Category: Personal Finance

New Credit Card Laws for 2010 - February Update

You’ve probably seen a news story about the latest round of credit card changes taking effect. In fact, this is the second of three “waves” of new credit card laws. The first batch were put into place in August 2009, and the second round will take effect on February 22, 2010. The final set of [...]

Find a Financial Advisor With an Online Locator

It’s a sign of the times and our economic woes. Millions of Americans are turning to certified financial advisors to help them navigate the way forward. Some people had no financial plan to start with, while others found that their plans were not strong enough to survive the economic downturn.
I rarely get excited about [...]

401k Withdrawal Options - Hot Topic for 2009

Call it a sign of the times. The number of Google searches for such phrases as 401k withdrawal options has risen steadily over the last few weeks. As the economy continues to drag, and the unemployment rate continues to rise, more and more Americans are tapping their 401k for additional cash flow.
But what happens with [...]