Bonds can make up an important part of a diversified portfolio, but you can find diversity within bonds as well. Corporate bonds are one type of debt security that may offer higher returns than government bonds, but they may also come with higher risk. What Is a Corporate Bond? A bond is a debt security […]
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While thereâs no universally required credit score needed to rent an apartment, having a solid credit score can certainly help your chances of a landlord handing you a set of keys. In general, a landlord will look for a credit score that is at least âgood,â which is generally in the range of 570-739. However, […]
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If you have multiple loans or credit cards with high interest rates, you might feel like you are continually paying interest and not making much headway on the principal of the debt. Consolidating those debts into one loan, ideally with a lower interest rate, can be one way to reduce your monthly payments or save […]
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Even the savviest budgeter occasionally runs into a circumstance theyâre simply unprepared for, which is where a personal loan may come in handy. Common personal loan uses include covering an unexpected medical expense or home repair or even managing existing debt. Borrowing money vs. paying cash isnât ideal, but if you need cash ASAP and […]
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Using a no-interest credit card can be a smart financial move if itâs judiciously used for brief periods of time. Paying the account balance in full before the zero-percent interest period ends is paramount to making the most of an offer like this. Interest, which can be quite high even at the low end of […]
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An owner’s illness or death is a common reason for a pet being given up. However, here are some steps you can take to ensure your beloved companion is cared for if something happens to you.
Several types of special income trusts and other strategies can be helpful when trying to protect your familyâs assets from the devastating costs of long-term care.
Developers created the Bancor blockchain to help provide liquidity for token swaps. It does this by providing economic incentives (money) to users who lock up their crypto in pools. The incentives come in the form of fees paid by traders who buy and sell the locked-up tokens. All of this happens automatically via smart contracts, […]
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Your car breaks down. Your furnace blows cold air. Your precious pup needs surgery â pronto. Yep, life can be challenging when unexpected expenses pop up. When that happens, you may need to reassess how to spend the monthâs budget, and you might be wondering what happens if you donât make payments on a personal […]
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