Managing Your Money

Mortgage myth busters to boost your financial IQ

Congratulations. You’re finally able to afford that mortgage for the house of your dreams, and you’re ready to start your search for the perfect home and the right mortgage to…

Managing Your Money

Wondering where to start to save up for a down payment?

Buying a home is possibly the biggest purchase you’ll ever make. Beyond shopping for a great rate and figuring out what your new monthly budget could look like, you need to…

Managing Your Money

Loan or LOC? A look at two lending options

There are many times in life where borrowing money will be necessary. For example, you might want to buy a car, do home renovations, or consolidate debt. The good news…

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Common credit score myths debunked.

“Good credit score” is another one of those financial terms everyone knows they should have, but hardly anyone knows how to get. To simplify the concept, and help you learn…

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All about HELOCs and home renovations

Help fund your next renovation with a low-cost HELOC and refresh your home’s look Dreaming about that kitchen island? Dying to blow out your attic and create a master bedroom?…

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Financial Literacy: Knowing the difference between APR and APY interest rates

Financial Literacy Series: Knowing the difference between APR and APY When it comes to calculating interest rates, there are two methods: Annual Percentage Rate (APR) and Annual Percentage Yield (APY).…

The Art of the Side Hustle

Starting a business in pandemic times: PART 2 – Choosing the Right Funding

Starting a business in pandemic times: PART 2 – Choose the right funding Welcome to the second article in a three-part series on what it takes to start a business…

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Is all debt bad?

Debt doesn’t have to be a dirty word. Sometimes you need to take on debt to reach a milestone in life like going to school or buying a house. For…

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4 tips to hack your loan

Carrying around the burden of debt is never easy but there are ways to help lessen the pain of paying. Here are some simple suggestions to help you pay down…

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