Esther Trattner
Esther Trattner
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Life • Jun 09
You may not buy these weird Black Friday facts
There's much more to Black Friday than buying and brawling.
Life • Jun 09
You may not buy these weird Black Friday facts
There's much more to Black Friday than buying and brawling.
Mortgages • Jun 02
3 reasons haunted houses should terrify homebuyers
When a home has a spooky reputation, that can put a chill on resale value.
Mortgages • Jun 02
3 reasons haunted houses should terrify homebuyers
When a home has a spooky reputation, that can put a chill on resale value.
Banking • Oct 17
How to switch banks
Found a better deal on banking? Switching banks doesn't have to be messy.
Banking • Oct 17
How to switch banks
Found a better deal on banking? Switching banks doesn't have to be messy.
Banking • Aug 16
What is a cashier's check?
These special checks are for when you make large purchases. Here's how to get one.
Banking • Aug 16
What is a cashier's check?
These special checks are for when you make large purchases. Here's how to get one.
Retirement • Aug 14
How to save $1 million dollars
America has nearly 25 million millionaires. Here's how to become one of them.
Retirement • Aug 14
How to save $1 million dollars
America has nearly 25 million millionaires. Here's how to become one of them.
Managing Money • May 19
How to fix your credit score fast
Boosting your credit score can change your life. Here's how to go about it.
Managing Money • May 19
How to fix your credit score fast
Boosting your credit score can change your life. Here's how to go about it.
Retirement • May 10
5 reasons you won't retire on time
It's time to get serious about why you might not retire when you actually want to.
Retirement • May 10
5 reasons you won't retire on time
It's time to get serious about why you might not retire when you actually want to.
Mortgages • Apr 24
What is a proof of funds letter?
When you're buying property, this important document proves to lenders that you have the money to do so.
Mortgages • Apr 24
What is a proof of funds letter?
When you're buying property, this important document proves to lenders that you have the money to do so.
Life • Apr 18
Which president has the highest IQ score?
See how the presidents rank for intelligence. Does a high IQ guarantee success?
Life • Apr 18
Which president has the highest IQ score?
See how the presidents rank for intelligence. Does a high IQ guarantee success?
Loans • Apr 13
Are pawnshop loans a good idea?
When you need an emergency loan, your local pawnshop might help.
Loans • Apr 13
Are pawnshop loans a good idea?
When you need an emergency loan, your local pawnshop might help.
Insurance • Mar 23
Explaining the different types of life insurance
Term? Variable universal? Mortgage life insurance? Find out how to tell policies apart.
Insurance • Mar 23
Explaining the different types of life insurance
Term? Variable universal? Mortgage life insurance? Find out how to tell policies apart.
Insurance • Mar 23
Home improvements that have the best payoff
These projects give you the best returns when it's time to sell your home.
Insurance • Mar 23
Home improvements that have the best payoff
These projects give you the best returns when it's time to sell your home.
Managing Money • Mar 17
How to make money with your body — legally
Need extra cash? Get out there and sell yourself — literally.
Managing Money • Mar 17
How to make money with your body — legally
Need extra cash? Get out there and sell yourself — literally.
Life • Mar 16
10 ways to prepare for a recession
You're going to need more than an umbrella for this storm.
Life • Mar 16
10 ways to prepare for a recession
You're going to need more than an umbrella for this storm.
Loans • Mar 14
How to get a small loan
A small loan can get you cash quickly, but take a moment to ensure you don't get fleeced.
Loans • Mar 14
How to get a small loan
A small loan can get you cash quickly, but take a moment to ensure you don't get fleeced.
Insurance • Feb 22
13 Brilliant Ways To Save On Your Household Bills
A little ingenuity can save you a lot of money.
Insurance • Feb 22
13 Brilliant Ways To Save On Your Household Bills
A little ingenuity can save you a lot of money.
Life • Jan 31
When is the best time to buy a mattress?
If you’re in the market for a mattress, your best opportunity to save might be sooner than you think.
Life • Jan 31
When is the best time to buy a mattress?
If you’re in the market for a mattress, your best opportunity to save might be sooner than you think.
Investing • Jan 10
What types of mutual funds can you invest in?
There are four main types of mutual funds you can invest in.
Investing • Jan 10
What types of mutual funds can you invest in?
There are four main types of mutual funds you can invest in.
Taxes • Jan 10
What is taxable income?
Understanding what's taxed and what's not will help you avoid penalties and get the right refund.
Taxes • Jan 10
What is taxable income?
Understanding what's taxed and what's not will help you avoid penalties and get the right refund.
Managing Money • Jan 04
5 countries where you can retire for $200K
Whether retirement is a month or a decade away, it's not too early to start thinking about where to retire to.
Managing Money • Jan 04
5 countries where you can retire for $200K
Whether retirement is a month or a decade away, it's not too early to start thinking about where to retire to.
Insurance • Dec 23
How to transfer a car title
Selling or gifting your car? Avoid a bumpy title handoff.
Insurance • Dec 23
How to transfer a car title
Selling or gifting your car? Avoid a bumpy title handoff.
Banking • Dec 20
How to cancel a check
A check got lost or stolen, or you goofed on the amount? Here's what to do next.
Banking • Dec 20
How to cancel a check
A check got lost or stolen, or you goofed on the amount? Here's what to do next.
Banking • Nov 25
Where to exchange currency
When you travel, don't accept dismal exchange rates or high currency exchange fees.
Banking • Nov 25
Where to exchange currency
When you travel, don't accept dismal exchange rates or high currency exchange fees.
Mortgages • Nov 24
4 lies to avoid about when applying for a mortgage
When it's time for you to apply for a mortgage, you must provide lenders with accurate information.
Mortgages • Nov 24
4 lies to avoid about when applying for a mortgage
When it's time for you to apply for a mortgage, you must provide lenders with accurate information.
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