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  1. Are there any standards or guidelines established that say how much mold is harmful? Published: October 11, 2009
  2. Why do some compact fluorescent lamps/lightbulbs (CFLs) burn out earlier than advertised? Published: October 11, 2009
  3. What does insulation do? How does it make my house warmer? Published: October 11, 2009
  4. What is a blower door, and what does it do? Published: October 11, 2009
  5. Why do I need an energy audit? My floor feels cold, why not just go ahead and insulate it? Published: October 11, 2009
  6. What should I do if my recommended defensible space distance includes my neighbor’s property? Published: October 10, 2009
  7. What does the term "open-ended credit" mean? Published: October 09, 2009
  8. I made a purchase with a credit card. The product has not worked as it was supposed to, and I have not been able to resolve the issue with the store where I purchased it. What else can I do? Published: October 09, 2009
  9. Can I take advantage of any unexpired manufacturer's warranties on a used car that I purchased? Published: October 09, 2009
  10. Is it good to invest in a mutual fund when the date that it distributes dividends date is close? Published: October 09, 2009
  11. What is negative amortization on a mortgage? Published: October 09, 2009
  12. I am 62 and started receiving Social Security benefits in June. Up to that date I worked. Will I have to return some of my Social Security payments? Published: October 09, 2009
  13. Is it ethical to read a "found" copy of your parent's will before they have died? Published: October 09, 2009
  14. What is a prepayment penalty on a loan? Published: October 09, 2009
  15. Do people with good credit scores ever get subprime loans? Published: October 09, 2009
  16. What is an acceleration clause in a loan contract? Published: October 09, 2009
  17. What steps should I take when buying a used car? Published: October 09, 2009
  18. Are credit monitoring services worth the cost? Published: October 09, 2009
  19. Do most ATMs charge fees for withdrawals? Published: October 09, 2009
  20. I was denied a personal loan because of my credit. I have a friend who will cosign, but she claimed bankruptcy three years ago. Is there a chance that I will be approved with her as a cosigner? Published: October 09, 2009
  21. How do I decide where to obtain financing for my car loan? Published: October 09, 2009
  22. What are values as they relate to financial planning? Published: October 09, 2009
  23. What can teens do to help their family and others during a financial crisis? Published: October 09, 2009
  24. How do you reconcile the balance in your checking account register with the balance on your bank statement? Published: October 09, 2009
  25. Any suggestions on keeping my holiday spending under control? Published: October 09, 2009
  26. I have two $25 savings bonds from Dec 1962. How do I redeem these bonds? Published: October 09, 2009
  27. I am employed at a nonprofit with no insurance coverage. I carry a health insurance policy but am concerned that, should I become ill and unable to work, I will not be able to pay my premium and will be left with no coverage and headed for financial ruin. What are my options? Published: October 09, 2009
  28. What is an automatic stay in regard to bankruptcy? Published: October 09, 2009
  29. What is the means test for bankruptcy filing? Published: October 09, 2009
  30. My annual income is $540,000. How can I reduce my income taxes? Published: October 09, 2009

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