So you probably are already familiar with the biggest difference between credit cards and debit cards: credit cards let you borrow money to make a purchase, which you then have to repay with any interest that accrues on any balance … Continue Reading
Not every loan is created equally. I bet you’re familiar with seeing credit card interest rates (also known as the annual percentage rate, or APR) around 15 percent. But did you know that there are borrowing options that can cost … Continue Reading
There’s no disputing that a college education is expensive, so naturally, many parents want to help their children pay for their education. But unfortunately, most parents don’t have hundreds of thousands of dollars stashed away to pay for college. One … Continue Reading
One of the reasons that people buy homes is that it’s possible for them to build value, or equity. As you pay down your mortgage, and as your home appreciates in value, it’s possible to increase the value of your … Continue Reading
If you’re considering your college options, you’re also probably considering how to pay for it – and when it comes to paying for college, student loans seem like a necessity. But before you sign on the dotted line for any … Continue Reading
After a while, debt can become a huge burden, especially as it piles up and becomes difficult to keep track of. In some cases, when you become overwhelmed by your debt, it can make sense to consolidate it. Before you … Continue Reading
In some cases, it is necessary to use debt as a way to make a major purchase. Few of us can buy a new car with cash, and even fewer of us can plunk down hundreds of thousands of dollars … Continue Reading
