Personal Finances – Page 43

What to Know About Online Paycheck Advances and Why They Face Scrutiny

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has proposed a rule that would treat the offerings as loans, requiring the providers to disclose their charges as interest rates.

By Ann Carrns

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When the Stock Market Drops, Stay Calm and Do Nothing

There is no reason to think that you can predict what will happen in the markets in the next few hours or in the near future. It’s better not to try.

By Ron Lieber

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A Mortgage Alternative for Lower-Priced Homes Comes With Risks

Seller-financed loans known as “land contracts” don’t involve a bank and lack the consumer protections available with traditional home loans.

By Ann Carrns

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Why You Should Be Taking a Hard Look at Your Investments Right Now

After big gains in stocks and mediocre returns for bonds, investors are taking on undue risk if they don’t rebalance their holdings, our columnist says.

By Jeff Sommer