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Should I Apply For a Personal Loan Or Use My Credit Card?

Unlike a mortgage or a auto loan, a personal loan can be used for almost any purpose. It’s set up for a specific length of time at a fixed interest rate which is typically lower than most credit card APRs. Many banks and credit unions offer personal loans and now there is a whole new market of peer to peer lending networks established by companies like LendingClub and Prosper. Read More.

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Is Your Spouse A Joint Cardholder Or An Authorized User?


As part of the new credit card regulations implemented by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, issuers are no longer allowed to deny applicants based on their income. The regulations have caused some issuers to discontinue offering joint cardholder products. What does this mean for you? .
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Useful Credit Card Benefits That Are Often Overlooked


Credit card companies are mainly known for extending credit to their customers when they don't have cash in hand. To the surprise of some cardholders, there are many other ways that credit cards may provide benefits. .
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Will Closing Credit Card Accounts Hurt My Credit Score?

There are many consumers holding too many credit cards. This may be because they’ve signed up for new cards for the offers or they’ve accumulated credit card debt and opened a few additional ones to survive. Whatever the case, this may be the year to consider closing a few accounts. This can be achieved, but act with caution. Read More.

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The average household still carries over $7,000 of credit card debt, with many above ten thousand. Credit card debt is perhaps one of the worst types of debt to carry as interest rates are typically high at 15%-20%. One option that debtors may want to consider to lighten the load, is sell their car and lease one instead. Is this a smart decision for you? .
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Should I Withdraw From My IRA or 401K to Pay Down Debt?

This is a common question that frequently crosses our desk. Individuals with credit card debt often consider withdrawing from their retirement accounts to pay down debt. While this may seem like a simple decision, there are many factors and costs to consider before withdrawing. Read More.

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Many small business owners are finding that consumer credit cards are providing more financial flexibility and greater protections than business cards. Specifically, the credit card act of 2009 provides significant protections for consumer issued cards. Should you consider a consumer credit card for your business purchases? .
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What Actions Will Hurt My Credit Score?

One of the hot topics the past few years relates to credit, since it is so difficult to obtain these days. It is quite possible that certain actions you have taken or are thinking about taking now, will hurt your credit score. Find out what they are. Read More.

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Should I Close My Old Credit Cards?

Over the years, you may have accumulated several credit cards ranging from traditional ones to those issued by gasoline companies and department stores. Some of those cards may hardly be used since you only opened those accounts for the original discounts. Now, you are thinking about closing the accounts for a few cards. Before you do this, act with caution. Read More.

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Do You Need A Cosigner For A Loan?


Many students and potential homeowners are unable to obtain a loan on their own because they lack a strong credit history. Now more than ever, lenders are risk averse when it comes to issuing loans to new debtors. Is there a way around this common problem? .
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