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Stop Mortgage Fraud
The nation's mortgage bankers are working to protect people from deceptive and fraudulent sales tactics when taking out a mortgage or a home equity loan. Visit their website and learn how to avoid becoming a victim of mortgage fraud or abusive lending
www.stopmortgagefraud.com
U.S. Financial Literacy Commission
MyMoney.gov is the U.S. government's website dedicated to teaching all Americans the basics about financial education. Whether you are planning to buy a home, balancing your checkbook, or investing in your 401k, the resources on MyMoney.gov can help you do it better.
www.mymoney.gov
American Savings Education Council
Providing brochures that offer guidance and planning for retirement.
www.choosetosave.org/brochures
BenefitsCheckUp.org
Provided by the National Council on Aging, this site provides information about nearly 1,000 unique state and federal benefit programs.
www.benefitscheckup.org
Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA®)
The CFA Institute leads the investment industry by setting the highest standards of ethics and professional excellence and vigorously advocating fair and transparent capital markets. Look for their "Cutting through the Confusion" brochure.
www.cfainstitute.org
CNN Money
Numerous articles focusing on retirement and finances, savings calculators and answers to common questions.
www.money.cnn.com/retirement
ElderLawAnswers.com
Offers informative articles on numerous financial issues.
www.elderlawanswers.com
Estate Planning Guide from AARP
AARP's estate planning guide. All you need to know about estate planning available here.
www.aarp.org/money
Federal Trade Commission
Education is a key tool to prevent consumer injury. In this section of the FTC website, you'll find publications with advice on avoiding scams and rip-offs, as well as tips on other consumer topics.
www.ftc.gov/bcp/consumer.shtm
GuideOne Insurance
Unlike insurance companies that offer only ordinary insurance products, GuideOne Insurance specializes in providing unique, personal coverage designed for people of faith. GuideOne offers standard auto and homeowner products.
www.guideone.com/personal.htm
I'm behind on my mortgage.
CCCS is a HUD approved counseling agency and works with lenders everyday. The trained counselors are experts in the areas of foreclosure prevention and loss mitigation. A house is normally a person's largest investment. Don't risk losing yours.
www.cccs.net
ID Theft
Identity theft is becoming a huge problem in the United States. Everyone is encouraged to be alert to the use of his or her Social Security Number. The Federal Trade Commission has developed a website to help educate everyone on this growing problem.
www.consumer.gov/idtheft
IRS
Taxpayer advocate services available on-line.
www.irs.gov/advocate/index.html
Long Term Care Living
This website offers consumer information on planning, preparing and paying for long-term care.
www.LongTermCareLiving.com
Morningstar, Inc.
Morningstar, Inc. is a leading provider of independent investment research in the United States and in major international markets. They provide products that help investors reach their financial goals.
www.morningstar.com
MSN Money
Retirement planning commentary, retirement decision center and ask the expert are just a few of the many informative offerings.
www.moneycentral.msn.com/retire/home.asp
National Reverse Mortgage Lending Association
This site is for consumers interested in learning more about reverse mortgages. The information provided on this site is provided by the National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association (NRMLA).
www.reversemortgage.org
North American Securities Administrators Association
Recognizing the value and impact of financial education, NASAA's Board of Directors created the Investor Education Section to help support the financial education efforts of state and provincial securities regulators.
www.nasaa.org/home/index.cfm
Planning for Retirement - use the Retirement Resource Center at Fidelity
Visit the Fidelity Investments website and look for their Retirement & Guidance section. Find out if you are: Saving enough? Do you have a plan for living in retirement? & More. Use Fidelity's powerful tools to set your goals - look for their 10 Smart Moves for Retirement.
www.Fidelity.com
Stop Mortgage Fraud
The nation's mortgage bankers are working to protect people from deceptive and fraudulent sales tactics when taking out a mortgage or a home equity loan. Visit their website and learn how to avoid becoming a victim of mortgage fraud or abusive lending
www.stopmortgagefraud.com
U.S. Department of Labor
Information on retirement plans, savings and benefits.
www.dol.gov/dol/topic/retirement/retirementsavings.htm
U.S. Financial Literacy Commission
MyMoney.gov is the U.S. government's website dedicated to teaching all Americans the basics about financial education. Whether you are planning to buy a home, balancing your checkbook, or investing in your 401k, the resources on MyMoney.gov can help you do it better.
www.mymoney.gov
Viatical-Advocate.org
An unbiased information center that's dedicated to educating the public on Viaticals and what they are all about.
www.viatical-advocate.org
What is renters insurance?
State Farm® renters insurance is designed for anyone who rents a home, be it a house or an apartment. You may not own the place where you live, but you still need insurance protection.
www.statefarm.com/insuranc/renters/whatis.htm |
