Category Archives: Lending
What you “auto” know about getting an auto loan
Buying a car can be exciting, fun, and scary, all at the same time. This is particularly true if money is tight and you are trying to get the best deal or if you’ve never done it before. Many buyers focus their efforts on negotiating the best purchase price with a dealer, but fail to research… (read more)
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Want To Tap Into The Equity of Your Home? Here are a Few Differences Between a Loan and a Line of Credit.
When it comes time to tap into your home equity, it may be tough to decide which home equity product is right for you. Are you looking at tackling a big home renovation project you’ve been putting off? Is your son or daughter going to college, and you want to offset the cost of their… (read more)
Posted In: Lending, Tips For Managing Finances
Build Equity In Your Home With These Five Home Improvements
Owning a house is a long-term investment, and the goal is to have your property appreciate while you enjoy living in it. Upgrades and updates can help you increase your home’s value more quickly. When thinking about remodeling your home to increase its value, consider these five projects: Landscaping From buying a few new plants… (read more)
Five Things You Need to Know When Buying a Home in a Competitive Market
Mortgage rates are at historic lows, and it may be the perfect time for you to purchase a home. The major downside is, there are not enough homes for sale to meet the high demand! With the housing marking so competitive right now, here are five tips to help you buy the home of your… (read more)
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How to Prepare for a Long Road Trip in your RV or Motorhome
With summer approaching, you may be thinking about cruising down America’s highways, camping in national parks, and enjoying the great outdoors! What better way to do that than in an RV or Motorhome! If this is your first time traveling with your rec vehicle, there four tips to help your adventures run smoother! Get Familiar… (read more)
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Thinking About Buying a New or Used Motorcycle? Here’s What You Need to Know!
Do you picture yourself cruising the open road on a motorcycle? The adrenaline coursing throughout your veins while cruising through rural backroads or open highways? Maybe you’ve dreamt of driving across the country or just going out for an afternoon ride? Whichever motorcycle you’ve had your eye on, it’s a good idea to know a… (read more)
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Six Questions Your Auto Dealer Hopes You Can’t Answer
Navigating auto loan financing can be quite a headache. But, unless you want to walk everywhere, it’s something that has to be dealt with. One of the biggest hurdles is figuring out the right approach and understanding who will be profiting from the transaction. To help you feel more prepared about the challenging parts of… (read more)
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Why You Should Consider Refinancing Your Car Loan
Refinancing your car loan can be extremely helpful in certain situations. If you need to start saving more money, free up cash for a large emergency expense, or deal with a sudden drop in income – lowering your monthly auto loan payment can help you tap into the extra funds you need. Plus, if your… (read more)
Advantages of Buying a Used Car: What’s the Deal?
A lesson in the advantages of buying a used car. You’re sitting on the couch watching Netflix when your phone chimes. Your friend sent you a text. “Hey! I just bought a slick new car. It has a killer technology package and a wicked sound system. Dude! You have to see it. Hit me back… (read more)
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What You ‘Auto’ Know about Buying a Used Car: You Should Ask These 11 Questions
You may be ready to get a new car, but you may not spend the money. Who can blame you? After all, you may be saving for a dream vacation and don’t want to use the money on a brand new vehicle. However, you may consider buying a used car, but you may have a… (read more)
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