Personal Finance Quick Guides

Talk of recession and even depression has inspired a rush for gold. Whether your aim is to diversify financial assets, allay bailout anxiety or simply get your hands on some hard cash, you're in for a goldmine of precious eHow expert advice.

Quick Guide Sections:Prospecting , Gold Sales, Gold Investment

Economic times they are a-changing and faster than the government and business media can keep up. Regardless of whether the market's hit a recession or just a rough patch, eHow's experts offer smart solutions for businesses and individual investors.

Quick Guide Sections:Hang Tough, Mind Your Business, Find the Silver Lining

That nest egg sure looks tasty about now... But you know better than to crack open your vital retirement savings, don't you? eHow's personal finance gurus remind us why IRAs should stay put for maximum long-term benefits.

Quick Guide Sections:IRA Rates, IRA Contributions , Roth IRAs

If you're trying to rent an apartment, buy a car or get a job, credit grantors will look up your credit report to get an idea of your credit payment history. It's important to review your credit report and correct any credit disputes. Let our eHow editors show you how.

Quick Guide Sections:Get a Report , Credit Report Disputes

If you don't want your wallet to feel the pinch from a full purchase, opt for a layaway plan. Layaway plans allow you to pay little by little until the entire amount is paid off. In a recession, layaway plans offer a bit of breathing room. Let our guide show you how.

Quick Guide Sections:Buy on Layaway

Record lows and sagging retail sales have sparked fear and loathing in Wall Street. But if you are a beginning buyer, you have your pick of the best stock prices. eHow reveals ways to buy low and sell high in this market for a longer term investment.

Quick Guide Sections:Buying Stock, Trading Stock, Stock Market Education

As unexpected emergencies arise, we typically find ourselves in a financial bind. Fortunately, payday loans offer some stress relief when money is tight. Let our experts show you how to survive until payday and how to avoid paying fees.

Quick Guide Sections:Get a Loan , Don't Pay Fees

Selling real estate is always a challenge, but timeshare sales are even tougher in an economic downturn. You need the extra cash while other folks are trying to cut back on excess spending. What to do? eHow reveals sale and rental solutions.

Quick Guide Sections:Timeshare Sales, Timeshare Rentals

An AARP card is your ticket to many a perk and benefit, including affordable home, auto, medical and life insurance programs. Enjoy your golden years as a senior heeding the following eHow expert advice.

Quick Guide Sections:AARP Home and Auto Insurance, AARP Medical Insurance, AARP Life Insurance

If you find yourself drowning in debt and credit collectors are constantly calling you, then it's time to figure out an immediate solution. Let our experts help you learn more about debt consolidation.

Quick Guide Sections:Get Cosolidated, Business Debt Solutions