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Should you refinance your home mortgage?

Should you refinance your home mortgage? Housing costs are one of the largest components of most household budgets. You should periodically determine whether refinancing at current interest rates would save you money. To determine whether you should consider refinancing you need to compare the costs of obtaining a new mortgage. Compare the savings you will enjoy with a reduced interest […]

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Should You Borrow From Your 401(k) Plan?

Most 401(k) retirement plans allow participants to borrow from their accounts within the retirement plan.  This source of funds can be helpful if you need money but is not always the best solution.  Here are some of the issues to consider before making the decision to borrow from your retirement plan.   Why borrow at all? Borrowing from any source […]

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What Is The Best Way To Save For College?

Save often. Start early. Earn good returns on your savings. Take advantage of any tax-saving strategies that may be available.   The costs of attending college continue to rise.  Tuition, room, meals, books, travel, and other incidentals really add up.  The total cost of attending many private colleges is over $50,000 per year and state universities can run over $25,000.  […]

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