archived articles on personal finance
Bankruptcy FAQ
Find quick answers to common legal questions concerning bankruptcy.
March 24, 2004
Source: AARP.org
U.S. Savings Bonds
AARP looks at the different types of U.S. Savings Bonds to help you decide the best type for you, and offers tips on buying and storing them.
March 5, 2004
By: AARP Education & Outreach | Source: AARP.org
Tax Season Doesn't Intimidate Davis and Durkee
Most people dread doing their taxes, but Davis and Durkee help file other people’s taxes for free.
February 6, 2004
Source: AARP.org
Selling a Home
If you are thinking of selling your home, prepare yourself for all the decisions you’ll need to make – from selecting a real estate agent to knowing what is taxable.
December 1, 2003
By: AARP Education & Outreach | Source: AARP.org
Settlement Proves Predatory Lending Is a Problem
AARP Ohio statement regarding settlement of alleged predatory lending practices between the state of Ohio and Household Finance Corp.
September 11, 2003
Source: AARP.org
Credit Repair Firms Often Fix Nothing
The vast majority of credit-repair firms promise what they can't deliver—to erase your bad credit.
June 30, 2003
Source: AARP Bulletin Today
Get Involved Before A Bad Loan Gets You or Someone You Know
AARP Ohio describers its efforts to protect homeowners against predatory lenders.
May 5, 2003
Source: AARP.org
What Are the Costs?
A detailed explanation of all the costs of an HECM reverse mortgage.
May 30, 2006
Source: AARP Foundation Reverse Mortgage Education Project
Total Costs and Model Specifications
Information on how best to see and compare the true costs & benefits of reverse mortgages.
April 25, 2003
Source: AARP Foundation Reverse Mortgage Education Project
A Rising Debt" Loan "
The amount you owe on a reverse mortgage grows larger and larger.
April 17, 2006
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