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53yr Old Mom publishes 1 simple wrinkle trick that has angered doctors.
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53yr Old Mom publishes 1 simple wrinkle trick that has angered doctors.
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Man Cheats Credit Score
He Added 126 Points To His Credit Score Using This 1 Easy Tip.
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He Added 126 Points To His Credit Score Using This 1 Easy Tip.
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New ways to cash in on your life insurance policy
Published: Mon, Apr 16, 2012
Dear Savvy Senior:
What can you tell me about life settlements? I have a life insurance policy that I really don’t need any longer and I’ve heard that selling it can produce a nice payout.
-- Interested In Selling
Dear Interested:
If you don’t need your life insurance policy any longer, are having a... Read More
How can you hedge long-term care costs?
Published: Mon, Apr 9, 2012
Q: I think it's a waste of money to buy long-term care insurance because you may never use it. And as you've written, insurers keep raising premiums. Isn't there a better solution?
A: There are several solutions to hedging the potential cost of long-term custodial care, which is not covered by Medicare or any... Read More
CD options are a matter of principal
Published: Tue, Nov 22, 2011
DEAR BRUCE: I am 84 years old and have two CDs worth about $230,000. I have my three adult children registered as equal principal beneficiaries. What are their options upon my demise? Can their shares be rolled over into their IRAs, and the required minimum withdrawal be based upon their reaching 70 1/2? Or must... Read More
Four financial checkups you need to do this fall
Published: Tue, Oct 4, 2011
There's a certain amount of energy associated with the fall season. Maybe it's left over from the days of our childhood, when autumn meant new school supplies, new clothes and the start of a new school year.
Fall is also a good, uncluttered time to take a fresh look at your finances. That gives you time to make... Read More
The temporary Social Security benefit that is still around 76 years later
Published: Mon, Jul 25, 2011
Q: My friends and I have a Social Security round-table discussion once a month at a local coffee shop. At our last get-together, the subject of the Social Security $255 death benefit came up. I was surprised to learn that it is only paid when the deceased was married.
So, why does Social Security discriminate... Read More
Universal life insurance police could expire long before you do
Published: Thu, Jun 16, 2011
If you think your life insurance will last your lifetime, you may be in for a rude surprise. Many people who purchased cash-value life insurance and have been paying scheduled premiums for the past 15 or 20 years are finding out that their policies are about to lapse!
It's a potential problem with all cash-value... Read More
You divorced your husband, not your debt
Published: Wed, Jun 23, 2010
Bruce Williams talks about debt responsibilities following a divorce. Read More
I want my rent money now
Updated: Wed, Mar 3, 2010
DEAR BRUCE: We tried being landlords and learned the hard way that we shouldn't go it alone. We own two houses and decided to use the service of a real estate manager to find renters and handle the paperwork. We have had problems with past renters not paying, doing damage, etc. The manager has collected rent each... Read More
He'll only believe Bruce
Published: Tue, Feb 23, 2010
DEAR BRUCE: I have two credit card accounts that were obtained several years ago in my name only, before I was married. I have life insurance on these card balances so that, in case something happened to me, the balances would be paid off in full. I continue to use these cards today. My husband wanted to know if... Read More
Popular Money Advice You Shouldn't Take
Updated: Thu, Jan 28, 2010
Bad advice: Do not save money for yourself until you have paid off your credit cards. Direct every cent you can scrape together to pay down your credit card debt as quickly as possible. It's not smart to earn 1 percent interest on money you save while you are paying 20 percent or more on your credit card debt.... Read More
Save on life insurance
Published: Mon, Oct 19, 2009
Despite the economy, it's possible to save money and hold onto your life insurance, a key financial safety net for your loved ones. If you already have coverage, according to independent insurance agent Christopher Elmore of Tulsa, you might be able to cut hundreds of dollars from your annual premium, due to three... Read More
INNOVATIONS IN FUNDRAISING
Updated: Wed, Apr 22, 2009
Pickens’ program stirs discussion in academic world The innovationIn early 2007, the Oklahoma State athletic department purchased life insurance policies for 25 aging OSU fans and alums, calling the program "The Gift of a Lifetime.” As the participants die, the athletic department will ideally... Read More
Insurance for retirement
Published: Fri, Oct 3, 2008
How do I obtain insurance in retirement, and how much will it cost me?
Here's the big question: Do any requirements for insurance disappear in retirement?
Here's the big answer: Possibly. So it might be Foolish to see what we can expect.
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Saving for retirement vs. college
Published: Fri, Oct 3, 2008
Some people make saving for their children’s college education a priority over investing their retirement.
Financial advisors say that’s a mistake.
“You can borrow money for your kids to go to school, but you can’t borrow money for retirement,” said Richard Finley, financial advisor and owner of... Read More
National Guard group honors senator
Updated: Wed, Apr 26, 2006
State Sen. Randy Bass, D-Lawton, has been named Will Rogers Legislator of the Year by the National Guard Association of Oklahoma for his legislation to help Guard members and other military personnel. The association recognized Bass for legislation he authored last year to give members of the Guard a $250,000... Read More
Legislation intended to aid Guard, veterans
Updated: Fri, Jun 3, 2005
With battle tanks in the background, Gov. Brad Henry signed his "Operation Homefront" legislation Thursday to help National Guard members and military veterans. The governor, with legislators and National Guard members behind him, signed the legislation amid military displays outside the 45th Infantry Division... Read More
Paramours, pastors testify in Andrew trial
Updated: Sat, Jun 19, 2004
Brenda Andrew was a good mother, and it was hard to believe she could have had a role in her husband's death, one of her former lovers testified Friday during her murder trial. The testimony came from Rick Nunley, a reservoir engineering technician who had an affair with Brenda Andrew while she was married to... Read More
Estate sues man's wife, her friend
Updated: Tue, Nov 18, 2003
The estate of murder victim Rob Andrew has filed a lawsuit against his estranged wife, her boyfriend and the insurance company where James Pavatt worked. E.R. Andrew, the victim's father and administrator of his son's estate, filed the lawsuit in Oklahoma County, alleging Brenda Andrew, the estranged wife; her... Read More
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