Many taxpayers look forward to receiving a nice tax refund from the IRS each year. However you may find your refund is smaller than expected or not arrive at all. This is often because the refund has been garnished to pay certain outstanding debts. So can your 2021 tax refund be garnished? The short answer … Read more
Many college students end up needing at least some loans. But the long-term burden of debt can be overwhelming, with the average Class of 2021 graduate leaving school with more than $29,000 in federal and private student loan obligations. Few students manage to pay off these loans within the standard 10 years. And the longer … Read more
There is a significant amount of debate in the personal finance community about the benefits of being mortgage free. Many people love the idea of being completely and wholeheartedly debt free – mortgage included. They say you just sleep better at night, and you haven’t lived until you have a life of no payments. However, … Read more
Business Insiders personal finance team compared Newrez to the best mortgage lenders and found its offerings to be fairly standard, though we think it falls short when it comes to its customer service. Newrez mortgages are a solid option for nontraditional borrowers thanks to the lenders “Smart Series” mortgages, which include three non-qualifying mortgage (non-QM) … Read more
When dealing with outstanding debts, many consumers wonder about the possibility of settling for less than the full amount owed. Debt settlement can be a viable option for those struggling with overwhelming debt, but understanding how much a debt collector might settle for is crucial. In this article we’ll explore the factors that influence settlement … Read more
Lines of credit can provide versatility but there are risks to consider Part of the Series Running a Successful Small Business When you need money, you may consider getting a personal loan, which provides a lump-sum amount. However, if you don’t know exactly how much money you may need, you may want to consider a … Read more
This guide is for people who have no money to pay off their debts. Use this guide to: Having debt written off can sound like a positive thing, but it’s usually not. Let’s break down what debt write-offs mean and what consequences they can have. What Is A Debt Write-Off? When a lender writes off … Read more
A three million dollar house is a very nice house in most parts of America. Once you cross the $3 million threshold, you are entering into luxury territory. After all, the median home price in America is about $440,000. Therefore, if you buy a three million dollar house, you are paying 7X the median. However, … Read more
If you’re considering refinancing your home, you might have heard the term “netting your escrow account.” It’s an important concept that can save you time and money. But what does it mean, and why should you care? Let’s break it down and explore the benefits of netting your escrow account with your current lender during … Read more
Credit card debt has become an increasingly burdensome issue for many Americans, especially over the last few years. One issue is that the average credit card interest rate is sitting at a record high of 22.76%, according to the latest data from the Federal Reserve. When interest charges are calculated at that high of a … Read more