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Loans for the Self-Employed
Personal loans benefit self-employed borrowers in many ways. The right loan can fund start-up costs, pay office expenses, and help you expand your business.
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Saving and Budgeting for Back-To-School Shopping
Back-to-school shopping is an exciting time for kids, but it can be a financial headache for parents on a budget. Setting aside money in a back-to-school savings account over the summer could help.
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How to Do Your Taxes | How Much Do You Have to Make to File Taxes?
Knowing how to do your taxes is an essential skill. Unfortunately, tax filing isn’t something they tend to teach in school, so if you’re wondering how to do taxes, you’ll want to read this helpful guide.
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What is a Good Credit Score? | Credit Score Range
We all make financial decisions affecting our credit scores. These decisions determine whether you can qualify for your first mortgage, finance a car, or take out a personal loan.
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APR vs. Interest Rate
When you shop around for loans, you’ll find that lenders advertise APRs and interest rates. Since APRs give you an idea of their fees in addition to their interest rate, lenders are required to show you both figures.
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Loan Amortization
Loan amortization refers to how loan payments are applied to certain types of loans, like personal loans and auto loans. In most cases, your monthly payment will remain the same.
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