Many Wisconsin residents neglect to think about their credit reports until they need to make a big purchase. If you are among them, you may find a few surprises when you get around to reviewing yours. Studies suggest that about one in every five Americans has at least...
As a business owner, one of the most important things you can do is figure out your succession plan early. In fact, it should be among the first things that you establish at the start. To do this, you need to know what options are available to you. This way, you can...
Borrowers struggling with mortgage payments have options to avoid a default and foreclosure. By contacting the lender, borrowers may request temporary financial relief through a mortgage forbearance agreement. A forbearance application may require documentation...
When it comes to long-term healthcare planning, there are a couple of different ways you can plan for your later years. One of these ways is through self-funding, where you plan to pay for the costs out-of-pocket. While this method can have several benefits, it is...
When reviewing your estate plan, it can seem like an enormous task at the start. Fortunately, there are ways you can organize your review to make it more manageable. In fact, you do not even need to review every part of your estate plan. When deciding how to...
When you purchase a new or used car, you probably do not think much about odometer fraud. It is easy to take the seller's promise at face value when checking the miles on a car. Unfortunately, odometer fraud happens more than you might guess. Be aware of these signs...
While creditors do have the right to contact you about resolving debt issues, they must follow specific state and federal guidelines when doing so. Unfortunately, some creditors try to use intimidating or dishonest tactics in an attempt to collect. This type of...
While you are not quite ready to apply for Medicaid, you want to learn about the program to create a budget for your golden years in Wisconsin. What out-of-pocket costs should you expect with the state and federal program? Medicaid.gov gives a rundown on out-of-pocket...
Having a will in Wisconsin can minimize the expense your family must pay to the court, fees for putting up a probate bond and associated expenses. These costs may take a large percentage of your estate, leaving your family without funds for other bills. The probate...
Experts recommend annual review of your credit report, and not only to determine your financial wellness. An annual review also clues you in to any errors on your report, which happens more often than you might think. According to the Federal Trade Commission, you...
