While a 20% down payment and a great credit history make buying a home easiest, there are ways to get approved for a home loan without them those golden assets. Programs, such as Federal Housing Administration or FHA loans, Veteranâs Administration or VA loans and United States Department of Agriculture or USDA loans can help those without… Read More
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Still scrambling to get your taxes done? Donât worryâthis yearâs tax season is a bit longer than usual. While the tax deadline has traditionally been April 15, the 2020 tax deadline has been extended to July 15 due to COVID-19. What does that mean for you and your taxes? Weâve got information you need to know… Read More
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There’s no single way to get out of debt that’s best for everyone. Each individual case is as unique as you are. It’s important to consider your situation when deciding which debt relief plan is the best option for you. To help you weigh those options, we have provided an overview of some of the… Read More
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As of early 2020, student loan debt in the nation had reached more than $1.5 trillion. More than 44 million individuals have student loan debt, and the average person with student loans owes a bit over $32,000âwhich is more than half of the average household income in the United States. As a new school year… Read More
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529 plans are tax-advantaged accounts meant to fund your kids’ educations. This article covers all 529 plan details, from basic to complex.
Buying fixer-upper homes is currently a popular investment in the housing market, especially since lower-priced houses increase housing confidence in home buyers. On the one hand, it is a great way to purchase a home below market value and sell it for more than you paid. On the other hand, it often seems to be… Read More
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This was originally published on The Penny Hoarder, which helps millions of readers worldwide earn and save money by sharing unique job opportunities, personal stories, freebies and more. The Inc. 5000 ranked The Penny Hoarder as the fastest-growing private media company in the U.S. in 2017.
Life insurance offers protection for your familyâs financial security. Many people buy themselves a life insurance policy that will protect their family. Itâs also possible for people to purchase life insurance policies for someone else. For example, children can purchase policies for their parents and vice versa. Life insurance coverage offers valuable financial protection. You… Read More
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As if fearing the health-related consequences of the COVID-19 coronavirus wasn’t enough, there’s also a fair amount of financial uncertainty related to recession and an unstable economy. People all across the United States are wondering how they’ll pay their bills and make ends meet as they file for unemployment and wait for a one-time stimulus… Read More
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Alliant offers the Platinum Rewards Card, this offers 2x points per $1 spent.