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2012
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Retirement is the ultimate reward for a hard work and smart financial planning during your working years. However, it may not be a comfortable and stress-free time if you have not ensured yourself enough money for big-ticket purchases and other unexpected expenses (on top of everyday expenses) d...
02/28/2012
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It is hard to decipher what is happening with the U.S. economy. Reports of an improving economic climate are met with reports of a dismal one. Janet Dedrick, Equifax Analytical Services Strategic Consultant, says there are four important benchmarks that may help determine if the U.S. economy is ...
02/27/2012
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Do your clients need an incentive to start moving on buying a home? 2012 may be your year, as 30-year fixed rate mortgages are at an all-time low. However, mortgages are becoming more difficult to get approval for, which may result in your real estate deals falling through. Today’s Equifax Financ...
02/24/2012
You may have seen commercials or other advertisements concerning something called an SR-22. So what is it? It is a certificate of insurance filed with the state that guarantees that you have the legally required insurance coverage for that state. This insurance policy is only necessary for peopl...
02/24/2012
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It's tax season once again and if you're still checking the mail for a W-2, you may have to consider other options. Employers are obligated to mail out W-2s by January 31st which would mean they should arrive in the early February. Have you got yours yet? Today on the Equifax Finance blog, tax e...
02/22/2012
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What kind of retirement do you want? You probably have a dream answer and a practical answer. With economic instability, many are growing more reasonable with their retirement plans. But what is the difference between the dream retirement and the reasonable one? Your retirement savings. On toda...
02/22/2012
There can be many reasons why you do not have a high credit score. You could be young, and have never been financially independent until now. Or you may have a thin credit file or a short credit history. Whatever the reason, it is important to boost your credit score because it will lead to fina...
02/20/2012
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When was the last time you reviewed your insurance policy? It may have been a while, since it’s probably one of the last things you want to do once your work week is over. But it can offer you great peace of mind to know you, your family and your business are properly covered. If it has been a w...
02/15/2012
State tax laws are changing and not knowing could cost you. From tax expert Eva Rosenberg, today's Equifax Finance blog illustrates new state taxes for out-of-state taxes. No matter which state you live in and if they have changed their tax laws, you may still be affected. How? Doing business. I...
02/15/2012
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Improving your credit score is an essential way to gain greater financial options and more favorable credit offers from lenders. However, achieving a high credit score is not an instant fix, but that does not mean that you cannot take steps to gradually improve it. Today’s Equifax Finance Blog w...
02/13/2012
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