Patricia Mertz Esswein
Latest articles by Patricia Mertz Esswein
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Claremont, Calif.: A Smart Place to Retire
retirement Explore Claremont’s vast range hiking trails or try out lectures and performances at one of its seven colleges.
By Patricia Mertz Esswein • Published
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Richmond, Va.: A Smart Place to Retire
real estate Opportunities in the arts abound in this vibrant eastern city for retirees.
By Patricia Mertz Esswein • Published
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How to Protect Your Home From Deed Theft
Scams You don’t need to pay a company to protect you from criminals who put their names on your home title. You can protect yourself for free with these steps.
By Patricia Mertz Esswein • Published
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Financial Rules of Thumb to Consider Breaking
Financial Planning We found five rules that you may want to bend—or ignore.
By Patricia Mertz Esswein • Last updated
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Get a Good Last-Minute Travel Deal
Travel You can still save on end-of-summer or fall vacations.
By Patricia Mertz Esswein • Published
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11 Reasons You Need Umbrella Insurance Right Now
insurance An umbrella insurance policy can protect your assets and future earnings from expensive lawsuits.
By Patricia Mertz Esswein • Last updated
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Zillow Moves to Improve Home Price Estimates
real estate First free online home pricing site aims to tweak its accuracy and avoid unrealistic expectations of homeowners.
By Patricia Mertz Esswein • Published
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How to Make a Million (or More!)
business Four success stories — and guidance on how you, too, could reach this milestone.
By Sandra Block • Last updated
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Ways to Make Your Home More Age-Friendly
retirement Your kids are successfully launched and, suddenly, you seem to have more disposable income.
By Patricia Mertz Esswein • Published