Money Girl's Quick And Dirty Tips For A Richer Life

Find out how to qualify for a mortgage or a refinance and whether it's possible to get a mortgage with bad credit. Follow a suggested checklist to make sure that you're in good financial shape before you apply for a mortgage.

Find out which mobile apps can help you improve your personal finances. The best apps for personal finances let you monitor your online accounts, keep your budget on track, and save money while you're on the go.

You can save for retirement without a 401(k). Whether you're self-employed, are a stay-at-home-spouse, or work for a small business that doesn't offer a benefits package, you have alternative options to save for retirement without a 401(k).

Learn what the best rewards credit cards are and get tips on how best to use your rewards credit cards to make sure you get the most cash or other rewards from your credit cards.

Even though retirement may be a long way off, if you start using simple financial tactics now, rather than later, you'll be able to retire when you want and do what you want.

If you have a mortgage with Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) it's important to know when you can stop making premium payments and your rights for having it canceled.

You know you need to be socking away as much for retirement as you can. But are you putting it in the right type of account to maximize your investments? In part two of this episode you'll learn which type you should have and the right kinds of investments to hold in them.

You know you need to be socking away as much for retirement as you can. But are you putting it in the right type of account to maximize your investments? In part one of this episode you'll learn the differences between traditional and Roth IRAs and who can have one.

Being a real estate investor has huge upside-if you have money to invest and know what you're doing. Consider all the pros and cons and get 8 tips on how to buy a profitable rental property.

If you have an HSA or are considering the benefits of having one, find out what health care reform has in store for them and when the changes will go into effect.

Just because you owe money doesn't mean a debt collector can walk all over you. You have rights regarding what they can do and say. Find out how to dispute a debt and get them to stop calling you.

Now more than ever, it's challenging for young people to build a solid credit history. Find out what options are available for young adults of all ages-even those under 21.

When you need to leave work to care for a new child, a sick family member, or for yourself, certain employees are covered under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Find out if you're eligible and what rights you have for taking leave in the workplace.

Are you drowning in paper but afraid that you'll throw away something you might need? Find out which records to keep and for how long.

If you're like the majority of U.S. taxpayers, you've got a tax refund coming. Find out how to get help with your taxes, get your refund as quickly as possible, and what you should do with it. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes. Questions go to money@qdnow.com. Thank you!

Which type of tax professional is best for you? Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes. Questions go to money@qdnow.com. Thank you!

Health Savings Accounts have so many advantages. You'll find out who qualifies for an HSA, what tax benefits you receive, how to fund one using an IRA, and how it turns into a great vehicle to pay for expenses during retirement. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes. Questions go to money@qdnow.com. Thank you!

Planning on buying something big, like a home or a car, or getting a rewards credit card? First, find out the fastest ways to boost your credit score so you'll qualify for the best deals and save thousands on interest. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes. Questions go to money@qdnow.com. Thank you!

Find out what to expect from the CARD Act's newest and most extensive credit card regulations. They deal with important issues for consumers such as interet rate hikes and fees. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes. Questions go to money@qdnow.com. Thank you!

Find out who's eligible for the home-sale tax break. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes. Questions go to money@qdnow.com. Thank you!