Ignore the annual percentage rate when shopping for a mortgage. Suze Orman annualignoremortgage Change image and share on social
Yes, your kids should go to school. No, you shouldn't bankroll their degree whatever the cost. You've spent your life creating a sound financial plan; don't upend it by suspending your retirement savings or taking out a home equity line of credit to pay for a pricey college. Suze Orman bankrollcollegecost share on social
Credit unions are often a better deal than banks and tend to pay higher yields on deposits. Suze Orman bankcreditdeal Change image and share on social
Once your kids are grown and you know that you're completely healthy, consider canceling your life insurance policy. Suze Orman cancelingcompletelygrow Change image and share on social
Understand and accept the cycles of money. The setbacks you may have today or next year will not keep you from financial freedom. If you hold on to your goals and dreams, you will get there. Suze Orman acceptcycledream Change image and share on social
A reverse mortgage is available to anyone who is at least 62 years old and owns a home outright, or has a small mortgage balance remaining. Suze Orman balancehomemortgage Change image and share on social
Money you know you need or want to spend in the next few years is savings. Money you keep handy for an emergency belongs in savings. Money you hope to use soon for a down payment on a house belongs in savings. And all savings belong in a low-risk bank savings account or money market account. Suze Orman accountbankbelong share on social
Rather than saying, 'My checking account is a wreck,' change it to 'I will learn how to track my spending and balance my checkbook.' Suze Orman accountbalancechange Change image and share on social
Even if you were to fall into extreme financial hardship and file for bankruptcy, you need to understand that your student loan debt will not be discharged in bankruptcy. It is the Velcro of all debts. Suze Orman bankruptcydebtdischarge share on social