Jeffry Evans
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Getting Out of Credit Card Debt Faster
- By Jeffry Evans
- 03/19/2008
- Loans
- 416 words
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If you have multiple credit cards and a lot of debt, debt stacking is the best method to maximize your payments to the credit cards. I was once in $12,000 worth of unsecured debt, and used this method to pay the balance off in less than 2 years. Simply put, the system uses the principle of attacking the highest interest rate credit card first, while only making minimum payments to the other cards.
Using a CD as an Investment Vehicle?
- By Jeffry Evans
- 03/19/2008
- Investing
- 503 words
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I'm going to try and keep this short today, but if you are thinking of investing in certificate of deposits, think again. Though safe, these investments yield little to nothing in interest. Even if you can get a 5% rate of return (which is unlikely in today's market), you will still only be doing slightly better than the current inflation rate. Now some of you may be thinking this:
But Jeffry, not only is a certificate of deposit safe, but I can borrow against it when I need some money.
But Jeffry, not only is a certificate of deposit safe, but I can borrow against it when I need some money.
Hints and Ideas for Wedding Hairstyles
- By Jeffry Evans
- 03/20/2008
- Weddings
- 472 words
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There are so many different ways for brides to wear their hair today, that the choices really are limitless. Worried your hair is too short? Not need to worry, different colored hair extensions can easily be purchased and attached so that you can have any wedding hairstyle that fit your fancy. And there really are a lot to choose from. Up? Down? Halfway? Flowers? Combs? There are so many different wedding hairstyles today as well as wedding hair accessories that choosing a flattering wedding hairstyle for your face shape and type of dress can be daunting.
Looking at the Difference Between Roth and Traditional IRA Accounts
- By Jeffry Evans
- 03/20/2008
- Personal Finance
- 459 words
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Deciding whether to invest in a Traditional IRA or a Roth IRA can be a difficult decision, especially if you are unaware of the differences. A Traditional IRA is an approach typically taken with an employer sponsored plan where before-tax dollars are contributed, thus allowing the employee/investor to invest more money over the life of the IRA. However, a Traditional IRA is subject to income tax at the time of withdrawal (typically retirement).
Things You Should Know About Adjustable Rate Mortgages
- By Jeffry Evans
- 03/21/2008
- Mortgage Refinance
- 561 words
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An adjustable rate mortgage (often referred to as an ARM) is a type of loan that offers a varying rate of interest at different times during the repayment period. These rate changes often occur on an annual basis, and depend on market conditions as to whether the rate will increase or decrease. ARMs are attractive because they usually offer lower initial rates of interest than comparable fixed rate mortages.
Get Creative with Bridal Shower Ideas
- By Jeffry Evans
- 03/22/2008
- Weddings
- 585 words
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Bridal showers are always a great time for ladies to spend some time together, and to celebrate the upcoming marriage of a dear friend or family member. For friends and family planning a shower, sometimes it can be hard to come up with some great bridal shower ideas to help ensure you and your guests have a great time. There are so many different themes and other kinds of ideas you can use to make your bridal shower one of a kind, but it can be difficult in knowing where to start.
To Consolidate or Not to Consolidate Your Student Loans
- By Jeffry Evans
- 03/22/2008
- Debt Consolidation
- 509 words
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Find it hard to find unbiased information on student loan consolidation? Let me help with that. When I graduated from college, I had somewhere around $12,000 in student loan debt. Seeing how I would have multiple payments to different lenders, and fearing increasing rates over time (yes, your rate can vary depending on the loan type and the lender), I decided to investigate a potential consolidate student loan.
Learn How to Design Your Own Wedding Dress
- By Jeffry Evans
- 03/24/2008
- Weddings
- 567 words
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Many brides today want to look unique, different from any other bride out there. It's hard to do that when most brides typically shop at the same stores you are looking at for your wedding dress. There are only so many dresses, and in my opinion, I've seen enough brides in strapless dresses to last me a lifetime. Trust me, not every body type out there looks good in a strapless wedding dress.
Writing Your Own Romantic Wedding Vows
- By Jeffry Evans
- 03/24/2008
- Weddings
- 590 words
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If traditional wedding vows aren't your thing, and you would rather write something that can express the love that you have for your future spouse, sometimes the task can be daunting. An eternal love, and one worth celebrating is worth the extra work if you want to put it in. Romantic wedding vows are quickly becoming more popular as couples choose different ways from the norm to pledge eternal love before family and friends.
Learning How to Save Money on Your Wedding Photography
- By Jeffry Evans
- 03/25/2008
- Weddings
- 616 words
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Finding a photographer for our wedding was perhaps the most difficult part of my wedding planning. I went and interviewed with countless photographers, and I just couldn't find one that felt right. Some charged by the hour, some charged by the hour and received costs for wedding packages, and some just charged for packages, and I really had no idea which way to turn.

