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How's Your HOA Treating You?
Have an issue with your neighbors, or home owners association? Tell Ron Burley your story.
Tools
Lease Vs. Buy Car Calculator
Calculate your monthly payments and total net cost to determine whether you should lease or buy.
Benefit of Spending Less Calculator
Use this calculator to find out how much you can save if you reduce your spending.
AARP Programs
Divided We Fail
The Divided We Fail effort advances the idea that partisan gridlock should not stand in the way of affordable health care and long-term financial security for all Americans.
Become a Free Lunch Seminar Monitor
Four out of five investors age 60 and over received at least one invitation to a free investment seminar in the past three years. Learn how to spot whether or not these seminars are legitimate.
AARP Foundation Reverse Mortgage Education Project
This program helps older homeowners make informed decisions about reverse mortgages.
AARP Resources
Online Safety
AARP and Google team up to help you stay safe online. Protect your computer, your data—and your good name.
Digital TV Transition
Make sure your TV can accommodate digital broadcasts.
Poll: Economy Won't Affect Holiday Gift-Giving
An AARP Bulletin poll shows that 57 percent of people age 50 and older plan to shell out the same amount of money as last year on holiday presents. More than one-third (34 percent) say they plan to spend less than last year.
'Gift Card' Survey Opens Floodgates for Spam
Beware of online surveys that ask you to fill out a form for free items. The only free thing you may get is a ton of e-mails.
Reverse Mortgages Ripe for Abuse
Consumer group warns seniors about aggressive sales tactics, high fees.
From the Online Community
Journal: Kbrand
Learn these practical safety tips to enjoy the speed, convenience and security online shopping offers.
Group: Old Solutions to New Problems
The way mom told you to do something long ago still works today.
Join Group
Beware of Imposter DMV Web Sites
Bogus websites, sometimes purporting to be the official online service of the Department of Motor Vehicles, recently popped up in as many as nine states, all on the East Coast. Many of these sites have since vanished into cyberspace after warnings by state officials, but new ones may appear.
Know When to Quit
Correcting a problem has to be worth your time. How do you know whether righting a wrong is worth pursuing?
Identity Theft
Find out ways to help keep your identity safe by using this online safety seminar.
Credit Card Fraud
Although credit card fraud is on the rise, there are ways to prevent it.
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AARP Financial Benefits
Financial Guidance in a Volatile Market
Unsure What to Do? Call one of our experienced non-commissioned Financial Advisors at 1.888.778.6187
Learn more about our Banking, Insurance and Mutual Funds products.
More to Explore
Create The Good
AARP is calling on its members to Create the Good in their neighborhoods. Get involved.
Benefits QuickLINK
Find out what public or private benefits are available for older adults and families with children.
More From AARP
Health Care Reform
Here's a coalition that supports health care reform to strengthen Medicare.
Accessible Care Now
Join AARP in the fight for health reform. Make sure you speak up today!
Member Discount
Save $100 per person off vacations or river cruises from Grand European Tours.
Is It Truly Organic?
How can you tell whether or not "organic" foods are the real deal?
Enter Green Sweeps!
Enter for a chance to win Energy Star appliances, a MacBook, or mountain bikes!
Fat 2 Fit
Many people find they can shed medications along with their extra pounds.
TV Tackles Aging
An AARP-supported show addresses health and other issues faced by aging people.
How to Bounce Back
Everyone goes through tough times. Some folks just navigate them better. Learn how.
Free Fun in Vegas
Gambled and lost? Peter Greenberg gives tips on free stuff to do in Sin City.
401(k): Debt Cutter?
Should I borrow from my 401(k) to pay off my house? How steep is the penalty?
Book Review
Singer Ricardo Montaner's book portrays a man committed to his family and faith.
New Tricks in Bed?
Use these tips to improve your life ... under the covers. Get what you want!.
