Timeshares have notoriously bad history when it comes to resale. But stopping maintenance fees could easily destroy your credit and be considered a breach of contract. Instead, continue paying those fees while you search for a financial solution to unload that time-share. If you can't sell it—and in this market, that's a reasonable possibility— we've got information on that here.
Ways to Avoid: 1. Running out of money before you die 2. Running afoul of tax rules resulting in unexpected taxes and penalties 3. Leaving any leftovers in a form that deprives your heirs of benefits.
These are tough economic times for people of all ages, but few are affected more than senior citizens living on pensions and Social Security, and juggling medical bills, credit card payments and mortgages along with soaring food and gas costs.
Cash flow—how much money is flowing into and out of your life—may be an easy concept to understand, but not everyone is aware of the importance of skillfully managing that cash. Here are 10 powerful techniques for improving your money management and your financial health right now.
As the economic downturn continues and families face tighter budgets, ongoing troubles in the student loan markets, and a national unemployment rate that just hit its highest level in five years, more students are struggling to pay for their college education.