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How to get the best loan rates
Learn about the forces that drive rates on several different types of loans in this tough lending environment.

Americans less clueless about mortgages
More people know what kind of mortgage they have than last year, but more also worry about making home payments.

Six ways to insure excess deposits
Want to insure your deposits for more than the FDIC limit at one bank? Here are six ways to do it.

10 costliest cars to own
If it's economy you're looking for, this list isn't for you. Cost, depreciation, insurance, maintenance and repairs add up quickly on these models.

Selling a restaurant investment
Typically, the sale of a partnership investment results in capital gain or loss, says CPA George Saenz.

Plan carefully when avoiding probate
A letter underscores the dangers that lurk when structuring assets to avoid probate, says Dr. Don Taylor.