To own or not to own? Downsizing may not bring on the savings you expect People approaching or in retirement often face a housing dilemma – should you own a detached house or condo/townhouse, or should you rent a house, condo or apartment? Both ownership and renting come with myths and landmines. A traditional benefit […]
Reasons to Avoid Co-Signing a Loan
Why You Should Avoid Co-Signing a Loan It is always a difficult situation when a friend or family member asks you to co-sign a loan. Co-signing a loan means paying a borrower’s debt if he or she defaults on the loan. The reason for the loan may seem quite reasonable, such as to attend school, […]