Monday, April 17, 2006

Solving Life (Student Loan) Insurance Mysteries


Solving Life Insurance Mysteries
(ARA) - As we work our way through life, time and experience answer a lot of questions, yet somehow, a few linger - such as life insurance. For many people, life insurance remains one of the enduring mysteries of adulthood: Do I really need it? How much? What kind? Who should I get it from?

Cost of college goes up
The interest rates for student loans are going up, which means, in the long run, college will cost more.

Cost controls college choice
High school senior Fernanda Garcia had her sights set outside Florida for college. And it was looking good: she was accepted at Penn State University and University of Michigan.

Facebook it, this dog is barking up the right tree
The GAP store is selling matching polos his, hers and the dog's. Your dachshund likes pink? You got it. Your tubby terrier looks thinner in stripes? It's yours.

Owning beats renting long term
Q: I am 26 years old, engaged and currently renting an apartment. I make $60,000 a year. Can I afford to buy a house, or is it crazy to even think of that at this point?

HK revives asset sale plans but pressure seen off
HONG KONG, April 13 (Reuters) - Hong Kong's proposed merger of two rail companies revives the territory's delayed asset sale programme but the government's improving fiscal position could mean less urgency to follow up with further sales, analysts say.

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