Over the next few decades, Americans are expected to pass along trillions in wealth from one generation to the next. As all these assets change hands, not every transfer will work out smoothly. In fact, unclaimed inheritances — when someone dies and no one receives their property — are surprisingly common. Heres a look at … Read more
You have the right to dispute errors on your credit report. Fixing an error generally means contacting both the credit reporting company and the company that provided the information. If you suspect that the error on your report is a result of identity theft, visit IdentityTheft.gov , the federal government’s one-stop resource to help you … Read more
The FHA loan program, insured by the Federal Housing Administration, has long been a popular option for homebuyers, especially first-time buyers. But over the last decade or so, the percentage of buyers obtaining FHA financing has been on a downward trend. The Declining Popularity of FHA Loans At its peak in 2009, FHA loans accounted … Read more
A credit score increase can be a welcome surprise, but it may have you wondering why. Your credit score may go up for several reasons, and they all have to do with changes to the information on your credit report. Common reasons for a score increase include: a reduction in credit card debt, the removal … Read more
Hey there, friend! If you’re thinkin’ about a cash-out refinance to tap into your home’s equity, you’ve probably got one big question burnin’ in your mind: how much should closing costs be on a cash-out refinance? Well, lemme lay it out straight for ya. On average, closing costs for a cash-out refinance run about 3-6% … Read more
Mortgage options for those with collections are limited, but they do exist. Learn more about how collections affect your ability to get a mortgage, what you can do about old collections, and top tips to help you secure a mortgage even with collections. Hey there, friend! So, you’ve got a collection or two on your … Read more
When it comes to credit cards, “good” can mean a lot of things, but today, we’re talking credit limits. You know, the magical number that determines how much you can spend before your card gives you the cold shoulder. But what exactly is a good credit limit? Is it enough to cover a trip to … Read more
Getting approved for an auto loan can be tricky especially if you have less-than-perfect credit. With lending requirements varying between financial institutions, you may be wondering which bank has the easiest auto loan approval? I took a close look at today’s top lenders to find the ones offering the most accessible loan approval process. Here’s … Read more
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Answer: When you are applying to buy a car, the finance department will determine the terms of your loan. Once they’ve sold you on the terms, then they will send your application to 3 or 4 lenders to get them to compete with one another for the business. If your credit score is 620 or … Read more