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Refinance Your Mortgage Now: Top 6 Reasons!

Posted on 09. Aug, 2010 by SFWJ in Real Estate

Lower Rates Aren’t the Only Perk to Refinancing In Today’s Market! The media is making it sound like everyone

Personal Wealth: How to Handle a Financial Windfall

Posted on 20. Jul, 2010 by SFWJ in Wealth Management

Some of us will be the fortunate recipients of a sudden, unexpected or unearned sum of money that can be life changing. Unfortunately, many of us will blow it. Such is the nature of sudden wealth.

Divorce and Money: Splitting the Assets

Posted on 24. Jun, 2010 by SFWJ in Your Finances

If money is a problem in your relationship, it’s probably going to become an even bigger problem with divorce. What if more money is owed on the house than it is worth?

Ups and Downs of the Stock Market: What’s the Impact on Your Investments?

Posted on 10. Jun, 2010 by SFWJ in Your Finances

Tuesday, May 25: Just another day in the stock market: The DJIA (Dow Jones Industrial Average) was down over 200 points mid-day but finished down only 22.82. It bounced around a lot all day. This kind of volatility has gone on for a long time now. by Cathy Curtis, Certified Financial Planner The Dow started [...]

Divorce and Your Home: How to Split your Most Important Asset

Posted on 24. May, 2010 by SFWJ in Real Estate

The declining real estate market has added another headache to couples who are divorcing… “What should we do with our home?”

Living in Earthquake Country – Are You Ready?

Posted on 12. May, 2010 by SFWJ in Real Estate

Having lived through the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake as a homeowner in San Francisco, I often find it helpful to review with my family not only the steps to take to make sure our homes are safe, but what to do in case there is a quake.

Manage Your Budget with Envelopes!

Posted on 10. May, 2010 by SFWJ in Your Finances

I recently recorded a short video illustrating a tip for controlling spending weaknesses. Those who saw it found it very useful: a husband who showed it to his wife who insisted that their teenage daughter watch it;

Creative Ways to Lower Your House Payment!

Posted on 15. Apr, 2010 by SFWJ in Real Estate

I have spoken with countless people who are having a difficult time making their mortgage payments. Most often it is due to a job layoff or divorce.

How to Indulge Your San Francisco Foodie Passion…on a Budget!

Posted on 24. Mar, 2010 by SFWJ in Your Finances

The third truth in my 10 Simple Truths About Money is …Live Within Your Means: Don’t Spend More Than You Earn (or Contrary to Popular Opinion, You Weren’t Born to Shop!). If you are a foodie living in the Bay Area – this is DEFINITELY easier said than done. But don’t fear, help is on [...]

5 BIG Changes Coming Up in the Mortgage Industry!

Posted on 08. Mar, 2010 by SFWJ in Real Estate

2010 is bringing some big changes in the mortgage industry that will affect interest rates, taxes, and qualification. If you are thinking about buying a home or refinancing, you need to be aware of these changes! Following are some of the highlights: