Looks like the government is getting their erasers out when it come to some peoples mortgage debts. A $14 billion plan has been announced that gives lenders incentives to give the unemployed slashed mortgage payments and to…
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Erasers
Posted by mmetz on March 26th, 2010
Home Sweet _____?
Posted by mmetz on March 24th, 2010
In your head, picture a house. What do you see? Four walls, some windows, and a front door is what most people see when they think of a home, but some have a different vision of a…
Education Station: Short Sale
Posted by mmetz on March 17th, 2010
Knowledge is power! So when you don’t keep yourself in the know, then how can you expect to be on top of your money saving game?
Here at MoneyLounge we understand that you may not have…
Davey Jones’ Mortgage
Posted by mmetz on March 12th, 2010
By this point we are all well aware of the housing situation this country is in. According to CNN, nearly 25% of all mortgages are deep underwater, meaning the borrower owes more than the house is worth.…
Deep Freeze
Posted by mmetz on March 7th, 2010
An electronic oscillator creates a repetitive electronic signal. A portmanteau holds your clothes on vacation. A parasol keeps you dry. Now does anyone know what a freezer does?
No it’s not a trick question. A freezer…
Your Second First Time
Posted by mmetz on March 1st, 2010
By now everybody has heard of the First Time Home Buyer tax credit, and to take advantage of the $8,000, you have to meet the April 30th deadline. What the government is now saying that your second…
Good Neighbor Rewards
Posted by mmetz on February 7th, 2010
Being a good neighbor and community member really should be second nature for most people. For all of those teachers, firefighters, law enforcement officers, and emergency medical workers who are upstanding members of the community, do they…
Pre-Home Ownership
Posted by gtong on January 26th, 2010
What’s the first thing you do when you first move in a home? It’s an exciting time, and maybe all you can think about is getting all your stuff inside. But wait! There are things you can…
Cheap Heat
Posted by mmetz on January 13th, 2010
Brrrrrrrrrr!!! It seems every day is getting colder than the last. Unfortunately, this means as the temperature goes down, heating bills go up. You don’t have to get stuck paying a fortune to keep yourself warm, these…
Lights Out
Posted by mmetz on January 10th, 2010
What are some of your favorite things to spend money on? Going to concerts? Eating out? Going to the Movies? Paying your utility bills?!? Of course you don’t want to pay bills, but you have to unless…