From the moment we start working, we, as a society are taught to prepare for retirement. You may have been told to put 10% of all your income into a savings account, contribute to your 401K, open an IRA, or invest with a financial firm who can manage your portfolio. While these are great traditional plans, many individuals often overlook...

In a recent article, I outlined the various factors that impact interest rates. Understanding those factors is important, but as we mentioned in the article, not all lenders are the same. You might remember that I even suggested that investors ought to shop around before committing to a specific lender; or the very least utilize the help of a loan...