Banking

How to Qualify for the Lowest Mortgage Rate

How to Qualify for the Lowest Mortgage Rate Possible

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After falling for decades, mortgage rates have risen significantly over the past year. Granted, it’s still nowhere near the 15% or more consumers paid on 30-year, fixed-rate mortgages in the…
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Which FICO Scores Do Mortgage Lenders Use?

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As I’ve mentioned before, I’ve been on a refinancing binge. My wife and I have refinanced our home twice in the last 12 months, and my business partner and I…

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The Best Money Apps for Kids and Teens in 2024

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I grew up learning many financial lessons from my parents. Unfortunately, most of these were learned by watching my parents make bad decisions that I was determined not to repeat…

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Best Bonuses for Business Checking Accounts in 2024

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Business owners know that every dollar counts. Now that you have some cash flow, your deposits and expenses mustn’t get mixed up with your personal expenditures. A separate business checking…
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7 Best Second Chance Checking Accounts of 2024

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I’ve had a checking account since college, and frankly, it’s hard to imagine living without one. For some people, however, getting approved for a traditional checking account is impossible. And…
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The 6 Best Free Business Checking Accounts of 2024

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As a small business owner, I know firsthand the importance of a business checking account. These accounts help manage a company’s cash flow, pay bills, and most importantly, pay yourself…
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11 Best Free Checking Accounts

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With the revolt against bank fees in the news, I thought it was a good time to highlight some free checking account options. The great thing about online banks is…
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The Best No-Penalty CD Rates (March 2024)

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Certificates of deposit offer savers a way to earn higher yields in exchange for locking their money away for a set period of time. The downside is that if you…