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Should I Pay Off My Interest-Free Loan?
A reader wants to know if paying off an interest-free loan will help. The answer might surprise her.
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Should You Buy a Car with Cash or Get an Auto Loan?
Find out the upsides and downsides of financing or paying cash for your next vehicle.
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What’s Your Advice for Lending Money to Friends and Family?
It’s understandable to want to help friends and family financially. However, there are some important things you should consider before lending money.
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Should I Pay Off My Student Loans or Get Better Terms on a New Mortgage?
A reader could pay their student loan debt in full, but it would mean getting a more expensive mortgage.
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When Should You Lock in a Mortgage Rate?
It’s a crucial part of closing on your home.
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What’s the Best Mortgage for Flipping a House?
A reader is in the right financial position to invest in real estate but isn’t sure about the right loan to do it.
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Can I Pre-qualify for a VA Home Loan?
A Veteran worries that a low credit score will keep her from buying her first home.
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How the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act Helps Active-Duty Service Members
When you enter active duty in the military, you may be worried about supporting your family members and your financial obligations, especially if you’re overseas. Luckily, the Servicemembers Civil Relief…
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Can I Keep My Home if I Discharge a Home Equity Loan Through Bankruptcy?
A home equity loan can complicate your bankruptcy filing. If you want to keep your home, you need to know the rules for your state and plan accordingly.
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Can a New Credit Card Balance Affect My Mortgage Application?
A reader worries that her lender will think she lied after bad timing leads to a big charge.
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What is Forbearance and Is It a Good Idea?
A reader wonders if they should take a forbearance offer even if they may not necessarily need it.
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Home Equity Loans
A home equity loan is a fixed-rate loan secured against the value of your home. You can use it for home renovations, debt, emergencies, and more.
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Is a HELOC a Good Idea Right Now?
A restaurant owner is out of work, and banks are offering him something fishy to help pay the bills.
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10 Effective Ways to Save on Your Mortgage
These 10 tips can save you tens of thousands of dollars over time.
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Can I Refinance My Mortgage With an Open Insurance Claim?
A reader wants to make home repairs but isn’t sure she can start just yet.
