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Personal Finance Quick Guides

  • Bankruptcy Guidelines Bankruptcy Guidelines

    By Charmayne Smith

    Bankruptcy can be a difficult choice. Before you file, make sure that you have evaluated the decision carefully. Ensure that you have a strong understanding of the laws and consequences.

  • Overview of the Stock Market Overview of the Stock Market

    By Marlee Elkins

    When you think of the stock market, maybe you envision Wall Street, humming with activity as brokers make clients rich--or poor--by the closing bell. In reality, the market is an option for many investors. Use this eHow guide to learn how it works.

  • 411 On Federal Exemptions 411 On Federal Exemptions

    By D. M. Cameron

    The only things certain are death and taxes--maybe. Federal exemptions exist that could free you from certain taxes. Use this guide to learn some of the ways you can avoid taxation for yourself or your charitable organization.

  • Guide to Lease Agreements Guide to Lease Agreements

    By Jada Cash

    In real estate, leases are designed to protect both the property owner and the renter. Both parties should know their rights and pay close attention to the language of the lease. This eHow guide will provide you with what you need to know.

  • Basics of Checking Basics of Checking

    By Contributing Writer

    Are you thinking about opening a checking account for yourself or your business? Do you know where to begin? What kind of account you need? What bank should you use? Use this eHow guide to understand bank checking accounts.

  • My Credit Score Guide My Credit Score Guide

    By Joyce Priddy

    Your credit score determines the types of loans, credit cards and purchases you can make. Increase your credit score to get better deals on large items, such as cars and houses. Let our guide teach you about credit scores and how to improve them.

  • Tax Levy Basics Tax Levy Basics

    By Jada Cash

    Levies -- tax penalties involving seizure of property due to failure to pay taxes -- can be a nightmare. This guide will teach you the basics about taxes and tax penalties to help you avoid levies, or deal with them when they occur.

  • Guide to the Stock Exchange Guide to the Stock Exchange

    By Alan Kirk

    For new investors the stock market can seem like a confusing place--with all the noise and the regulations involved on the trading floor. This guide will provide a basic understanding of the stock market and its rules and regulations.

  • Smart Debt Consolidation Smart Debt Consolidation

    By Kathryn Hatter

    If you are overextended financially, and need help managing your debt, then consider smart debt consolidation. Follow the useful tips and information from these eHow experts to find out ways to pay off debt and plan for your future.

  • Building a Good Credit 101 Building a Good Credit 101

    By Lillian Downey

    Good credit earns you low interest rates and the ability to buy homes and cars. Bad credit affects everything from your ability to get a new job to how much you pay in loan interest. Use this guide to to get your credit on the right path.

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