The American College to waive new student fees
By Mercedes JacksonWith Americans feeling the pressure from hiring freezes, especially in the financial service sector, The American College announced that it will waive student fees. It is relief to those besieged by the credit crisis. Certain degrees and
October 14, 2008
Consumer confidence65%: Percentage of insurance industry professionals who believe investor confidence is either flat or falling. 99%: Percentage who believe most retirement-minded Americans will address the financial crisis by moving money into "safer&
October 13, 2008
Boomer voter issues heat up as election nearsIn their Bulletin Poll, AARP lists the top issues for voters age 50 and over. Here's how the top 10 rank:
October 13, 2008
How to survive today's marketDon't make rash decisions. Recent events highlight the need to have a financial plan that you are able to follow regardless of market swings. As difficult as it may be, don't let your emotions drive your investment decisions. Reacti
October 13, 2008
Investors with Self-Directed Retirement Plans See Opportunities in ForeclosuresA new trend is emerging from the nation-wide real estate slump: An increasing number of investors with self-directed retirement plans are seizing the opportunity to buy bank-owned properties at depressed prices, using money from their IRAs.
October 12, 2008
Investors with Self-Directed Retirement Plans See Opportunities in ForeclosuresA new trend is emerging from the nation-wide real estate slump: An increasing number of investors with self-directed retirement plans are seizing the opportunity to buy bank-owned properties at depressed prices, using money from their IRAs.
October 10, 2008
SBA aids boomer entrepreneurs with new siteThe U.S. Small Business Administration has launched a new site intended to assist baby boomer who wish to start a new small business. "There are as...
October 09, 2008
Home sales beat expectationsPending home sales unexpectedly rose 7.4 percent in August, according to The New York Times. This is the highest reading since June of 2007, the...
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