Feature: MoneyTime

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• Five Benefits of Balance Transfer Credit Cards

  Aside from saving you money, balance transfers can actually even make you money nowadays.

  Opinion by Mortgage Tips — on Jul 28, 2011

• How New Mortgage Refinance Rates Benefit You

  If you already own a home, how can you save money in this economy?

  Opinion by Ross Hudgens — on Jul 18, 2011

• FHA Home Loans

  FHA (government-insured) home loans won’t work for everybody, but they boast some great benefits.

  News by Ross Hudgens — on Jul 15, 2011

• Credit Cards Offering Free Money?

  Credit cards with initial rewards bonuses can save you up to $800, but there's a catch.

  Opinion by A Finance Geek — on Jul 14, 2011

• Yet Another Reason to Have a Good Credit Score: Car Insurance Rates

  You could be overpaying for car insurance.

  Opinion by Mortgage Tips — on Jun 28, 2011

• Personal Finances: A Look at CD Rates and Forex Trading

  Various types of CDs have been developed in response to investors' many needs, such as bump-up, liquid, variable-rate, brokered, and callable CDs.

  Opinion by RawMichelle — on Jun 03, 2011

• Very Few Actually Have a Perfect Credit Score

  It pays to have excellent credit, but you don't need that A+. An "A" will do just fine.

  Opinion by Mortgage Tips — on May 27, 2011

• Credit Report Errors Not So Common

  But they can still cost you.

  Opinion by Mortgage Tips — on May 09, 2011

• How to Ditch Tax Debt Without Breaking the Bank

  Balance transfers can save you a lot in interest charges.

  Opinion by Mortgage Tips — on Apr 26, 2011

• Average Credit Score for Mortgages Now Much Higher

  improved credit scores point to tighter underwriting guidelines, which should mean fewer missed payments and foreclosures in the future.

  Opinion by Mortgage Tips — on Apr 20, 2011

• Credit Card Issuers Will No Longer Rely On Household Income

  Know the Impact

  Opinion by Mortgage Tips — on Mar 21, 2011

• Average Consumer Owed $4,200 On Credit Cards at Year End

  Credit card debt levels have barely dropped over the past few years.

  Opinion by Mortgage Tips — on Mar 15, 2011

• Coming to a Lender Near You: 20% Down Mortgages

  Better get your assets In order.

  Opinion by Mortgage Tips — on Mar 04, 2011

• Do You Need to Inventory Your Home’s Contents?

  Homeowners beware!

  Opinion by Mortgage Tips — on Feb 25, 2011

• Average Credit Score Has Fallen Just Eight Points Since 2007

  Is the crisis overblown?

  Opinion by Mortgage Tips — on Feb 23, 2011

• Knowing the Jargon Could Save You Thousands

  Get Informed!

  Opinion by Mortgage Tips — on Feb 14, 2011

• Do You Need Uninsured Motorist Coverage?

  Don't skimp on this option.

  Opinion by Mortgage Tips — on Feb 08, 2011

• Is Life Insurance a Good Idea for Everyone?

  Know before you purchase!

  Opinion by Mortgage Tips — on Feb 03, 2011

• Do Balance Transfers Hurt Your Credit?

  Yes and no...

  Opinion by Mortgage Tips — on Jan 31, 2011

• Do We Really Need the Rental Car Insurance?

  Probably not.

  Opinion by Mortgage Tips — on Jan 26, 2011