Owing back taxes to the IRS can feel overwhelming You may be wondering how much time you actually have to pay off what you owe and avoid penalties. The good news is that the IRS provides flexible repayment options to help taxpayers in this situation In this article I’ll walk through the different payment plans … Read more
You must register with the City of San Antonio if you are a credit access business as defined by Section 393.601 of the Texas Finance Code and operating in the City of San Antonio. These businesses obtain for consumers or assist consumers in obtaining an extension of consumer credit, commonly known as payday loans or … Read more
Private mortgage insurance (PMI) is an added cost homebuyers must pay if they purchase a home with a down payment of less than 20%. This kind of insurance protects the lender in case the borrower defaults. Unfortunately, for many buyers, a down payment of less than 20% is the only option for buying a home. … Read more
Earning a college degree may qualify you for more diverse and higher-paying jobs, but it could also land you in student debt. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, 39% of first-time college students in 2021-2022 took on student loan debt to help pay for school.Note Reference [6] That’s quite the dip from 10 … Read more
Getting an auto loan can be challenging, especially if you have bad credit With lower credit scores, you may find it difficult to qualify for financing from banks and credit unions. In this situation, you may be wondering – what dealership is easiest to get financing from? Fortunately, there are several options for getting car … Read more
Hey there, fam! If you’re wonderin’ whether shellin’ out extra bucks to pay off your mortgage counts as savin’ money, you’re in the right spot. I’m gonna lay it out straight: yes, it kinda does count as savings, but there’s a catch (ain’t there always?). Payin’ down your mortgage, especially the principal part, boosts your … Read more
No homebuyer wants to hear the words, “Mortgage loan denied in underwriting.” The good news? A denial doesn’t have to be the end of the road for obtaining a mortgage. By understanding the warning signs your mortgage will be denied, you can take the right steps to get your homebuying journey back on track. Key … Read more
Your FICO® Score falls within a range, from 740 to 799, that may be considered Very Good. A 791 FICO® Score is above the average credit score. Borrowers with scores in the Very Good range typically qualify for lenders better interest rates and product offers. In statistical terms, just 1% of consumers with Very Good … Read more
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Being “house poor” is a situation many homebuyers dread but often end up in. I’ll explain what it means to be house poor, what causes it, how to avoid it, and steps to take if you find yourself house poor What Does “House Poor” Mean? The term “house poor” refers to spending a large proportion … Read more