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4 Ways To Get The Best HELOC Rate
Aug 13, 2021

4 Ways To Get The Best HELOC Rate

Home equity lines of credit can be a good fit in certain situations. If they are something you’re considering, you want to go about it intelligently. If you have a combined loan-to-value (CLTV) ratio of under 90%,...

What Does APR for a Credit Card Mean?
Jul 15, 2021

What Does APR for a Credit Card Mean?

When you’re shopping for a credit card, you’ll hear the term APR over and over. But what exactly does credit card APR mean? Understanding credit card APR is important because it will help you find the best credit card interest rate...

Credit Card vs. Debit Card: Which Should You Choose?
Jul 02, 2021

Credit Card vs. Debit Card: Which Should You Choose?

Making a purchase with cash is quickly becoming a thing of the past. Because this is the case, it’s beneficial to have non-cash payment options...

Understanding HELOC Requirements
Jun 15, 2021

Understanding HELOC Requirements

If you’re a homeowner and you have built up some equity in your home, you may be eligible for a home equity line of credit (HELOC). A HELOC can be an effective way to finance home improvements and other short-term projects and goals. How can you do...

Personal Lines of Credit vs. Personal Loans
May 21, 2021

Personal Lines of Credit vs. Personal Loans

When it comes to borrowing money, you might be curious about the difference between personal loans vs. lines of credit, how interest rates work, and how funds are paid out? In the meantime,...

How Cash Back Credit Cards Work
Apr 05, 2021

How Cash Back Credit Cards Work

Do you have a cash back credit card in your wallet? If not, reconsider the card you’re currently carrying! A cash back credit card gives you back a percentage of the charges you make monthly, essentially...

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