Refinancing
News, insights and expert analysis on refinancing from the team at Kiplinger.
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Unconventional Mortgage Loans Are Making a Comeback
loans Lenders are making it easier to get loans, but a repeat of the housing crisis isn’t in the cards.
By Patricia Mertz Esswein
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Should a Widow Pay Off Her Mortgage?
real estate For some people who lose their spouse, it could make perfect sense. For others, not so much. Here's how to judge what could be a prudent approach in this stressful and confusing time.
By Michael Aloi, CFP®
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Tips for Dealing with Debt in Retirement
debt Savvy financial moves and strategic belt-tightening can tame even the most fearsome debt loads and help put retirees' golden years back in the black.
By Eleanor Laise
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Now Is a Good Time to Refinance
interest rates You may benefit even if you can’t reduce your mortgage rate by a full percentage point.
By Patricia Mertz Esswein
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The Bank of Mom and Pop: The Benefits Afforded by Intrafamily Lending
loans Sometimes skipping the costs and hassles of commercial bank loans can make perfect sense, saving the borrower some money and helping the lender with their estate planning goals.
By Casey Robinson, CFP
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What You Need to Know About the Shadow Banking System Now
banking There's a chance that you may have a loan with a "shadow bank" and not even know it. What exactly are shadow banks, and what risks and rewards do they represent?
By Craig Kirsner, Investment Adviser Representative
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Smart Ways to Give (or Lend) Money to Family
spending Keep good records, and don’t hand over money you can’t afford to lose.
By Eileen Ambrose
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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
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9 Ways to Get Extra Cash From Your House
real estate If you're a homeowner looking to rake in some extra money, whether to fund a much-needed renovation or to afford a much-needed dream vacation, don't dismiss using your house as a means to generate additional income.
By Andrea Browne Taylor
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