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Summary:  Fixing your credit score doesn’t have to be scary. Check out these tips on how you can improve your credit score. Don’t let the ghosts of missed payments scare you. You may be able to settle a debt by paying less than what was originally owed. Creating a budget and sticking to it will

Summary The market demand for homes and cars appears strong despite economic shocks from the pandemic. In several cases, interest rates have reached historical lows. Only you know the full picture of your own needs, desires and means, so it’s best to do your research and make the decision based on what’s best for you

This article is for informational purposes only and should not be relied on as financial advice. Summary: Raoul Pascual, a partner at Alpha Property Management in southern California, gives his perspective on the real estate industry. Pascual believes now is an ideal time to consider refinancing your home since the rates are so low. He

This article is for informational purposes only and should not be relied on as financial advice. Summary:  Broker-owner of KP Edgestone Realty, Jeffrey Kagan, shares advice for homeowners and insights on today’s housing market.  If you are looking to buy a home, now might be time to do it because the interest rates are so

This article is for informational purposes only and should not be relied on as financial advice. Summary: With many of the relief programs and rent moratoriums under the CARES Act soon expiring, we sat down with Lisa Levy, former banking executive, to share her personal advice for dealing with rent or mortgage payments. Lisa shares

Take a moment to imagine this. You have a decent job, have been able to save money every year, and you finally finished paying off your student loan(s). Things are already looking great for you, but now you decide to take adulting to the next level and consider buying a home. Just as you start

  Summary No one knows how long this pandemic will last, so it is important to plan for the long term with regard to your finances. Overview of steps to stay afloat during times of financial uncertainty. While there is a lot of uncertainty right now regarding how long this pandemic will last and the

Summary The federal government is suspending all foreclosures and evictions for 60 days. Check to see what your state and/or city is doing regarding mortgage and rent payments. Contact your lender or landlord for payment options.  If you lost your job due to the Coronavirus, one of the first things that most likely came to

Updated March 25, 2020 to include home and auto loans. The Federal Reserve has cut interest rates to nearly zero, leaving many questions about the impact on consumer debt.  Learn more about the potential impact on your home loans, credit card balances, student loans, auto loans, and more. The Federal Reserve cut interest rates to