The options market is one of the only decent markets to be on right now, especially after the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac bailout. Read more about the state of our country's financial health in this article.

Investors may have temporarily lost their confidence in Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, but there's really nothing to worry about. Since they are backed by the Treasury and the Fed, the mortgage giants are likely to succeed. Read more about it here.

You're not seeing double. The credit markets are looking weak, again, after the close of the 2nd quarter. This article has the facts about what's been going on, and what's yet to come.

Struggling homeowners shouldn't lose hope quite yet. The FHA is still hammering out a plan to bail out borrowers, and politicians are beginning to find middle-ground on new policies. This article has the developing details.

When was the last time you checked your credit score? You might be surprised to learn that this number changes pretty frequently. Check out this article to get the facts on how your credit score is calculated and reported.

The government wants to do their best avoid another economic crisis. The nation's policy makers are proposing the alteration of rules and incentives give by lenders that have created the problems we are now experiencing.

Buying or renting a home use to be pretty straightforward; lenders would check your credit scores and you'd go from there. Nowadays, they're digging a little bit deeper to make sure you qualify. Find out what's changed and how to prepare when you borrow.

Dipping into your 401(k) for cash isn't a good idea. Take it from the experts, you're likely to get into more financial trouble looking for fast cash in your retirement plans than if you just budget and spend less. Get the facts right here.

Think borrowing money from friends or family makes you a moocher? This article explains why it may be beneficial - for both you and your lender.

With last year's credit crunch, interest in peer-to-peer lending websites is on the rise. Follow these tips to pick the right site for you, and build a strong case to get the funding you seek.