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Need he pay it off if she sells the house?http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/ex-pay-2nd-mortgage-sell-home.aspx?pid=p:dlsTue, 01 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Diesels have changed since the days of smoky, noisy engines. Here's what to expect today.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/auto/pros-cons-diesel-cars.aspx?pid=p:dlsTue, 01 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Jumbo loans were hard to find for a while, but they've returned. How do you qualify for one?http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/jumbo-mortgages-rates.aspx?pid=p:dlsTue, 01 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT No one expects the Bankrate Inquisition -- not even "Monty Python's" own Terry Gilliam.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/celebrity-money/qa-terry-gilliam.aspx?pid=p:dlsTue, 01 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT May has sales on flowers for Mother's Day, as well as on clothes and seasonal produce.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/frugal/on-sale-may.aspx?pid=p:dlsTue, 01 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Keep your money safe by choosing FDIC-backed accounts and diversification.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/banking/fdic-insurance-bank-1.aspx?pid=p:dlsTue, 01 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Find out whether money back that effectively cuts your Social Security could be a good deal.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/retirement/swap-social-security-tax-refund-annuity.aspx?pid=p:dlsMon, 30 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Make your yard sizzle and bring home the buyers. Build lawn equity if you're not selling.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/want-curb-appeal-diy-vs-hiring-pro.aspx?pid=p:dlsMon, 30 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT If you've made financial missteps early, here's some advice to help you establish credit.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/credit/young-bad-credit.aspx?pid=p:dlsMon, 30 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT If you like it, then you should put a ring insurance policy on it. Is your bling protected?http://www.bankrate.com/finance/insurance/engagement-ring-insurance.aspx?pid=p:dlsMon, 30 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT These cars aren't ready for prime time, but they blend fuel economy with luxury like no other.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/auto/hybrid-supercars.aspx?pid=p:dlsMon, 30 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Think a hybrid car is the answer to rising fuel costs? Here's a break down of the costs.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/auto/hybrid-worth-cost.aspx?pid=p:dlsMon, 30 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Gas prices are near $4 per gallon. Bankrate can help you select the right fuel-efficient car.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/auto/spring-guide-fuel-efficient-cars.aspx?pid=p:dlsMon, 30 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Rising gas prices got you down? Get more gas for less cash with a rewards card.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/credit-debt/save-pump-gas-rewards-card.aspx?pid=p:dlsMon, 30 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Parents wondering how they got on a child's student loan might ask the kid, ask for a lawyer.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/college-finance/loan-co-signer-forgery.aspx?pid=p:dlsFri, 27 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Knowing how to apartment-hunt on Craigslist isn't classified information. Use these tips.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/find-apartment-craigslist.aspx?pid=p:dlsFri, 27 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Love your mom? Flowers and chocolates can't compare to these amazing vacations.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/personal-finance/6-dream-getaways-mom-mothers-day.aspx?pid=p:dlsFri, 27 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT A new study shows how much you can save on buying a new car. Here's how to get the best price.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/auto/dealer-new-car.aspx?pid=p:dlsFri, 27 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT A car loan rate shouldn't exceed your state's usury rate. Find out what you can do if it does.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/auto/highest-rate-car-loan.aspx?pid=p:dlsFri, 27 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Insurance coverage can go way beyond auto, home and health. Even out of this world.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/insurance/8-of-the-weirdest-insurance-policies.aspx?pid=p:dlsFri, 27 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT The "Minute to Win it" host and chef talks about how he simmered his way to success.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/personal-finance/money-q-a-with-guy-fieri-1.aspx?pid=p:dlsFri, 27 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT A first-time homebuyer's inexperience can cause some costly mistakes.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/mortgage/first-time-homebuying-regrets.aspx?pid=p:dlsFri, 27 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Learn if owning your house in the clear helps put your financial house in order for retirement.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/pay-off-mortgage-start-retirement-saving.aspx?pid=p:dlsThu, 26 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Money can be a wedge for couples. Can money management keep you and your spouse from arguing?http://www.bankrate.com/finance/personal-finance/money-management-save-marriage.aspx?pid=p:dlsThu, 26 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Showing Mom you care doesn't have to break the bank. Surprise her with these ideas.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/personal-finance/5-frugal-gift-ideas-for-mother-s-day.aspx?pid=p:dlsThu, 26 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Fewer students will qualify for grant money, and federal student loans will get more expensive.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/college-finance/changes-in-financial-aid-programs.aspx?pid=p:dlsThu, 26 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT With tuition bills and loan defaults on the rise, more students are questioning conventional wisdom.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/college-finance/college-costs-1.aspx?pid=p:dlsThu, 26 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Putting your debt eggs in one basket may not help unless you hatch a broader financial plan.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/credit/debt-consolidation-hurt-credit-rating.aspx?pid=p:dlsThu, 26 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT You've picked out a new home. Now what?http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/6-must-dos-before-buying-a-home-1.aspx?pid=p:dlsThu, 26 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Shopping online for a home opens up creative possibilities you might have missed.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/4-homebuyer-pointers-shopping-online.aspx?pid=p:dlsThu, 26 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT The I bond's fixed rate is stuck at zero percent. Find out why people still buy these bonds.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/investing/i-bond-hedge-against-inflation.aspx?pid=p:dlsThu, 26 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT If a family changes states, the old one may still be used for the kids' prepaid tuition accounts.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/college-finance/move-prepaid-college-tuition-plan.aspx?pid=p:dlsWed, 25 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT The way to get the best deal from Social Security requires careful computer analysis.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/retirement/making-the-most-of-social-security-benefits-1.aspx?pid=p:dlsWed, 25 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Just discovered you fouled up your tax return? Here's your second chance to get it right.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/money-guides/make-a-tax-mistake.aspx?pid=p:dlsWed, 25 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Becoming a user on someone else's credit card could raise your credit score. Find out how.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/credit-cards/raise-credit-score-help-friend.aspx?pid=p:dlsWed, 25 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Knowing these rules may make a difference in how much you'll get in Social Security benefits.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/retirement/7-social-security-benefits.aspx?pid=p:dlssWed, 25 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Go into a short sale with realistic expectations of how long it may take.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/mortgage/why-do-short-sales-take-so-long.aspx?pid=p:dlsWed, 25 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Make sure buyers notice your house when they look online by following these tips.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/sell-home-online.aspx?pid=p:dlsWed, 25 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Something for nothing? Not anymore, thanks to fees on formerly free stuff like pizza deliveries.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/personal-finance/freebies-now-you-pay-for.aspx?pid=p:dlsWed, 25 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Identity theft affects millions each year. Is insuring against it a sound decision?http://www.bankrate.com/finance/insurance/insurance-identity-theft-1.aspx?pid=p:dlsWed, 25 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT A conservative investor has options besides insured deposits if rising prices are a concern.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/investing/safely-diversify-against-inflation.aspx?pid=p:dlsWed, 25 Apr 2012 01:00:00 EDT Don't become ensnared in a predatory loan trap. Look for the warning signs you're being stalked.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/debt/avoid-predatory-loan.aspx?pid=p:dlsTue, 08 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Use savvy that would make your mom proud when buying her a gift she'll really enjoy.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/frugal/shop-smart-6-popular-mothers-day-gifts.aspx?pid=p:dlsTue, 08 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Most people burn through it or take unnecessary risk. Here's the right way to handle a windfall.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/personal-finance/inheritance-1.aspx?pid=p:dlsTue, 08 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Becoming debt free may feel impossible, but with a payment strategy you can succeed.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/how-to-dig-out-of-credit-card-debt.aspx?pid=p:dlsTue, 08 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT You part with a lot of cash when you buy a home. Here are some expenses to tally.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/costs-buy-home.aspx?pid=p:dlsTue, 08 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT If there's a lien on your home and your wages are threatened, you've been hit with a judgment.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/debt/creditors-attack-lien-legal.aspx?pid=p:dlsTue, 08 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT The rules that apply to inherited property in the U.S. also apply to inherited foreign property.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/taxes/capital-gains-tax-inherited-property.aspx?pid=p:dlsTue, 08 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Get educated on a 529 plan, a good course to set money aside toward earning a graduate degree.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/college-finance/best-way-save-money-grad-school.aspx?pid=p:dlsMon, 07 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Regular maintenance is the way to protect your home from costly repairs.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/video-frugal-home-maintenance.aspx?pid=p:dlsMon, 07 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Bankrate's 2012 survey examines fees and features of prepaid debit cards.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/banking/best-prepaid-debit-cards.aspx?pid=p:dlsMon, 07 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT A prepaid card can cost you a bundle. Be aware of the fees before loading one with your money.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/banking/prepaid-debit-cards-carry-fistful-fees.aspx?pid=p:dlsMon, 07 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Before getting a prepaid debit card, check on the many fees you could be paying.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/banking/prepaid-debit-cards-fees.aspx?pid=p:dlsMon, 07 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT It's time for some diligent detective work if they say, "You owe," you say, "I don't know."http://www.bankrate.com/finance/debt/pay-old-debt-mystery.aspx?pid=p:dlsMon, 07 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Think of interest costs to decide how to put liquidity from your home into a new pool out back.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/refinance/refinancing-swimming-pool.aspx?pid=p:dlsFri, 04 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Times are tough for the jobless. Should you go back to school or just marry a Kardashian?http://www.bankrate.com/finance/personal-finance/unemployed-get-job-1.aspx?pid=p:dlsFri, 04 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT You are not powerless, but one of these weaknesses may kill your wealth willpower.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/personal-finance/compulsive-shopping-traps.aspx?pid=p:dlsFri, 04 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Forget about turmoil in the Middle East. You can curb your fuel cost by altering your driving.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/auto/tune-driving-save-gas.aspx?pid=p:dlsFri, 04 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Think you'll avoid repairs with a new car? Don't forget, it will need regular maintenance, too.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/auto/fix-old-car-or-buy-new-car.aspx?pid=p:dlsFri, 04 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Does your house feel all empty inside? Here's how to sell a home that's unoccupied.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/selling-vacant-home.aspx?pid=p:dlsFri, 04 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Make sure your roof, windows and doors are battle-ready for bouts with big storms.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/insurance/home-shape-hurricane-season-1.aspx?pid=p:dlsFri, 04 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Know about rate risks and other downsides before relying on a HELOC for emergencies.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/home-equity/borrow-home-equity-just-in-case.aspx?pid=p:dlsThu, 03 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT It's easy to make mistakes but hard to recognize them. Take these steps to recover.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/investing/5-bad-financial-decisions-and-how-to-recover-1.aspx?pid=p:dlsThu, 03 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Refinancing or getting a reverse mortgage can provide you cash and spare your retirement funds.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/debt/don-t-you-dare-pay-off-mortgage-with-ira.aspx?pid=p:dlsThu, 03 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT You didn't keep track of your CD and it reached maturity. Here's what to expect and what to do.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/cd/forgot-matured-cd.aspx?pid=p:dlsThu, 03 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Arkadi Kuhlmann, the chairman of ING Direct USA, explains why saving is important.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/banking/qa-ing-direct-usa-arkadi-kuhlmann.aspx?pid=p:dls"Thu, 03 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Some really big names have made some really bad decisions when it comes to investing.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/personal-finance/celebrity-bad-investments-1.aspx?pid=p:dlsThu, 03 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Not everyone can afford a large sedan, but these choices offer the best value in upscale cars.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/auto/cheap-to-own-luxury-cars.aspx?pid=p:dlsThu, 03 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT If you're entitled to the $25,000 deduction, you have to claim it regardless of your other income.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/taxes/defer-passive-activity-loss.aspx?pid=p:dlsThu, 03 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT There are times when home sellers wish they hadn't used their property as a piggy bank.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/refinance/cash-out-refinance-hurt-sale.aspx?pid=p:dls"Wed, 02 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT You got a check that's less, or more, than you expected. Find out why and what to do about it.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/money-guides/what-if-your-tax-refund-is-wrong-1.aspx?pid=p:dlsWed, 02 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Don't fall for that pouty face. Caving in to kids' money demands can put you in the poorhouse.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/personal-finance/5-dumb-ways-spend-money-kids.aspx?pid=p:dlsWed, 02 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Need conversation starters? These weather facts will blow your friends away at the next party.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/personal-finance/places-most-extreme-weather.aspx?pid=p:dlsWed, 02 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Are municipal bonds a good investment these days? What's the best way to invest in them?http://www.bankrate.com/finance/investing/municipal-bonds-investing-1.aspx?pid=p:dlsWed, 02 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Fees could be eating away at your 401(k) without you knowing about it.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/retirement/revealing-nest-egg-fees.aspx?pid=p:dlsWed, 02 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Comps. Homebuyers and sellers have heard of them. But what, exactly, are comparables?http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/comps.aspx?pid=p:dlsWed, 02 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT Here's why you might wait with Social Security if you stay employed past full retirement age.http://www.bankrate.com/finance/retirement/work-take-social-security.aspx?pid=p:dlsWed, 02 May 2012 01:00:00 EDT