Consumer Financing
Paying off Student Debt: Five Tips to Help You Out
New graduates must start paying off their student debts regardless of their current status. It’s one of the things you should take care of as soon as you step out of college.
Home Values Surge in 2013; Best Gain Since 2005 Says Zillow
The year isn’t quite over, but Zillow Real Estate Market Reports projects that home values rose by $1.9 trillion over 2012. It represents the second consecutive annual gain and is the largest year-over-year jump we’ve seen since 2005.
Sunday Morning Tip: FAQ on Using PrePaid Cards
Have you found in yourself in need of a prepaid card? If so, you probably have several questions relating to how and when you can use your card.
Which Type of Home Loan is Right for You?
Many potential homeowners find that the two most important decisions they must make are the choice of the home itself, and the choice of the home loan.
How to Avoid Compulsive Spending This Christmas
The weather outside is frightful. That’s all the more reason to hit the mall, right? Well, not if you have difficulty controlling your spending. Or perhaps you lack control completely.
How To Afford The Ideal Funeral For You
Tweet (for our friends across the pond) Although it’s an unhappy topic, there’s an inevitability to your death that you have to financially prepare yourself for – and, in many
What You Need to Know About Credit This Christmas
Christmas is certainly a most joyful time of the year, with the advent season providing weeks of enjoyment before the big day arrives. And on through New Year’s Day the merriment continues until early in Jan. when the first of your credit card bills arrive.
Customized Loan Terms for Your Mortgage
Some home loan shoppers are under the impression that they’ll be offered a 30-year mortgage or perhaps a 15-year mortgage if they are able to swing the larger monthly payments.
Loan Terminologies and What They Mean
If you are shopping for a personal loan, you have a number of options available to you. Not all options are equal and some may cost you plenty in fees, interest rates and penalties if you are not careful.
5 Bad Credit Cards to Avoid
You are shopping for a new credit card, wanting one that will allow you to keep track of your expenses and perhaps offer you an incentive such as cash back on your purchases.
How Payday Loans Work
Tweet Consumers in need of quick cash may find that their borrowing options are limited if available at all. In recent years payday loans have provided funding for cash-strapped consumers,
Are Credit Cards with Chips Safer Than Cards with Magnetic Strips?
When it comes to battling credit card fraud, financial institutions have come a long way in terms of protecting their consumer’s welfare.
5 Things You Should Never Buy on Credit
Credit cards have some useful purposes, but they’re not a great option for certain purchases.
Top 3 Reasons Why a Longer Term Car Loan May be Better for You
In buying a car it’s often wise to consider the financing arrangements first. Before ever stepping foot in a dealership (must less falling head-over-heels in love with a new car), knowing your financing options and carefully planning the details will help to ensure a smart purchase.
5 Considerations When Applying for a Credit Card
When shopping for a new credit card, know that your application will receive thorough scrutiny. Don’t be fooled by the 60-second response deals — you will get your answer fast because your information is pulled, reviewed and scored by computers.
