Having an escrow account set up with your mortgage lender can make budgeting easier by spreading property tax and insurance costs throughout the year. But sometimes, an escrow shortage can occur when there aren’t enough funds to cover upcoming expenses. If you’ve received notice of an escrow shortage, one option is to pay the full … Read more
American households carry a total of $18.203 trillion of debt and average $105,056 per household. Total debt is at an all-time high as of the fourth quarter of 2024, according to the Federal Reserve. Mortgage debt makes up 70% of total household debt in the United States. Drawing on data from Experian, the Federal Reserve, … Read more
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Getting a mortgage loan approved can be a stressful and uncertain process. As an applicant, you submit your information and documentation and then anxiously wait to hear back if you are approved. Knowing what to expect and look for can help reduce some of that stress and uncertainty. Here are some signs that indicate your … Read more
Whenever you apply for a loan, your credit score is one of the most crucial figures lending institutions check. That is because your CIBIL score indicates your repayment history and financial habits. Based on this information, they determine your loan eligibility and default probability. If you are looking for a credit product, check your credit … Read more
Knowing your real credit score is important if you want to get approved for loans and credit cards at the best rates. But with so many different scoring models out there how do you know which one is your true credit score? In this comprehensive guide we’ll walk through the key things you need to … Read more
Filing for bankruptcy can be a stressful time, especially when your financial future is on the line. Many people worry about losing their retirement savings, like a 401(k), when they file for bankruptcy The good news is that in most cases, you can keep your 401(k) when filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy thanks to federal … Read more
The death of a loved one can be an incredibly difficult experience to manage, especially when faced with a pile of legal documents to sort through, including the deceasedâs last will and testament. You may learn that youâve inherited a house. Owning this property may change your life, but it may also present challenges, especially … Read more