity fund, property fund or a [...]

Travel Insurance – Sun, Sand and Sickness

Travel insurance is probably one of the most confusing types of insurance around. Numerous clauses, sub-clauses and a myriad of little stipulations make for a very complicated policy, which nevertheless is very important for any holiday-maker. People going on holiday tend to adopt an ‘it won’t happen to me’ attitude and, hopefully, it won’t. But [...]

Choosing a Money Market Savings Account

Money market accounts are a great way for consumers to benefit from higher interest rates without taking on the risks associated with investing in stocks or bonds. Money in a money market account is insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) just like a normal savings account, which means that even if the bank [...]