5 pros & cons of automated bill payment
There was a time when we all had to scratch out a check every month and stick it in the mail to pay monthly bills. Fortunately, those days are long gone, and it’s now […]
20 ways to find a good deal in a seller’s market
We are currently in the midst of a very hot seller’s market. Historically low interest rates paired with low housing inventory have created the perfect storm, and owners are reaping the benefits. That […]
What are futures? A guide to futures trading
Trading futures can provide opportunities for a range of investors. Some investors may trade futures contracts in order to hedge against risk or to speculate on the price movements of a given asset or […]
What is a piggyback mortgage loan & how does it work?
At its simplest, a piggyback mortgage can be defined as a second mortgage, typically a home equity loan or home equity line of credit (HELOC). Piggyback mortgage loans might be a smart option […]
What Is a credit spread? Explained and defined
The term “credit spread” refers to two separate financial terms. A credit spread is an important indicator of investor sentiment that compares the yields offered by Treasuries and corporate bonds as a way […]
Guide to setting up an Ethereum wallet in 2021
Anyone with basic computer knowledge can learn how to set up an Ethereum wallet. Doing so will be necessary to interact with the Ethereum ecosystem or send/receive ETH transactions. There are many different […]
Foreclosure rates in every state
The number of U.S. properties with foreclosure filings in September was 19,609, according to ATTOM Data Solutions. This is up roughly 102% from September last year when foreclosure activity remained low due to the pandemic-related moratorium […]
FedLoans, Granite State and Navient: Why are the loan servicers not renewing their contracts with the federal government?
Three organizations are leaving the federal student loan servicing business to refocus on private student loans. FedLoan Servicing, Navient Corp. and Granite State Management & Resources have acknowledged their plans amid the COVID-19 […]
Colleges that offer free tuition
Tuition-free college sounds like a fantasy. But at some colleges and universities, it is possible for students to qualify to attend without paying tuition costs. Not all colleges offer free tuition, and some may require […]
Pros and cons of refinancing a car
When it comes to thinking about refinancing, you likely think about your mortgage. What may not typically spring to mind for many people is refinancing their car loan, but it may be an idea […]