Job-hunting Expenses
Looking for a job can be stressful and costly. But the good news is you may be able to write off some of those job-hunting expenses. Here's today's "Investing in America".
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Cost of Long-Term Care Giving
As baby-boomers age, more American households include an adult caring for someone over the age of 50. A closer look at the cost of long-term care giving from 7's Jonathan Hall in this "Investing in America."
Canceling Cards
Credit card offers are everywhere. Although you may know how to get a charge card do you know how to cancel one? Here's how in this "Investing in America".
Billing Errors
Credit card billing errors seem to happen to everyone. You can fix those incorrect charges if you notify your credit card company by a certain date... 7's Johnathan Hall explains in this "Investing in America".
Refinancing Your Home
Using home equity to pay off your credit cards may seem like a smart move. However, you have to close your charge accounts for the transfer to make financial sense. 7's Jonathan Hall has more on today's Investing in America.
Adjustable Rate Mortgages
If you're looking to buy a new home, you may want to consider getting an adjustable rate mortgage. The lower interest rates mean lower monthly payments, at least temporarily. Here's more in this "Investing in America" report.
Clue Reports
Have you wondered what your home's walls would say if they could talk? Finding out may be possible with an insurance document that details a home's major maintenance problems and damage. Here is today's "Investing in America".
Car Care Advice
Cars are expensive investments that lose their value over time. However, proper care slows down your vehicle's depreciation. 7's Jonathan Hall has car care advice in today's "Investing in America."
Paying Your Taxes
Although April is months away, tax planning now saves you from IRS surprises after you file. 7's Jonathan Hall has advice on avoiding tax troubles in this "Investing in America".
Buying Tickets Online
People are buying everything online, including concert, movie and theatre tickets. While Internet ticket purchasing offers perks, like no box office lines, fees often accompany the convenience. 7's Jonathan Hall has more in this "Investing in America".
Affordable Auto Repair
Saving money can be hard when it comes to car repairs. Cheaper estimates don't always come with the same quality of work. Competent and honest mechanics are difficult finds. In today's Investing in America 7's Jonathan Hall offers advice on getting affordable and accurate auto repair.
Raising Your Credit Score
Getting a loan also means acquiring an interest rate. However, your rate depends on your credit score. Learn how to improve that figure on this "Investing in America". Here is 7's Jonathan Hall.
Using Frequent Flyer Miles
You can do more than fly with frequent flyer miles. You can redeem them for hotel rooms, cruises and other travel. 7's Jonathan Hall explains how in this Investing in America.
Getting the Most from CD’s
Today's low interest rates mean small returns on CDs. However, there are other investment options if you're looking for a greater return on your money. It's all in this "Investing in America".
First Aid at Home
Scraped elbows, small cuts and other minor injuries are often treatable at home with the correct first aid kit. You just need common medical supplies. Here is 7's Jonathan Hall with this Investing in America".
Maintaining Your Car
Today's cars are built to travel well over 100,000 miles. But most never make it that far without costly trips to the mechanic. In this "Investing in America" report, Jonathan Hall has advice on how to keep your car out of the shop and on the road.
Insurance Protection
Homeowners commonly hire gardeners, nannies and other staff to work in their house. However, many people don't consider, who is responsible for the employees if they get hurt on the job. Here is 7's Jonathan Hall with "Investing in America".
Investing in Bankrupt Companies
Buying stock in a bankrupt company may seem like a good idea. You would think the shares' value can only increase. However, this investment may end up losing you money. Here's 7's Jonathan Hall with "Investing in America".
Frugal Communication
Technology advances mean more options for staying in touch for less money. The Internet, cell phones and calling cards all offer frugal communication. Here is 7's Jonathan Hall with "Investing in America".
Paying-off College Loans
College means learning, making friends and hopefully landing a job. It also means accumulating debt after taking out loans. 7's Jonathan Hall offers advice on how to pay back those loans in this "Investing in America".