Nice resource from WaMu for figuring out your how much house you can afford, potential monthly payments, etc.

I'm not sure I've seen anything like this before: It's a handy FICO score simulator. FairIsaac doesn't disclose its proprietary algorithm, so this is really just a guess, but it's better than nothing and it does give some helpful pointers on how to improve your credit score.

Providian - FICO Score Simulator

I admit it, I would love to make enough money online, through blogging and ecommerce and other endeavors to quit my "day job." Though I fancy myself as a competent writer, I haven't the foggiest idea how to make money with this or any other blog. I mainly use my blogging to vent, reinforce learning, or remind myself of really great resources that are available in areas that interest me.

I use google ads and other sales-oriented tools, but I haven't figured out the marketing, sales, or gimmickry that some folks have used to make a decent living online.

But, what if there was a way to tap your hidden talent and teach others something about what you know? Perhaps this website will help.

Teaching Sells proposes to do just that: Utilize blogging and other online activities to make money by sharing what you know. Here's a link to a free guide to whet your appetite.


Teaching Sells

Methods of Financial Frauds: 7 Ways You Can Be Robbed

Handy guide for dealing with problems.

Unscrewed: The Ultimate Consumerist Guide To Fighting Back - Consumerist