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Sharon Wu

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Sep 17, 2026
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  1. Article · Sep 17, 2026 · By Sharon Wu, CFEI, Special to USA TODAY

    Applying for a Mortgage? Here’s Every Step From Preapproval to Closing (opens the original)

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    Getting a mortgage asks a lot of you upfront. You’re pulling together documents, responding to lender requests and making sense of terms like ‘underwriting’ while trying to find a home. The good news is that the application process follows a predictable path. Applying for a mortgage typically involves reviewing your finances, getting preapproved through a mortgage lender, submitting an application and undergoing financial evaluations before closing. Here’s what to expect at every stage, from fin

  2. Article · Sep 9, 2026 · By Sharon Wu, Special to USA TODAY

    Popular Gold Bullion Coins for Investment and What to Know (opens the original)

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    Physical gold can be hard to verify, price and sell — unless you know what to look for. That’s why many investors start with bullion coins. They’re government-issued, standardized in weight and purity and recognized by dealers worldwide. Here’s what to know about the most common programs today. Not every gold coin qualifies as an investment coin, and knowing that distinction matters before you buy. Government mints produce gold bullion coins to standardized weights (typically one troy ounce), wi

  3. Article · Aug 18, 2026 · By Sharon Wu, CFEI, Special to USA TODAY

    7 Steps to Compare Private Student Lenders (opens the original)

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    Once you’ve maxed out federal financial aid, a private student loan can help cover what’s left — a gap more families are facing as college costs continue to climb. But not all private lenders offer the same deal. Interest rates, fees and repayment terms can differ and the advertised “as low as” rate rarely matches what a lender offers you once it checks your credit. Rate may be the easiest thing to compare, but it’s not the whole picture. Two lenders can quote the same number and still hand you

  4. Article · Aug 7, 2026 · By Sharon Wu, CFEI, Special to USA TODAY

    What Is a Mortgage and How Does It Work? A Beginner’s Guide (opens the original)

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    Most first-time homebuyers spend months saving for a down payment, researching neighborhoods and comparing listings. Far fewer spend that same time understanding the loan that will fund the purchase. Borrow without understanding the basics, though, and the true costs can catch you off guard. Home loans involve decades of payments, fees and terms that aren’t always explained clearly upfront. Here’s what to know before you take out a mortgage. A mortgage is a legal agreement that lets you borrow m

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