Crosswalk.com - Planning

Reasons to Think Twice Before Buying a House

Steve Diggs — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 03:35:00 GMT

In the wake of the mortgage crisis, consumers are rushing to take advantage of government incentives for homebuyers before they expire. But before you sign a contract, here are some characteristics of houses that may encourage potential buyers to move forward with caution.

The Dollar at the Precipice

Fred A. Kingery — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:22:00 GMT

Our currency is headed for a free-fall off a cliff in the international foreign-exchange markets. Why is this almost a certainty?

Estate Planning Essentials for Bad (and Good) Times

Stephen Bloom — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 05:22:00 GMT

Planning the orderly disposition of your estate (the money and property you own, however much or little) is always a step toward good stewardship and financial peace. Lawyer Stephen Bloom gives readers a simple guide.

Is the Economy Really Recovering?

Jay Peroni, CFP(r) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:54:00 GMT

With news reporting the recession is finally over and the stock market recovering over 50% from the March 9th low, we need to ask: is Main Street truly improving?

It Wants Your Wallet! Beware the Cap and Trade Monster

Stephen Bloom — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 05:51:00 GMT

The impact of cap-and-trade will be devastating for individuals and potentially catastrophic for our nation's already troubled economy. And it probably won't help the environment.