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It seems like every time we turn around, the federal government has another program to help troubled mortgage borrowers. Is more government intervention the answer or are we relying too much on the government to get us out of this mess?

If you could benefit from a mortgage modification, consider going to the Palm Beach Convention Center between now and Tuesday to join thousands of others receiving counseling sessions.

Do you have questions about missing mortgage payments or being late a few times? Here are some answers to common mortgage payment questions to help you understand your options better.

Strong cash-flows makes Verizon attractive to dividend seeking investors

VF Corporation (VFC) is one of the world's largest clothing manufacturers and a historically reliable dividend payer.

Mortgage rates continue to drop for the ninth out of 10 weeks. Will they continue to drop?

Are 40-year mortgages the ideal way to go if you modify your mortgage? That's what many mortgage borrowers are getting when they go through the modification process.

Homeowners who are falling behind in their mortgage payments are not necessarily getting turned over to collections. Instead, there are other options available to avoid foreclosure.

Brace yourself, I bear non-apocalyptic news about personal debt. Well, sort of.

Continued from yesterday, this is the second part of a two-part series about the common mistakes that first-time homebuyers make.

Mortgage rates are at record lows, but so are home sales. What are the reasons for that happening?

Are you excited about buying your first home? Before you jump in too deep, read about these common mistakes that first-time homebuyers make so you can avoid them.

Secured credit cards are a great way to rebuild your credit. But how do you know which ones to choose? Here are three reputable ones to help you get back on the right financial track fast.

The day you pay off your mortgage is an exciting day. So why would you want to put that off? Here are some reasons not to.

The global financial crisis has seen many big banks around the world. Despite the tough economic conditions, several small-scale "local" banks have weathered the storm just fine.