Estate Planning, Trust and Financial News by AnnaMaria Andriotis

Home Buyers Go Hunting Alone
Posted 5/5/11 12:06 AM by AnnaMaria Andriotis

More house-hunters are rejecting so-called buyers agents. Is that smart?

How to Play the New Credit Card Offers
Posted 5/1/11 7:50 PM by AnnaMaria Andriotis

Generous promotional offers are back. How to make them work for you

The New Kids on Campus
Posted 4/27/11 12:16 AM by AnnaMaria Andriotis

Summer classes for 4-year-olds? Colleges are extending programs to ever-younger students.

10 Things the Beauty Industry Won't Say
Posted 4/20/11 12:07 AM by AnnaMaria Andriotis

Makeup and makeovers may not be as safe – or as effective – as you think.

What the Medicare Debate Means to You
Posted 4/14/11 6:01 AM by AnnaMaria Andriotis

Whatever happens, health care for seniors isn't getting any cheaper

Credit Score Confusion Leads to Controversy
Posted 4/8/11 12:06 AM by AnnaMaria Andriotis

More than 20 sites sell credit scores. Which one really matters?

Why New Homes Don't Sell
Posted 3/31/11 12:06 AM by AnnaMaria Andriotis

New home sales have fallen off a cliff. That means there may be some bargains.

Your Financial Health: Two New Scores
Posted 3/29/11 12:31 PM by AnnaMaria Andriotis

New free metrics promise to assess consumers' financial health. Are they valuable?

Hope for Underwater Homeowners
Posted 3/25/11 2:31 PM by AnnaMaria Andriotis

Banks are stepping in to help struggling homeowners, but will it work?

The 6 Best Loyalty Programs
Posted 3/16/11 6:01 AM by AnnaMaria Andriotis

More companies are offering customer rewards programs than ever. But only some are worth the allegiance.