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Tip of the Day: A Strategy for Saving (3/2/09)
Today we have a video of Dennis Johnson as he gives some tips for saving money. He says that your expenses should be less than your income, and that you need to develop a budget so you’re able to save some money. If you have debt, incorporate the repayment into your budget. You need to [...]
Continue reading...Tip of the Day: Don’t Use Home Equity Loans to Pay Off Other Debt (2/27/09)
Friday, February 27, 2009
For our tip today we have a video where Dennis Johnson talks about taking out home equity loans to pay off other debt—something he does not recommend. You need to a flashplayer enabled browser to view this YouTube video
Continue reading...Tip of the Day: An Explanation of a Universal Default Clause (2/25/09)
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Today’s tip features Dennis Johnson of ClearPoint Financial Solutions as he explains a universal default clause. This clause may be part of your credit card application, and it means your credit card company can monitor your credit history. So if you miss a payment with anyone, your credit card company can raise your minimum payment [...]
Continue reading...Tip of the Day – Be an Informed Consumer (2/17/09)
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
In this Tip of the Day, Dennis Johnson of ClearPoint Financial Solutions advises on how to be an informed consumer. Check out the video below. You need to a flashplayer enabled browser to view this YouTube video
Continue reading...Tip of the Day – Prioritizing Debt (2/16/09)
Monday, February 16, 2009
In this Tip of the Day, Dennis Johnson of ClearPoint Financial Solutions talks about how you should prioritize your debt. You need to a flashplayer enabled browser to view this YouTube video
Continue reading...Tip of the Day 2/11/09
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Something that we’ve been continually hearing from the community is the need for information and trusted advice. To respond to this need Channel 9 has created a series of short spots – featuring our community partners – with nuggets of helpful, trusted, information. Therefore, for the next two weeks we will be featuring a “Tip [...]
Continue reading...Resources that can help…
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
If you or someone you know is having trouble making their mortgage payment or needs some type of financial counseling assistance please call the United Way’s 2-1-1 referral service at 1-800-427-4626 or visit their website at www.211missouri.org. For Financial Counseling assistance you can click on the link here Clearpoint Financial Solutions or call them at 1-877-422-9040. For [...]
Continue reading...Facing the Finanancial Crisis – LIVE TONIGHT!
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Tune into Channel 9 TONIGHT or watch the live-stream of Facing the Financial Crisis at 7:00pm CST. Channel 9 producer Ruth Ezell and a panel of experts discuss the impact of the national financial crisis in our area and answer questions from the audience. A team of counselors and advisors from area nonprofit organizations will be [...]
Continue reading...I.O.U.S.A Information and Trailer
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
November 12, 2008 As we continue to connect people to resources and raise awareness of the impact of the mortgage crisis in St. Louis the scope of the problem has become much broader and deeper. As a result, we at KETC have been discussing how to continue to connect people to resources and raise awareness and [...]
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The St. Louis Beacon posted a new segment in their Job Talk series earlier this week. This report describes GO! Network and its work to help unemployed professionals in St. Louis. The economic downturn has led to unemployment among groups who have never before had to worry about paying their bills on time. Among them [...]
Reverse mortgages are a complicated product and aren’t appropriate for everyone. In our final video of the series, Buz describes the basic considerations that seniors must make when determining if a reverse mortgage is right for them. We hope you’ve enjoyed these videos. A huge thanks to Buz Zeman for talking with us. Additional information on reverse [...]
The explosive popularity of reverse mortgages and the flood of advertisements that followed have spread a number of misconceptions about reverse mortgages. Buz addresses a number of them in this video, explaining what reverse mortgages are and aren’t. He also talks about popular scams and how to avoid them. Look for the final video of [...]
Several weeks ago, Lauren had a conversation with Buz Zeman of Housing Options Provided for the Elderly (HOPE), an organization that counsels seniors on mortgages and other housing issues. Buz said that he has had to devote much of his time lately to explaining reverse mortgages. Though this sort of loan is not new, it’s [...]
In this video, St. Louis Mayor Francis Slay suggests that anyone facing foreclosure or in trouble with their mortgage seek assistance and determine if they are eligible for the Refinance and Loan Modification program. More information can be found at www.makinghomeaffordable.gov.
In this video, St. Louis County Executive Charlie Dooley encourages those facing financial hardship or anyone who fears losing their home to seek assistance. Tax-payer funded, HUD-certified housing counselors offer services at no charge, and can assist someone facing foreclosure with discussing options with their lender. For information or to connect to resources, call the [...]
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- The Beacon’s Series on the St. Louis Area Foodbank
- Good News in March Unemployment Numbers
- Lessons from the Wright Family on Seeking Help
- Staring a Business – Upcoming Workshop from the Urban League
- New Employment Resource from Ready, Aim, Advocate!
- Walking Away from Underwater Mortgages
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- Reverse Mortgage Considerations
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